Registered Nurse - Cellular Therapy Transplant Coordinator - 8 Hour Days

Cellular Therapy Transplant Coordinator

Are you ready to bring your clinical skills to a world-class facility recognized as top ten in the United States for transplant services? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you. A Cellular Therapy Transplant Coordinator manages the care process for patients, donors and their caregivers undergoing cell-based therapies, such as CAR T-cell therapy or stem cell transplants. Key responsibilities include patient and family education on treatment processes, coordinating treatment logistics, liaising between the patient and the multidisciplinary medical team, and monitoring patient progress through the pre- and post-treatment phases. The role requires strong organizational skills, medical knowledge, and compassion to navigate the complexities of cellular therapy from patient referral to long-term follow-up care.

Responsibilities

Summary of Essential Duties:

• Serves as coordinator for the interdisciplinary team, including: physicians, nurses, social workers, dietitians, pharmacists, financial analysts, case managers, and support staff.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in managing donor and transplant recipient care
• Responds to patient calls and clinical concerns and appropriately documents in patient's medical record.
• Collects/documents data to meet clinical, regulatory (OPTN/UNOS/MCS), financial requirements
• Participates in the development and implementation of practice guidelines, protocols, pathways, performance improvement and research activities.
• Develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates educational programs/projects for patients, personnel, and the community. Represents the Medical Center at regional and national meetings/conferences.

Qualifications

Education: BSN (Bachelor of Science, Nursing) required

License/Certifications:

Current, unrestricted California RN license required

BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required

OCN or BMTCN or other specialty certification required (or willing to obtain one (1) year from start date for external hires)

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years of nursing experience in acute care setting required