RN, Lung Transplant Coordinator - TMC

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• Job Summary Position responsible for performing initial assessment of transplant evaluation patients, assisting the patient for transplant and providing follow-up post transplant.

Job Description: Post Lung Transplant Coordinator Memorial Hermann – Texas Medical Center (TMC)

Memorial Hermann TMC is seeking an experienced Post Lung Transplant Coordinator to support our growing transplant program. This role is responsible for coordinating care for post–lung transplant patients, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring continuity of care across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Schedule & Coverage • Hours

• Monday–Friday
• On-call: Approximately 5–7 days per month

• Patient Load
• 30–40 patients per coordinator

• Key Responsibilities
• Participate in daily morning conference calls to review active patients
• Coordinate and manage post-transplant patient care
• Conduct outpatient clinics on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
• Attend Medical Review Board meetings on Tuesdays
• Participate in weekly pre- and post-transplant meetings
• Attend weekly Multidisciplinary Donor/Recipient Review (MDDR) meetings
• Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, ICU teams, and ancillary services
• Ensure timely communication, documentation, and follow-up for transplant patients

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 2 years of transplant experience
• Heart or Lung ICU experience required

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse with a current State of Texas license to practice professional nursing Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Two (2) years clinical experience Principal Accountabilities Performs initial assessment of patients’ biophysical and psychosocial status and ensures appropriate actions are taken in relation to the nursing process (assessment, planning, education, intervention, and evaluation), noting all abnormal results and reviewing with transplant surgeon in a timely manner; documents the nursing process, including problem list, plan of care, and patient education. Provides appropriate pre/post-transplant interventions within limits of licensure and/or scope of practice; evaluates and collaborates with other healthcare providers to achieve outcomes; plans, coordinates and organizes the discharge plan with inpatient nursing staff to assure continuity of care. Directs and provides guidance to staff, case managers, and physicians, ensuring patient care delivery to established standards of practice. Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann service standards of providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and our workforce. Other duties as assigned.