Living Donor Transplant Coordinator Job at University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, MD

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  • University of Maryland Medical System
  • Baltimore, MD

Job Description

Job Requirements

About the Role As a Living Donor Transplant Coordinator , you will provide and coordinate patient care across all phases of the transplant continuum. Serving as a key member of our multidisciplinary transplant team, you will help drive exceptional patient outcomes, satisfaction, and cost-effective care delivery for patients and families throughout the pre- and post-transplant journey.


Key Responsibilities

  • Design and coordinate pre-transplant medical procedures and diagnostic testing for transplant evaluation
  • Schedule and manage post-transplant procedures, diagnostic testing, and clinic visits
  • Collect and assess comprehensive patient health data and communicate diagnostic findings to the multidisciplinary team
  • Recognize abnormal findings and initiate appropriate referrals for pre- and post-transplant patients
  • Provide medical and psychosocial information to the OPO and transplant surgeon for organ matching and allocation
  • Identify and address patient safety concerns, including risks in processes, procedures, and devices
  • Deliver transplant education tailored to each patient's developmental level, learning needs, and cultural values
  • Ensure patients and families have access to the specialized care they need
  • Consider factors related to safety, efficacy, cost, and impact in the planning and delivery of care
  • Maintain current knowledge of transplant regulatory policies and procedures
  • Complete all required UNOS forms for living donors and pre- and post-transplant patients
  • Complete National Marrow Donor Program forms for living donors, where applicable
  • Participate in regulatory audits and support compliance with The Joint Commission, CMS, UNOS, and other applicable standards
  • Adhere to clinical documentation guidelines and contribute to data-driven quality assurance and performance improvement programs
  • Monitor patient care outcomes including readmission rates, ED visits, patient and graft survival, and patient satisfaction
  • Actively participate in multidisciplinary care planning discussions
  • Apply ethical principles in evaluating the merits, risks, and social considerations of transplantation
  • Other duties as assigned
Work Experience

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 3-4 years of experience
  • 1-year Critical Care or 2 years adult applicable bedside nursing required Licensures/Certifications
  • Licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Maryland, Certification BLS, CCTC or BMT-CN Required within 2 years of hire


Knowledge and Skills

  • Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to work independently and manage complex workflows
  • ICU or transplant experience preferred
  • Knowledge of transplant regulatory requirements including UNOS, CMS, and The Joint Commission
  • Excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient-centered care

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