Clinical Transplant Coordinator II//VAD Nurse Coordinator II (Casual)

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a casual position, working day light hours with fluctuating hours, no more than 20 hours per week. At UPMC, every transplant and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) journey starts with a dedicated nurse who helps patients navigate this process. We're seeking an experienced Clinical Transplant/VAD Nurse Coordinator II to join our nationally recognized transplant team. In this highly specialized role, you'll serve as a patient advocate, care coordinator, educator, and clinical expert, guiding patients and families through every stage of the transplant or VAD process, from referral and evaluation through recovery and long-term follow-up.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current Pennsylvania licensure (or eligible multistate licensure in accordance with Nursing Licensure Compact requirements).
• Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience.
• 2-3 years of recent transplant and/or VAD coordinator experience within the last five years.
• Demonstrated competence in professional transplant/VAD nursing practice.
• Strong critical thinking, clinical assessment, communication, organizational, and care coordination skills.
• Ability to manage complex patient populations, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Certification at hire through the American Board for Transplant Certification (ABTC) as a Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC), Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse (CCTN), Certified Heart Failure Nurse (CHFN), or other UPMC-approved certification related to the service line.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Experience in transplant, VAD, cardiac, critical care, or advanced care coordination settings.
• Experience participating in quality improvement, research, leadership initiatives, or staff development activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage patient care throughout the entire transplant or VAD continuum.
• Coordinate comprehensive patient evaluations with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Identify candidate needs and facilitate the testing, consultations, and assessments required for transplant or VAD consideration.
• Advocate for patients and families while helping them understand the transplant process.
• Build strong relationships with referring physicians and healthcare providers.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and transplant listing standards.
• Monitor patient status while awaiting transplant or VAD implantation.
• Provide education, guidance, and support to patients and caregivers.
• Manage candidate listing status and ensure accurate documentation.
• Coordinate care when changes in patient condition require reevaluation or intervention.
• Support transplant and VAD procedures according to established clinical protocols.
• Assess patient readiness and eligibility for transplant or VAD implantation.
• Facilitate admissions, transfers, and care coordination throughout the surgical process.
• Collaborate with transplant surgeons, physicians, and healthcare teams to optimize outcomes.
• Monitor recovery and long-term patient progress.
• Reinforce education regarding medications, follow-up care, and healthy lifestyle practices.
• Coordinate consultations, diagnostic testing, and ongoing treatment plans.
• Identify risks, complications, and barriers to compliance while promoting successful long-term outcomes.
• Serve as an ongoing resource for patients, families, providers, and community healthcare partners.

Benefits

• Work alongside nationally recognized transplant and advanced heart failure specialists
• Build meaningful relationships with patients and families throughout their journey
• Serve as a critical member of a multidisciplinary team
• Influence patient outcomes through education, advocacy, and clinical expertise
• Participate in professional development, research, and specialty certification opportunities
• Grow into a leadership role while mentoring future transplant professionals

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree