Nurse Practitioner, Kidney Transplant

Sutter Health - Bay Area

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our Kidney Transplant Program in San Francisco.

This is a full-time outpatient opportunity to provide comprehensive care and long-term follow-up for kidney transplant recipients, donors, and candidates in collaboration with a multidisciplinary transplant team.

You will join a highly experienced and collaborative group dedicated to improving transplant outcomes through evidence-based practice, patient education, and compassionate, team-based care.

Position Details
Outpatient role with no inpatient or call responsibilities
Manage care for kidney transplant recipients, including immunosuppressive management, follow-up care, and coordination of specialty services
Conduct pre-transplant evaluations and assist with patient education for recipients and living donors
Collaborate with transplant surgeons, nephrologists, pharmacists, dietitians, and social workers to ensure integrated, patient-centered care
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development
Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the electronic health record

Requirements

• Current California Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) license
• Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• National NP certification (ANCC or AANP)
• Current DEA, BLS, and ACLS certification

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an NP in transplant, nephrology, internal medicine, or surgical specialty
• Prior experience managing kidney transplant or solid organ transplant patients highly desired
• Strong communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills
• Commitment to patient education, long-term wellness, and multidisciplinary teamwork

Responsibilities

• Manage care for kidney transplant recipients, including immunosuppressive management, follow-up care, and coordination of specialty services
• Conduct pre-transplant evaluations and assist with patient education for recipients and living donors
• Collaborate with transplant surgeons, nephrologists, pharmacists, dietitians, and social workers to ensure integrated, patient-centered care
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the electronic health record

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and CME allowance
• Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on clinical excellence and innovation
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Work within a premier multi-specialty medical group in partnership with Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, providing strong infrastructure and administrative support so you can focus on patient care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees