Registered Nurse (RN) Transplant Coordinator - Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) - The Jewish Hospital

Mercy Health • Cincinnati, OH

21h

About The Position

The Transplant Coordinator coordinates evaluation and preparation of patients for hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) transplantation and cellular therapies. The role coordinates care across outpatient clinics, inpatient nursing units, and the community to ensure continuity across settings. The coordinator also serves as a clinical resource for team members, patients and their families or caregivers, referring case managers, and community clinicians. Supervision and direction are provided by the BCC Program Manager and physicians, while the coordinator has wide latitude in decision-making within written organizational and departmental policies and principles.

The position coordinates clinical activities for adult autologous and allogeneic HSC transplantation and other cellular therapies; arranges candidate and donor testing; obtains insurance authorization; supports donor searches and interpretation of HLA testing; educates and advocates for patients, families, caregivers, and donors; maintains the weekly transplant admission schedule; participates in patient care conferences; and provides telephone consultation and follow-up support.

The coordinator collaborates on standardized, evidence-based care protocols, patient education materials and programs, and quality improvement initiatives. The role also requires maintaining current knowledge of transplantation and cellular therapy practices, oncology, hematology, applicable standards and workflows, and pursuing professional development and participation in relevant professional organizations and conferences.

Requirements

• BSN required.
• At least 2 years of clinical experience caring for acutely and chronically ill adults or children.
• Certification as a Blood and Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN) or Certified Hematopoietic Transplant Coordinator (CHTC).

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant or Hematology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and promote clinical activities for adult autologous and allogeneic HSC transplantation and other cellular therapies.
• Schedule and coordinate pretreatment testing for potential HSCT or cellular therapy candidates and donors.
• Ensure insurance authorization is obtained for cellular therapy treatments.
• Conduct donor searches and assist with interpreting HLA testing results for recipients and donors, including recipient HLA antibodies; collaborate with physicians to identify suitable donors.
• Educate and advocate for patients, families or caregivers, and donors regarding transplantation and cellular therapy.
• Maintain the weekly transplant admission schedule, accounting for patient priority and availability of operating rooms, the Infusion Center, Radiation Oncology, the Cell Processing Laboratory, inpatient nursing units, and medical staff.
• Participate in HSCT patient care conferences and work with outpatient and inpatient medical, nursing, and support staff.
• Provide backup support to peer BMT coordinators.
• Provide telephone consultation and follow-up support to patients, families, community physicians, and other health professionals involved in transplant patient care.
• Collaborate with HSCT and cellular therapy team members to develop standardized, evidence-based patient care protocols.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate patient education literature and programs.
• Participate in quality improvement programs and projects as directed by the manager and program director.
• Maintain knowledge of current transplantation and cellular therapy, oncology, and hematology practices, including changes in SOPs, FACT standards, workflows, and guidelines.
• Identify professional strengths and growth areas and pursue formal and informal learning experiences.
• Participate in professional organizations and local, regional, and national conferences related to HSC transplantation, cellular therapies, or other professional interests, as resources allow.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time