RN Lung Transplant Coordinator
About The Position
The RN Lung Transplant Coordinator works at University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, guiding patients through the lung transplant process and providing personalized education and support across the continuum of care. The role involves collaborating with transplant experts in an academic medical center known for research, innovation, and patient outcomes, and building lasting relationships with patients and families. The coordinator uses clinical judgment and critical thinking to help patients navigate transplant care, apply new therapies, reduce transplant risks, and achieve successful outcomes. The position is scheduled at 100% FTE, Monday through Friday on the day shift, with no weekends or holidays. UW Health describes a supportive nursing environment with acuity-based staffing ratios, shared governance, nursing recognition programs, employee wellbeing resources, and support for professional growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
- Two years of clinical nursing experience.
- Progressive nursing experience with demonstrated success.
- Registered Nurse license in the State of Wisconsin upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of transplant or closely related nursing experience.
- A master's degree in nursing or a relevant area may substitute for one year of clinical experience.
Responsibilities
- Guide patients through the lung transplant process.
- Provide personalized education and support across the continuum of care.
- Use critical thinking and clinical judgment in patient care.
- Build lasting relationships with patients and families.
- Collaborate with transplant experts in an academic medical center.
- Help patients navigate transplant care and access research and cutting-edge therapies intended to improve outcomes and reduce risks.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plans
- Two weeks of paid parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Flexible schedule and shift options
- Employee wellbeing resources supporting emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing
- Acuity-based staffing ratios
- Shared governance structure
- Nursing award programs
- Tuition benefits
- Referral bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
