Transplant Coordinator

LifeNet Health•Richmond, VA

35d•$75,841 - $126,401

About The Position

At LifeNet Health, the Transplant Coordinator evaluates organ and tissue donor referrals for suitability under LifeNet Health, OPTN/UNOS, AOPO, CDC, and other regulatory guidelines. The role supports timely and efficient organ allocation while maximizing donor utilization. It conducts comprehensive donor assessments, including medical and social history reviews, hemodynamic evaluation, and physiological management to optimize organ function, recognize brain-death sequelae, and identify risk factors. The coordinator manages the donation process by preserving organs and tissues to national standards and coordinating logistics and communication with transplant centers and hospital teams. The role supports next of kin with sensitivity during donation decisions and completes accurate, timely donor EMR documentation. It also provides training and mentorship, models advanced clinical practice, guides new staff in developing competencies, and demonstrates leadership, communication, ethical decision-making, and critical-thinking skills. LifeNet Health describes itself as a nonprofit global leader in regenerative medicine that advances organ transplantation, tissue engineering, and biologic solutions. The organization states that it offers best-in-class benefits, but specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

Requirements

At least 2 years of critical care experience in Medical, Surgical Trauma, Thoracic Cardiovascular, Cardiac, Pediatric, or ER.
At least 2 years of clinical experience as a registered nurse.
Valid driver's license.
Active RN license in good standing with the issuing state board of nursing, maintained throughout tenure in the position.

Responsibilities

Evaluate organ and tissue donor referrals for suitability in accordance with LifeNet Health, OPTN/UNOS, AOPO, CDC, and other regulatory guidelines.
Support timely and efficient organ allocation and maximize donor utilization.
Conduct comprehensive donor assessments, including medical and social history review and hemodynamic evaluation.
Manage donor physiology to optimize organ function, recognize brain-death sequelae, and identify risk factors.
Preserve organs and tissues according to national standards.
Coordinate donation logistics and communication with transplant centers and hospital teams.
Support next of kin sensitively during donation decisions.
Complete accurate and timely donor EMR documentation.
Model advanced clinical practice and guide new staff in competencies through training and mentorship.
Demonstrate leadership, communication, ethical decision-making, and critical-thinking skills.