"Registered Nurse - Cellular Therapy Lead Transplant Coordinator - 8 Hour Days"

Job Description

A Cellular Therapy Transplant Coordinator manages the care process for patients undergoing cell-based therapies, such as CAR T-cell therapy or stem cell transplants. Key responsibilities include patient and family education on treatment processes, coordinating treatment logistics, liaising between the patient and the multidisciplinary medical team, and monitoring patient progress through the pre- and post-treatment phases. The role requires strong organizational skills, medical knowledge, and compassion to navigate the complexities of cellular therapy from patient referral to long-term follow-up care.

More than a thousand patients have undergone transplants at Cedars-Sinai since the Transplant Program was established in 1988, according to UNOS. Because we treat more of these patients than any other center in the United States, we can tailor our approach to each individual's needs.

Essential Job Duties:

• The Lead Transplant Coordinator is responsible for the planning and coordination of all aspects of care for the patients throughout the continuum of services-from initial referral to follow-up care.
• Serves as the primary coordinator for the interdisciplinary team, including: physicians, nurses, social workers, dietitians, pharmacists, financial analysts, case managers, and support staff.
• Develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates educational programs/projects for patients, personnel, and the community.
• Collects/documents data to meet clinical, financial, and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in the development of guidelines, protocols, pathways, and other performance improvement and research activities.
• Serves as a patient advocate throughout the patient care process.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree         Bachelor's of Science in Nursing
Master's Degree, Preferred

Licenses:

Basic Life Support (BLS)         Basic Life Support
RN State License         Registered Nurse License
Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse, Upon hire

Experience:

3 years     Acute care experience, 5 years or greater Transplant Experience Required
Community Services and Outreach Experience, required.

Physical Demands:

Driving to affiliate and satellite clinics also see JD

Req ID : 13592
Working Title : Registered Nurse - Cellular Therapy Lead Transplant Coordinator - 8 Hour Days
Department : Cellular Therapy
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Clinical Operations
Job Specialty : RN
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $72.23 - $115.57