RN- Organ Allocation Coordinator; Remote

Job Description Summary

REMOTE POSITION, ROTATING NIGHTS/WEEKENDS/HOLIDAYS, REQUIRES HIGHLY MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL. Training required is a minimum of 3 months and takes place on site, downtown Charleston campus and remotely with preceptor. Must be flexible and able to come on site to Charleston for in-person meetings monthly and as needed.

The Transplant Organ Allocation Coordinator reports to the Transplant Program Manager and plays a critical role in supporting solid organ transplantation through clinical expertise, coordination, and regulatory compliance. Working under general supervision, the coordinator uses clinical judgment to evaluate donor organ offers, collaborate with multidisciplinary transplant teams, and facilitate safe, timely organ allocation and transplantation.

This position provides remote coordination support for both adult and pediatric solid organ transplant populations, including heart, lung, liver, kidney, and pancreas programs. Strong communication skills are essential, as the role requires frequent transitions between multiple communication and documentation platforms in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. The coordinator must demonstrate sound clinical judgment, effectively prioritize competing demands, and adapt to rapidly changing clinical situations while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and patient safety.

• Evaluate donor organ offers and coordinate allocation processes in collaboration with transplant teams
• Facilitate communication across multidisciplinary teams to support timely transplantation
• Provide remote coordination for adult and pediatric transplant recipients
• Maintain compliance with OPTN/UNOS and CMS regulatory requirements
• Participate in onboarding, training, and mentorship of new staff
• Stay current with regulatory updates, allocation policies, and best practices in transplantation
• Support MUSC Transplant’s commitment to safe, evidence-based care and optimal patient outcomes

A bachelor's degree in nursing and three years’ experience as a registered nurse.

Transplant nursing experience. Experience with Epic Phoenix or similar transplant information systems preferred.

Current South Carolina licensure or compact state required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) is preferred.

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions.

(Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead.

(Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs.

(Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include:
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