BMT Transplant Coordinator 2 Nurse RN
Serves as a nursing resource in the care and coordination of pre-transplant, post-transplant, and cellular therapy patients. Responsible for clinical case management of adult and pediatric stem cell transplant and cellular therapy candidates from referral through treatment and follow-up. Coordinates the interdisciplinary care delivery system under the direction of the Medical Director and in collaboration with the broader transplant and cellular therapy team.
Functions as the primary liaison among patients, families, medical staff, referring physicians, donor agencies, insurance companies, and research partners. Applies advanced patient assessment skills and specialized knowledge in hematology, oncology, and cellular therapy to ensure safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered care. Practices independently within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act and is accountable for providing direct patient care to a diverse population across the transplant and cellular therapy continuum.
Responsibilities
- 70% - Transplant Evaluation & Coordination
- 15% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
- 5% - Leadership
- 5% - Professional Development
- 5% - Research
Requirements
- At least one (1) year of recent clinical RN inpatient experience in an inpatient designated oncology unit
- Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
- American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
- Within three (3) years of hire, and every three (3) years thereafter, obtain Oncology Certification or 18 continued education units (CEUs) that are oncology specific in a three-year accreditation cycle to meet the Commission on Cancer 4.2 Standard on nursing education
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately
- Knowledge of current trends in nursing
- Commitment to excellence in patient care
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates accountability and professionalism
- Adapts to change in a positive, professional, and productive manner
- Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation
- Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients
Preferred Qualifications
- OCN or TCTCN certification
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Case manager and telephone triage experience
- Ambulatory care experience
- Patient education experience
- Adult stem cell transplant coordination experience
Department Overview
Clinical personnel in the Malignant Hematology, Cellular Therapy, and Transplant (MHCTT) department at UC Davis Medical Center provide comprehensive care to adult and pediatric patients with a wide range of complex needs. Patient conditions include both oncology and non-oncology diagnoses such as malignant and benign hematologic disorders, solid tumors, endocrine and rheumatologic diseases, gastrointestinal and genetic conditions, autoimmune and renal disorders, and neurologic and pulmonary diseases, as well as other rare and complex conditions.
Pay
$89.59 - $124.35 per hour
Schedule
Full-time (100%), 8am-5pm. This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work).
Benefits
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
- Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
- Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
- Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Generous amount of paid Holidays annually
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees
Physical Demands
- Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Environmental Demands
- Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours