Advanced Lung Disease Coordinator - Transplant Lung Program

Advanced Lung Disease Coordinator - Transplant Lung Program Tampa General Hospital - 3.9 Tampa, FL Job Details Full-time $82,763.20 a year 1 day ago Qualifications RN License BLS Certification Critical & intensive care Bachelor's degree Basic life support Critical care experience Full Job Description Advanced Lung Disease Coordinator - Transplant Lung Program - ( 260001SY ) Description The Advanced Lung Disease (ALD) Coordinator is responsible for collaborating with the healthcare team to develop theory-based patient care for patients undergoing advanced or end-stage organ disease, from referral through long-term follow-up care. Provides education and acts as a liaison with the patient, physician, family, other healthcare personnel, hospital administration, agencies, and community groups throughout the patient's hospital stay or service. Supports and guides the patient and family in the healthcare decision-making process, including but not limited to admissions, diagnostics, surgical and medical interventions, discharge, and support services. Provides patients and families with the information needed for the transition from active treatment to independently managing their condition.

The ALD Coordinator recognizes when situations are outside expected parameters and uses analytical skills and abilities to investigate alternative perspectives and conduct comprehensive assessments. Promotes health and the prevention of injury and disease; serves as an advocate and educator; mentors, delegates, and provides feedback to their support team. Participates in quality assurance and process improvement activities to enhance nursing practice, patient outcomes, and processes. Provides consultation and education to healthcare providers and the community regarding advanced organ disease issues. Possesses an understanding of regulatory requirements and incorporates these into practice, and participates in research to improve nursing practice. Patient care may involve inpatient and outpatient services, depending on the disease program. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Qualifications Required Skills:

Bachelor's Degree License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State Registered Nurse Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) Work Experience and Additional Information Two (2) years of critical care experience. Technical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Comprehensive knowledge of advanced and end-stage organ disease care across the continuum, including referral, diagnostic evaluation, medical and surgical interventions, inpatient care, discharge planning, and long-term follow-up management. Knowledge of theory-based and evidence-based nursing practice to support the development, coordination, and delivery of complex patient care plans. Knowledge of regulatory, accreditation, and program requirements applicable to advanced organ disease programs and the ability to incorporate those requirements into daily clinical practice. Knowledge of patient and family education principles, self -management frameworks, and transition-of-care best practices that support independent condition management. Advanced clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to recognize deviations from expected parameters, investigate alternative perspectives, and complete comprehensive clinical assessments. Strong interdisciplinary communication and care coordination skills to serve as a liaison among patients, families, physicians, care teams, hospital administration, and community agencies throughout the patient's care episode. Proficiency in quality assurance, performance improvement, and process redesign methodologies, with the ability to support initiatives that enhance patient outcomes, nursing practice, and organizational workflows. Ability to provide consultation and education to healthcare providers, interdisciplinary teams, and community stakeholders on issues related to advanced organ disease management. Ability to function effectively in both inpatient and outpatient environments, adapting workflows and care approaches to the needs of the disease program while upholding the mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Primary Location :

Tampa Work Locations :

Harborside Medical Tower 5 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33606 Eligible for

Remote Work :

On Site Job :

Nursing (LPNs, RNs)

Organization :

Florida Health Sciences Center Tampa General Hospital Schedule :

Full-time Scheduled Days :

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Shift :

Day Job Job Type :

On Site Shift Hours :

4 10-hour shifts

Minimum Salary :

82,763.20

Job Posting :

May 14, 2026, 2:29:30 PM