Registered Nurse, Cellular Therapy Post-Transplant Coordinator

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The Cellular Therapy Post-Transplant Coordinator is a registered nurse and integral member of the Cellular Therapy team, responsible for coordinating comprehensive care for patients following Stem Cell Transplant or Immune Effector Cell (IEC) therapy (e.g. CAR-T). This role focuses on clinical monitoring, follow-up scheduling, patient and family education, resource navigation, and collaboration across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. The coordinator supports the patient’s journey from acute care through recovery, contributing to optimal clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and program sustainability.

The successful candidate:

• Must be able to work M-F 8:00a-4:30p
• Monitor patients for post-transplant and CAR-T therapy complications such as infections, graft-versus-host disease, and CAR-T-related toxicities.
• Coordinate post-transplant follow-up visits, infusion appointments, laboratory testing, and specialty referrals.
• Complete or submit for prior authorizations for specialty medications to avoid delays in care.
• Evaluate transition of care needs and arrange services across inpatient, outpatient, home health, and specialty settings.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in the electronic health record.
• Educate patients and their families about post-transplant care and self-management for better adherence to care and improved quality of life: The coordinator will provide education and support to patients and their families on topics such as managing side effects, infection prevention, and self-care after a stem cell transplant or CAR-T therapy.
• Reinforce discharge instructions, self-monitoring techniques, and safety precautions.
• Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families navigating the post-transplant period.
• Connect patients to community resources, psychosocial services, survivorship programs, and support groups as appropriate.

Qualifications

Your qualifications should include:

• 3 - 5 years Oncology/Hematology
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or as approved by CAHCTI Leadership
• Arizona Registered Nurse License or a Registered Nurse License form a Compact State
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Card

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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