Specialty Nurse - Organ Donation Coordinator

About the Team

The Johns Hopkins Hospital has been at the forefront of discovery, innovation, and medical advances for over 125 years. Our reputation for excellence has earned us a spot on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals list for over two decades. We believe that the commitment from our entire professional staff is one of the primary reasons we can continually set the standard of excellence in patient care, both in our community and around the world. Renowned for our specialty services and innovative clinical advances, we strive to make The Johns Hopkins Hospital an exceptional place to work, learn, and advance your career.

About the Role

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As a Specialty Nurse – Organ Donation Coordinator, you will coordinate the organ donation process for critically ill patients who may be potential donors. This role works closely with intensive care teams, provider care teams, hospital leadership, family advocates, patients' families, and the regional organ procurement organization to ensure that donation processes are carried out compassionately, efficiently, and in accordance with clinical, ethical, and regulatory standards.

You will facilitate communication among care teams, supporting families during complex and emotional decision-making moments. Serving as a key liaison between hospital care teams and Infinite Legacy (Organ Procurement Organization), you will help guide clinical workflows, support family-centered discussions, and ensure timely identification and management of potential donors. Additionally, you will promote awareness and education related to organ, eye, and tissue donation across the hospital, while supporting quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, and performance monitoring related to donation activities. Your day will include regular rounding in critical care units to identify potential referrals, provide real-time guidance to clinical staff, and reinforce hospital donation protocols.

Work Environment

This position is primarily Monday-Friday Day Shift, with flexibility based on case activity and periodic on-call participation in coordination with the regional organ procurement organization.

Hiring Process

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Important Notice: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.