RN, Clinical Manager - Abdominal Transplant (TMC)

Must-Haves Must have an active RN Texas License, or active multi-state compact RN license, clear of stipulations or disciplinary actions. If you would like to submit a candidate that does have board actions, the candidate must disclose this with the Recruiter during the Recruiter phone interview. Must have BSN, BLS, & Minimum 2 years experience in an acute care experience. 3 yrs of Kidney Transplant Coordinator experience Must have at least 1 yr of supervisory experience Must have an updated resume - job history dates and units worked in must be accurate, Must have proven track record of consistent work history. Not job hopping. If there is job hopping, we simply an need explanation as to why they left (relocation, promotion/growth, etc). Nice-To-Haves Must be honest about unit, shift, and location they are interested in working - if someone is unhappy with nights but they take it because "it's a job" this commonly shows up in a hiring leader interview and we receive feedback to not move forward with an offer. Must have 2+ years of strong Med Surge experience Must be able to communicate efficiently Job Description Job Description Summary We are seeking a Clinical Manager for Abdominal Transplant to lead a dynamic team dedicated to transforming the future of transplant medicine. Position Overview: As the Clinical Manager of our Abdominal Transplant Program, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the clinical operations, ensuring the highest standards of care for our patients. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, drive strategic initiatives, and contribute to the advancement of our transplant services. Position responsible for providing leadership to the department - overseeing the daily operations - managing and developing departmental staff, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process, ensuring the delivery of quality care to patients. The Abdominal Transplant Center is seeking an experienced Clinical Transplant Manager to join their team. Must have 3 or more years of current Liver/Kidney Transplant experience. Must have 1 or more years of leadership/supervisory experience. In this role, you will oversee approximately 60 employees. Work Hours: Mon - Fri/8a-5p This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of training programs that will impact the lives of both patients and healthcare professionals. Why Join Us? Our unit is poised for a transformative phase as we prepare to reopen and strengthen our program. Joining us means becoming part of a committed team dedicated to pioneering advancements in transplant care. Your role will be instrumental in shaping the future of our education programs and optimizing the impact of our services. If you are an experienced educator with a background in transplant coordination, and you are eager to make a significant difference in the field of abdominal transplantation, we invite you to apply and be a part of our exciting journey. Apply Today Join us in making a profound impact on patient care and staff development. Apply now to help us elevate the standard of excellence in transplant education Job Description Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelors of Nursing degree from an accredited school of professional nursing required or documented degree plan and timeframe to complete Bachelors Nursing For clinical manager positions in Magnet-designated hospitals or hospitals in pursuit of Magnet designation, a minimum of a Bachelors of Nursing is required at the time of hire or promotion Licenses/Certifications: Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing Certified in Basic Life Support Professional certification in clinical area or management preferred Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements Experience / Knowledge / Skills Three (3) or more years experience in clinical area of practice and minimum one (1) year experience in a supervisory or management role Clinical Manager II: additional two (2) years experience (3 years total) in supervisory or management job Principal Accountabilities Manages the daily operations of a patient care department, including forecasting and ensuring adequate staffing, taking departmental call; planning for continuity of care, serving in charge nurse role and providing direct patient care as needed. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care. Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, desired client-centered outcomes, and organizational outcomes. Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience. Ensures adequate scheduling and staffing; recruits, retains, and develops staff; provides performance feedback, addressing issues as necessary, and provides input into staff performance reviews in a timely effective manner. Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards. Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann service standards of providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and our workforce. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the clinical operations of the Abdominal Transplant Program, including oversight of patient care, staff management, and program development. Develop, implement, and evaluate clinical protocols, procedures, and best practices to ensure optimal transplant services. Provide leadership in clinical decision-making, resource allocation, and performance improvement initiatives. Facilitate educational opportunities for staff and foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Engage in strategic planning and program expansion efforts to meet the evolving needs of patients and the healthcare community. Other duties as assigned. Tips for a Successful Search Confidential Source From Level I & Level II Trauma Centers across the United States; Houston: Methodist, St. Lukes; Dallas Baylor Scott & White, San Antonio Methodist Avoid Avoid candidates that do not have acute care experience We cannot take candidates who have sole or recent skilled/nursing home experience; experience must be in an acute care setting. Avoid candidates in school for PA, NP, and MSN are typically declined, due to tenure concerns. Recent travel nurses give hiring leaders hesitation due to concerns with tenure, it is advised travel nursing experience be prior to 2019. Screening Questions This position is at our TMC location, where your resume will be submitted. If this location does not move forward with your application, we like to see if we can find you a home at another location. Do you have a second choice location preference, and possible third choice location preference? If you do not have alternative location preferences, please reply "this location only." Do you use tobacco products in any form? Cigarettes, Cigars, Cigarillos, Filtered Little Cigars, Electronic Cigarettes (E-cigarettes), Smokeless Tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip, snus, or dissolvable tobacco), Pipes, Water Pipes, Hookahs, Any combustible tobacco product Memorial Hermann's vaccine policies require all new hires and employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and the flu, unless they qualify for a medical or religious exemption. New hires must be fully vaccinated or be approved for an exemption prior to the first day of employment. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in a rescinded offer of employment. Do you wish to proceed with applying for this position? Give a brief overview of your 3 years transplant experience in an acute care setting Give a brief overview of your Clinical Manager experience (Defined as Director, Nurse manager, Assistant Nurse Manager, Clinical Manager, ONLY, & minimum 1yr of exp) Do you meet the job requirements for this position (I.E experience in years of RN practice, specialty, and managerial exp when applicable )? Interview Steps Phone Interview with Recruiter Virtual or In-Person (if local) Interview with Hiring Leader(s)in-person TBD based on COVID-19 restrictions Interviews following could be staff Peer Panel, and with various leaders in department

Created: 2026-03-10