Hiring: (RN) Heart Transplant Program Manager Company: UC San Diego Health Location: San Diego, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 13:23:53 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : BLS, Care Coordination, Credentialing, Epic Systems, Phoenix, Program Management, Regulatory Compliance About the job Required Skills: •Strategic Leadership •Develop and execute transplant program growth and service expansion •Partner with medical, surgical, and administrative leaders to align program goals with organizational priorities •Maintain compliance with UNOS, CMS, HRSA, and other regulatory entities •Support accreditation processes and participate in inspections and surveys •Partner cross-functionally with Quality leadership on transplant-specific policies and procedures •Direct daily transplant operations across the entire care continuum •Optimize workflows, staffing, and resources to ensure efficiency and clinical quality Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution. •Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of California. •Current UCSD BART certification, or BLS certification at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six months of hire date. •Seven (7+) or more years of progressive clinical experience, including three (3+) or more years of RN experience within a complex transplant and/or ICU environment. •Four (4+) or more years of formal leadership experience, with demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and navigate difficult conversations. •Proven leadership capability in healthcare operations, including strategic planning, clinical operations management, quality, and regulatory compliance. •Demonstrated experience leading teams through change, fostering a growth mindset, and supporting culture transformation in a fast-paced environment. •Strong working knowledge of CMS Conditions of Participation and OPTN/UNOS regulatory requirements. •Knowledge of workforce management principles, including performance management and accountability in a unionized or highly regulated environment. •Master's Degree in Nursing or relevant area. Compensation: •$196,000 - $227,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!