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How much do transplant nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for transplant nurse practitioner in the United States is $130,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a transplant nurse practitioner?

Transplant Nurse Practitioners play a vital role in caring for patients before, during, and after organ transplantation. Their daily responsibilities often include conducting patient assessments, managing immunosuppressive therapies, developing care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and monitoring for complications. They also provide patient and family education about the transplant process, follow up on lab and diagnostic results, and help coordinate care between surgeons, physicians, and support services. This role is dynamic and requires both independent decision-making and strong teamwork, as patient needs can change rapidly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the transplant nurse practitioner position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Transplant Nurse Practitioner, you need advanced clinical competencies in organ transplantation, patient assessment, and care management, typically supported by a Master's or Doctoral degree in nursing and board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP). Experience with transplant-specific protocols, immunosuppressive medication management, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is highly valuable. Exceptional communication, critical thinking, and the ability to provide compassionate support to patients and families are essential soft skills for this role. Mastery of these skills ensures safe, coordinated, and effective care for complex transplant patients throughout the continuum of transplant care.

What is a transplant nurse practitioner?

A Transplant Nurse Practitioner (TNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who specializes in caring for patients before, during, and after organ transplantation. They collaborate with transplant teams, monitor patients for organ rejection, adjust immunosuppressive medications, and provide education on post-transplant care. TNPs work in hospitals, transplant centers, and outpatient clinics, ensuring that transplant recipients and donors receive comprehensive medical management. Their role involves both clinical expertise and patient advocacy to improve transplant outcomes.

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Infographic showing various Transplant Nurse Practitioner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,295 per year, or $62.6 per hour.

Nurse Practitioner I - Abdominal Transplant

Johns Hopkins Medicine

Baltimore, MD • On-site

$108K - $140K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Johns Hopkins Hospital, renowned for its excellence in healthcare and patient care, is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Abdominal Transplant Nurse Practitioner I or Physician Assistant I to join our dynamic Transplant Services team. As one of the leading medical institutions in the world, we are committed to delivering the highest quality of care to our patients and advancing medical research and innovation.

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Abdominal Transplant NP or PA to provide comprehensive care for our transplant patients. In this role, you will work collaboratively with our transplant surgeons, physicians, and multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care to patients undergoing abdominal organ transplants, including liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants.

Schedule:

Rotating 10-hour shifts; Monday – Friday, weekends and holidays included.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the evaluation process is complete and thorough.
  • Coordinate and manage the care of pre/post-transplant patients while they are hospitalized.
  • Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
  • Provide patient education on transplant procedures, medications, and post-operative care.
  • Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives related to transplant services.

Qualifications:

  • Master's or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or from a Physician Assistant program.
  • Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in the state of Maryland.
  • Board certification as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
  • Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in transplant services or a related field preferred, but not mandatory.
  • Physician Assistants with inpatient experience preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

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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.

Join The Johns Hopkins Hospital Advanced Practice Team and become part of a patient centered collaborative work environment at a world renowned, Magnet designated, academic medical facility. Our NPs are committed to patient safety, clinical excellence, optimizing outcomes through evidenced based practice, and life-long learning.

Salary Range: Minimum 58.03/hour - Maximum 89.94/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

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.


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