Apheresis Registered Nurse

The Blood Connection•Greenville, SC

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About The Position

At The Blood Connection, the Apheresis Nurse performs patient cellular therapy collections using automated technology. Depending on the patient, the nurse obtains venous access through peripheral venipuncture or access to a central venous catheter, and administers medications when indicated by the ordering physician and/or Medical Director. The role also performs Cellular Therapy apheresis and Donor Advocacy, while providing professional customer service and representing The Blood Connection positively. The position requires one remote weekend per month. When cellular therapy collections and donor advocacy are not needed, the nurse performs donor apheresis collections and/or other donor collections if trained. The nurse also supports donor reaction and complaint follow-up, compliance with departmental procedures and regulatory standards, and other assigned duties.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and maintain a current RN or LPN license with the SC State Board of Nursing. Graduate Nurses may be considered with approval from the VP of Clinical Support Services and a temporary license in accordance with the SC State Board of Nursing.
Proficient in performing and understanding patient central line care.
Able to operate or learn automated collection devices.
Able to follow Standard Operating Procedures in a heavily FDA-regulated environment.
Able to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong computer skills, including intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Able to communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously with patrons, donors, sponsors, and coworkers.
Able to work with all levels in a diverse work environment and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, and peers.

Nice To Haves

Apheresis or dialysis background preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform cellular therapy collections using automated technology and ensure collections meet the ordering service’s timelines and guidelines.
Schedule collections to support patient coverage and customer needs, and ship collected products according to the ordering service’s guidelines.
Perform central venous catheter access and care, including dressing changes when required, and perform peripheral venous access.
Administer medications when indicated by the ordering physician and/or Medical Director, verifying the right patient, medication, dose, route, and time.
Coordinate closely with the ordering physician to support optimal patient care.
Maintain adequate, unexpired supplies for cellular therapy procedures and restock as needed.
Serve as a preceptor and resource to Cellular Therapy Collections staff as needed, and as a resource to non-nursing collection staff.
Complete at least 10 hours of continuing education annually as required by FACT.
When cellular therapy collections and donor advocacy are not needed, perform donor apheresis and/or other donor collections if trained, including donor screening, phlebotomy, and post-donation care.
Follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures and external regulatory standards, stay current on relevant trends, technology, and regulations, and comply with applicable TBC partner contracts.
Serve as a contact for staff and donors when donor injury or reaction is suspected or identified, document donor interactions, and receive calls about post-donation events and donor suitability issues.
Escalate adverse reactions or injuries requiring medical intervention or payment of medical bills to the RN Coordinator, or to the VP of Clinical Support Services when the RN Coordinator is absent.
Receive and follow up on donor customer-service complaints, route pertinent information to appropriate personnel, and follow up with donors and parents of minor donors who experience adverse reactions to ensure necessary care and treatment.
Maintain documentation for adverse reactions and close cases when follow-up is complete.
Perform donor follow-up arising from surveys, callbacks, BacT investigations, and feedback from the TBC Response Center, as appropriate.
Provide excellent customer service and cultivate positive working relationships with staff, volunteers, and external customers.
Work safely, accurately, respectfully, and efficiently; assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned or required.