Field Apheresis Nurse

Bloodworks NW • Seattle, WA

6d • $31 - $100

About The Position

Bloodworks Northwest is hiring a per diem Field Apheresis Nurse to provide specialized apheresis nursing services at Bloodworks Bio partner sites, hospitals, sponsor locations, and mobile or remote clinical settings across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska. The role primarily supports leukapheresis and other collection programs for pharmaceutical companies, cell and gene therapy programs, clinical trials, research, and commercial therapy partners. It may also provide coverage for BAT schedule gaps, including leukapheresis collections and therapeutic apheresis procedures such as plasma exchange, red blood cell exchange, and WBC/PLT depletions.

This is a variable-schedule, assignment-based per diem position. Hours and continuous site placement are not guaranteed, and assignment duration, location, and schedule may change with partner, program, staffing, and operational needs. Frequent regional air and ground travel, flexible scheduling, variable shift lengths, on-call coverage, and willingness to accept short-notice assignments and cross-site coverage are required. Travel-related expenses are reimbursed under Bloodworks policy, and a travel premium applies for travel outside King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties in Washington. The position may be considered for full-time status in the future based on sustained business needs and organizational approval.

The nurse independently performs assigned apheresis procedures using the Terumo Spectra Optia Apheresis System, supports donor and patient care, and coordinates with department leadership, the Medical Director or designee, hospitals, and partner sponsors. The role includes preparing off-site locations, collecting research-study blood components, documenting care, administering medications and blood components as ordered, responding to complications and emergencies, maintaining equipment and supplies, and complying with applicable protocols, regulatory requirements, SOPs, and organizational policies. The nurse must maintain or obtain RN licensure for Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska before assignments in each territory.

The position involves direct responsibility for donors and/or patients, direct exposure to bloodborne pathogens, frequent standing and close work, regional travel, variable scheduling, substantial overtime and on-call status during active assignments, and the ability to work scheduled holidays and weekends. Employees regularly scheduled for at least 24 hours per week may be eligible for the listed benefits, subject to conditions. Candidates hired from outside the service area may be eligible for relocation assistance.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure; multi-state licensure or the ability to obtain licensure in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska within defined timelines is required.
• At least three years of apheresis nursing experience.
• Ability to independently perform the full range of apheresis collections and procedures on the Terumo Spectra Optia, including therapeutic plasma exchange, red blood cell exchange, leukapheresis, and therapeutic depletions.
• At least three years of acute care nursing experience, including phlebotomy, ICU/CCU, critical care, or dialysis experience.
• Willingness to travel frequently by air and ground across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska and accept short-notice assignments and cross-site coverage.
• Ability to work flexible, assignment-based hours, variable shift lengths, on-call coverage, scheduled holidays and weekends, and extended or consecutive shifts when needed.
• Ability to obtain client-facility access clearance when required, including additional screening beyond Bloodworks standard pre-employment screening.
• Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including frequent standing and close work; walking, stooping, bending, reaching, repetitive motions, pushing or pulling up to 400 pounds, and carrying up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to work in settings with direct exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting clinical trials, cell and gene therapy collections, or field/per diem nursing assignments.
• Candidates hired from outside the Bloodworks service area may be eligible for relocation assistance; conditions apply.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmaceutical partner sites, cell and gene therapy programs, clinical trials, research studies, and other Bloodworks Bio collection programs with apheresis nursing expertise.
• Provide flexible coverage at hospital partner locations, in-house apheresis units, and mobile or off-site apheresis operations.
• Provide local BAT schedule coverage as needed to address staffing gaps and maintain continuity of apheresis operations.
• Coordinate travel logistics, credentialing, and assignment-specific clinical requirements with department leadership, the Medical Director or designee, and partner sponsors.
• Independently perform leukapheresis and other assigned collection procedures using the Terumo Spectra Optia Apheresis System according to applicable protocols and requirements.
• Perform therapeutic apheresis procedures as needed, including therapeutic plasma exchange, red blood cell exchange, leukapheresis, and therapeutic depletions.
• Collaborate with department leadership to establish and equip off-site apheresis locations in compliance with regulatory requirements, standards, and organizational policies.
• Collect blood components from subjects enrolled in internal and external research studies.
• Plan procedures in advance, including coordination with the Medical Director or designee and communication with hospitals.
• Measure vital signs, compare them with normal values, and report variations to the Apheresis Provider On-Call.
• Perform venipuncture for blood sampling and therapeutic or research procedures; collect, label, and deliver samples to the appropriate laboratory with required lab slips.
• Recognize changes in clinical status, notify the Apheresis Provider On-Call and the patient's provider of adverse events as needed, and evaluate care plans and procedure tolerance.
• Review donors' and patients' medical problems and evaluate their respiratory and cardiovascular status, consulting the Apheresis Provider On-Call about anticipated complications or concerns.
• Explain procedures to donors and patients before beginning and document nursing notes, lab values, and other relevant information.
• Administer medications orally, subcutaneously, or intravenously as needed, and administer blood components as ordered.
• Identify transfusion reactions and follow the applicable reaction protocol.
• Demonstrate appropriate oxygen administration using nasal prongs, a mask, and an Ambu bag; know the location of emergency medications and assist providers and paramedics with emergency procedures.
• Use and properly care for A-V shunts and central venous catheters, including Quinton and Hickman catheters.
• Operate and troubleshoot department equipment, using company services, technical assistance, manuals, or other resources when needed; use point-of-care testing equipment in-house or at area hospitals.
• Screen potential donors for acceptability by reviewing medical histories, medication records, and laboratory results, and understand post-donation issues.
• Listen empathetically to donors, patients, and family members; maintain a pleasant environment and effective working relationships with providers, laboratory personnel, and colleagues.
• Communicate effectively with peers to identify errors or problems, express views respectfully, and ask for help when needed.
• Order and stock department supplies; maintain clean equipment and work areas and intervene to promote a safe environment.
• Create, modify, maintain, and transmit electronic records in a controlled and approved manner consistent with FDA requirements.
• Maintain active RN licensure in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska, or obtain and maintain the required multi-state licensure before assignments in each territory.
• Comply with all applicable Standard Operating Procedures and perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees regularly scheduled for 24 or more hours per week; family coverage is available.
• Retirement plans (401(a) and 401(b)).
• Consolidated paid leave program, accruing 4.8–6.8 weeks of time off per year based on length of service.
• Subsidized transit program.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Possible relocation assistance bonus for candidates hired from outside the service area, subject to conditions.
• Travel-related expense reimbursement under Bloodworks travel and expense policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level