Per Diem Nurse- Inpatient Apheresis Irvine- Variable Shift
About The Position
The Blood Donor Center currently has three locations: Campus Blood Donor Center, Medical Center Blood Donor Center, and Mobile Collection sites. The incumbent will be assigned to a primary area but will be expected to work in all three areas as needed and is responsible for the accurate donor selection and follow through of identification and remediation of deficiencies in screening procedures. Sets-up and performs various apheresis and whole blood collection procedures including identification of donor reactions and appropriate intervention. Assists with patient / donor education and follow-up and uses the Nursing Process to assess, plan, intervene, and evaluate patient / donor care. May be required to act as a charge nurse at any of the three areas as needed.
Requirements
- Strong customer service orientation
- One year of RN experience doing apheresis patient/donor collections / procedures or acute hemodialysis procedures
- Demonstrated knowledge and practice of infection control techniques
- Current California RN license
- Competent in venipuncture or venipuncture certification
- All external candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Ability to work flexible hours and flexible locations including evenings, nights, weekends & holidays.
- Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
- Ability to maintain flexibility and work well in a constantly changing environment
- Ability to communicate in person, with a wide range of people in an effective professional manner
- Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of FDA, DHS, AABB, CAP, Title 22, Joint Commission, and CDC guidelines
Responsibilities
- Accurate donor selection and follow through of identification and remediation of deficiencies in screening procedures.
- Sets-up and performs various apheresis and whole blood collection procedures including identification of donor reactions and appropriate intervention.
- Assists with patient / donor education and follow-up.
- Uses the Nursing Process to assess, plan, intervene, and evaluate patient / donor care.
- May be required to act as a charge nurse at any of the three areas as needed.
Benefits
- medical insurance
- sick and vacation time
- retirement savings plans
- access to a number of discounts and perks
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Career Level
Mid Level
