Registered Nurse Clinical Apheresis

American Red Cross•Omaha, NE

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Joining the American Red Cross offers a unique opportunity to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network. This role provides 1-on-1 patient care in the specialty area of Therapeutic Apheresis, working collaboratively with physicians and serving as a liaison between the physician and patient. Nurses in this position will travel to various hospitals and Red Cross sites to perform procedures such as plasma exchange, red cell exchange, leukapheresis, stem cell harvests, photopheresis, therapeutic phlebotomies, platelet reductions, and white blood cell depletion. The American Red Cross provides all necessary training, and no prior experience in apheresis is required.

Requirements

Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse and CPR certification is required.
Bachelor’s degree OR a combination of education and work experience.
Two years experience in medical/surgical or critical care nursing, OR-related experience.
Good vein selection and venipuncture skills are essential.
Good verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively discuss procedures and medical issues with patients, families, and physicians.
A current valid driver's license and a good driving record are required.

Nice To Haves

Previous apheresis or dialysis experience is beneficial but not required.
Customer service experience, effective verbal communication, and public relations skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform Apheresis procedures autonomously in multiple settings, including critical care, emergency room, and freestanding outpatient centers.
Perform venipunctures, access central venous catheters, and access vortex and bard ports.
Perform all phases of therapeutic apheresis procedures (plasma exchange, red cell exchange, platelet, and white cell reduction, photopheresis, and hematopoietic progenitor cell collection), to ensure safe and appropriate care of the patient.
Explain procedures for patients and their family and other attending healthcare professionals.
Act as a consultant to external health care personnel about clinical apheresis.
Assess patient status relative to therapeutic apheresis, prior to and during procedures, utilizing the nursing process, laboratory testing results, and other clinically significant procedures.
Coordinate closely with physicians and nurses at a variety of hospitals to arrange therapeutic apheresis treatments and facilitate coordinated care.
Evaluate patient medication for compatibility and safety of apheresis procedure and determine when to contact the physician.
Assemble, restock, QC, and maintain supplies and equipment in a state of readiness to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.