RN- Apheresis

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences•Little Rock, AR

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to monitor and care for patients during the collection of HPC and during therapeutic plasma exchanges, TP, Photopheresis, White blood cell reduction, and platelet reduction. The UAMS Apheresis Clinic is the only one of its kind in the state of Arkansas. We focus on improving patient outcomes by performing advanced apheresis techniques, research, and educating students and Residents. This position will provide direct patient care to inpatient and outpatient populations with a wide variety of conditions. The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers nursing care for patients within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards. The RN is responsible to adhere to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA, and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team members. Collects and documents assessment data. Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard. Implements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approach. Evaluates the progress of patient toward attainment of desired outcomes. Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning Administers medication per standard including drug information to patients/families. Acts as a resource/supports others. Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality. Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and training. Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff. May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing
Valid Arkansas RN License
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

BSN RN degree
BLS certification (CPR)
Experienced in critical care, myeloma, or dialysis
Experienced with indwelling ports and catheters

Responsibilities

Monitor and care for patients during the collection of HPC and during therapeutic plasma exchanges, TP, Photopheresis, White blood cell reduction, and platelet reduction.
Provide direct patient care to inpatient and outpatient populations with a wide variety of conditions.
Collects and documents assessment data.
Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard.
Implements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approach.
Evaluates the progress of patient toward attainment of desired outcomes.
Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.
Administers medication per standard including drug information to patients/families.
Acts as a resource/supports others.
Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality.
Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and training.
Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.