Therapeutic Apheresis RN

LifeStream•San Bernardino, CA

69d•$40 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director, Clinical Services, the Therapeutic Apheresis RN performs therapeutic procedures in clinical settings, including acute, critical care, and outpatient environments. The RN uses various venous access devices, including peripheral phlebotomy, performs procedures as ordered, monitors patient status, and intervenes as appropriate to reduce adverse reactions. The role coordinates with hospital staff, maintains complete documentation, and provides central venous catheter care as needed. Work must follow organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines. The RN is expected to exercise sound nursing judgment and work independently in coordination with clinical staff, LifeStream physicians, and the Director, Clinical Services to support safe patient outcomes. Equipment and materials must be loaded and transported to clinical sites. The position handles therapeutic orders and performs therapeutic apheresis procedures—including Therapeutic Plasma Exchange, Red Blood Cell Exchange, Leukocyte Reduction, Platelet Reduction, and therapeutic phlebotomy—with oversight from a licensed LifeStream physician. Duties also include equipment setup, cleaning, quality control, preventive maintenance, and restocking; venous access and site care; patient monitoring; and accurate clinical recordkeeping. The role requires strong customer service, confidentiality, communication, organization, problem-solving, and clinical judgment. Employees may be asked to remain competent in and perform Mobile RN or RN II duties following an internal transfer, based on business needs. The position is part-time, located at the San Bernardino Main Campus in San Bernardino, California, with a flexible shift and road-warrior travel. The work environment includes standard office conditions and clinical settings with direct patient exposure and associated risks.

Requirements

Associate (AS) or Bachelor’s degree (BRN) in Professional Nursing.
At least three months to one year of generalized nursing and/or clinical experience.
Current California Registered Nurse license.
Current California driver’s license.
Current American Heart Association CPR certification.
Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, oral communication, and written communication skills.
Analytical and organizational skills; ability to make sound decisions and problem-solve independently while seeking direction when needed.
Good phlebotomy skills and strong apheresis and medical assessment skills.
Ability to work with apheresis cell separators, blood warmers, and infusion pumps.
Knowledge of good safety practices.
Effective collaboration skills and ability to function independently.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to perform detail-oriented work.
Computer literacy and basic familiarity with Word and Excel.
Excellent documentation and writing skills.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to drive a standard passenger vehicle and transport van.
Ability to train and mentor as required.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of apheresis or hemodialysis experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review and process therapeutic orders.
Prepare, load, and transport equipment and materials required for therapeutic apheresis at clinical sites.
Set up, clean, perform quality control and preventive maintenance on, and restock equipment.
Perform therapeutic apheresis procedures and therapeutic phlebotomy with oversight from a licensed LifeStream physician.
Establish venous access using devices such as central lines, fistulas, grafts, and ports, and provide appropriate site care.
Monitor patient status, respond to clinical situations, and perform duties according to operating procedures.
Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records in accordance with Good Clinical Practices and applicable institutional policies and procedures.
Coordinate and communicate with hospital staff, clinical staff, LifeStream physicians, and the Director, Clinical Services to support safe patient outcomes.
Provide appropriate central venous catheter care during procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of patient, staff, and organizational information.
Provide courteous, timely, accurate, professional, and friendly service to internal and external customers and the public.
Resolve customer service issues within the scope of authority.
Maintain the Blood Bank’s values and organizational goals.
If transferred internally, remain competent in and perform Mobile RN or RN II duties as required by business needs.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.