Cellular Therapy RN (52462)

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITY

The Clinical Apheresis Cellular Therapy Nurse (CTRN) is an integral member of Carter BloodCare’s (CBC) mobile cellular therapy apheresis service. The CTRN is responsible for performing cellular therapy collection procedures for CBC clients in and around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, and occasionally in other areas of Texas. The CTRN independently performs critical tasks in assessing, initiating, monitoring, and completing apheresis collections in both inpatient and outpatient/donor center settings. This position provides nursing oversight of apheresis technicians, and nursing care is provided under the supervision of the patient's physician or a CBC Medical Director, in accordance with physician orders. 

The CTRN exemplifies and champions CBC Core Values and Code of Conduct, and adheres to CBC policies and applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). To support ongoing development and organizational goals, the CTRN is required to attend meetings and training sessions, as assigned. 

The CTRN maintains active, current professional licensure and/or certifications as required by role-specific regulations and organizational requirements. A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record (as specified in the current Vehicle Safety Loss Control Guidelines) are required.

This position may require working varied shifts, extended hours, weekends, and/or overtime to support operational needs. Regular full-time attendance is required during normal working hours.

EDUCATION

• RN with active unencumbered licensure in the State of Texas

• Current American Heart Association accredited Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certification

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience in one of the following: hospital setting, oncology unit, intensive care unit, or dialysis center 
• Research and/or pediatric experience, preferred
• Apheresis experience, preferred
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to communicate (written, verbal) with others (e.g.,  internal & external clients, co-workers), in a clear, understandable, professional and effective manner
• Strong customer service skills and the use of appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with patients, donors, researchers, and other healthcare professionals to promote openness and trust
• Ability to work independently in various care settings (e.g., Inpatient Units, Outpatient Clinics, Donor Centers)
• Ability to demonstrate strong assessment and critical thinking skills related to the care of patients and determine if patients/donors can safely undergo and continue apheresis treatments
• Ability to provide safe and effective patient care in compliance with CBC and contracted hospital and research project standards, policies, and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations
• Strong phlebotomy skills and competency in care and the accessing of central venous catheters
• Ability to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Tissue Practices and other regulations and standards in all aspects of procedures, patient care, equipment maintenance, and documentation

PHYSICAL/MENTAL STRESS FACTORS

• Stress associated with travel throughout CBC’s service regions, including occasional out-of-town and overnight travel (e.g., San Antonio, Galveston, Tyler); Travel may include heavy traffic and inclement weather
• Stress associated with working independently and coordinating logistics for procedures with multiple parties
• Mental stress due to frequent changes to SOPs, as required by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies (AABB), or the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT)
• Ability to walk, stoop, bend, use hands, reach with hands and arms; Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to approximately 25 pounds
• Stress associated with transporting supplies to remote sites 
• Ability to concentrate while working in a moderate amount of noise and dealing with frequent distractions
• Ability to work in a variety of settings (e.g., inpatient, outpatient clinic, donor center) and with various healthcare professionals (e.g., physicians, nurses, medical technologists, coordinators)
• Stress associated with possible exposure to blood and blood components
• Normal vision requirements

Carter BloodCare is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. Carter BloodCare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants and will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an employees or applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic, and veteran or disability status. In addition to federal law requirements, Carter BloodCare complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Carter BloodCare is a Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.