Therapeutic Apheresis RN

Description

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITY

The Therapeutic Apheresis Registered Nurse (TARN) performs therapeutic apheresis procedures for Carter BloodCare (CBC) clients in and around the Dallas/ Fort Worth area. The TARN independently performs critical tasks in assessing, initiating, monitoring, and completing apheresis treatments in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Nursing care being provided is under the supervision of patient physicians or a CBC Medical Director and in accordance with physician orders.

• Therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE)

• Red blood cell exchange (RBCX)

• White blood cell (WBC) and platelet (PLT) depletion

• Extracorporeal photopheresis (ECP)

This position is subject to overtime and on-call, as required by CBC, and must be available to work any shift, including nights and weekends. Regular full-time attendance is required during normal working hours.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Registered Nurse (RN) with active 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

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others (i.e., internal & external clients, co-workers), in a clear, understandable, and professional manner (written & oral), at all times

• 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 (i.e., Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department, Inpatient Units, Outpatient Clinics, Donor Centers)

• Demonstrates strong assessment and critical thinking skills related to the care of critically ill patients and determines if patients/donors can safely undergo and continue apheresis treatments

• Provides safe and effective patient care in compliance with company and contracted hospital and research project standards, policies, and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations

• Maintains proficiency in all treatment modalities

• Strong phlebotomy skills and competency in care and the accessing of central venous catheters, implantable ports, and fistulas

• Complies with cGMPs in all aspects of procedures, patient care, equipment maintenance, and documentation

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.