Clinical Apheresis Nurse - Military Veterans

When you choose to be a force for good, you’ll have mentors who empower your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your life’s work with an ongoing mission that’s bigger than all of us. As you care for others, you’re cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do while at work.

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Job Summary:

At the American Red Cross, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission. When you join our team, you can help save lives every day. You’ll be part of a like-minded team that shares a passion for making a difference and a work environment that supports growth, learning, and success.   

This position is a unique opportunity to provide 1-on-1 care to patients in a specialty area (Therapeutic Apheresis). Our nurses get to work collaboratively with physicians and act as the go-between for the physician and the patient. You will get to travel to different hospitals and Red Cross sites We cover the Tucson and Orovalley areas. We do the following procedures: plasma exchange, red cell exchange leukapheresis, stem cell harvests, photopheresis, therapeutic phlebotomies, platelet reductions, and white blood cell depletion.

Key Responsibilities:

You will 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 and explain, as needed, the 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.

The American Red Cross will provide all necessary training. No experience is required.

Qualifications:

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 of experience in medical/surgical or critical care nursing, OR-related experience.

Previous apheresis or dialysis experience is beneficial but not required.

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.

Customer service experience, effective verbal communication, and public relations skills are preferred.

A current valid driver's license and a good driving record are required.

Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day by delivering lifesaving treatments and being at the forefront of cancer research!

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive package includes:

Medical, Dental Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts

PTO:  Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure

Holidays:  11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays

401K with up to 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term

Service Awards and recognition

Commitment to Your Health & Safety-COVID-19:

The American Red Cross requires all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.  This means that all individuals working for the organization must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the start of their employment OR have begun the vaccination process before their start date.  Upon being offered a position, individuals will be required to submit proof of vaccination.  If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons, you may qualify for an exemption. If seeking an exemption, you will be required to submit documentation and your request must be approved prior to hire.

Physical Requirements

The duties are representative of the essential functions of the position. Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs. Required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc. when there is exposure to blood and blood products and/or where work location requires. Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment.  Ability to use a personal computer and applicable software for sustained periods.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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