Part Time Registered Nurse – $7000 Sign-On Bonus

Job Description:
Are you seeking an opportunity that makes a difference? Are you passionate about meeting new people? Do you want to have an impact in your community, across the country, and around the world? If your answer is “yes”, then we invite you to join the American Red Cross! $7000 SIGN-ON BONUS! This is a part time position. The schedule is one day per week and every 4th weekend on call.

Under the direction of the Medical Director has the responsibility to perform clinical apheresis procedures at the local hospitals. These procedures may include, but are not limited to, plasma exchanges, red cell exchanges, platelet and white cell reductions. Demonstrate excellence in customer service and public relations to promote a positive professional image of the American Red Cross Biomedical Services. Works independently with attention to detail and possesses the necessary knowledge of all aspects of daily operations. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures. Responsibilities:

1. Perform all phases of therapeutic apheresis procedures, ensuring safe and appropriate care of patient.

2. Assess patient status relative to therapeutic apheresis, prior and during procedures, utilizing nursing process. Patient assessment to include laboratory testing results and other clinically significant procedures.

3. 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.

4. Demonstrate knowledge and compliance with all ARC departmental and organizational standard operating procedures, policies, practices and regulations.

5. Explain, as needed, clinical apheresis procedures to patients and their family and other attending healthcare professionals.

6. Represent the American Red Cross to the community and internal customers by establishing and promoting a positive organizational and professional image.

7. Complete necessary training and demonstrate competency to perform each job function.

8. Assemble, restock, QC and maintain supplies and equipment in a state of readiness to maintain a clean, safe and efficient work environment.

9. If appropriate, operate American Red Cross vehicles in compliance with all applicable regulations.

10. Perform other duties as necessary.

Qualifications:
Registered nurse with current state licensure as required.

Current CPR certification.

Good verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively discuss procedures and medical issues with patients, families, and physicians.

Previous apheresis or dialysis experience is preferred.

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

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

Ability to push/pull CcardianBCT Spectra apheresis machine (390 lbs) over short distances. $7000 SIGN-ON BONUS! This is a part time position. The schedule is one day per week and every 4th weekend on call.

Essential Functions/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 of time.

Exposure levels are based on the essential functions as stated in this position description; however, in some instances, variances may occur due to the applicable nature of this position within a particular work site. Therefore the work site may determine the exposure level to be greater than or less than the below stated level. This position is an Exposure Determination I in view of the fact that the position requires the incumbent work under conditions where the potential exists for the incumbent to make contact with blood or blood components as a result of splashes, spills, and/or needlesticks. Potential exists to also be exposed to hazardous chemicals. Abilty to push/pull the CardianBCT Spectra apheresis machine (390 lbs.) over short distances. Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment.