Registered Nurse (Therapeutic Apheresis) - Detroit
Company: American Red Cross
Location: Lansing
Posted on: April 16, 2024
Job Description:
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Candidate Home.By joining the American Red Cross you will touch
millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the
human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's
largest humanitarian network?Join us-Where your Career is a Force
for Good!Job Description:WHY CHOOSE US?As one of the nation's
premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is
dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States
and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the
world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a
meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you
share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent
career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.We
are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering
our programs and services in a culturally competent manner
reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is
collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building
allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members.
Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for
making a difference.The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural
and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From
the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource
Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja
African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and
the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections,
mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.At
the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!WHAT YOU NEED TO
KNOW (Job Overview):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 around the Detroit area We have 3
sites Saginaw, Troy, and Detroit. If you travel outside of these
locations you would be reimbursed for mileage. We do the following
procedures: plasma exchange, red cell exchange leukapheresis, stem
cell harvests, photopheresis, therapeutic phlebotomies, platelet
reductions, and white blood cell depletion.WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A
FORCE GOOD (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.Standard Schedule: Variable 1st shift Monday to Friday-
40 hrs per week - Rotating on callsThe American Red Cross will
provide all necessary training. No experience is required.WHAT YOU
NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum 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' 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:We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a
mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support
to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing
home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing
possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance your learning.
- Medical, Dental Vision plans
- Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
- PTO + Holidays
- 401K with 5% match
- Paid Family Leave
- Employee Assistance
- Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
- Service Awards and recognitionCommitment to Your Health &
Safety-COVID-19:The American Red Cross requires all new hires 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 prior to 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 RequirementsThe 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.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.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.Interested in
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