Therapeutic Apheresis RN (50926)

Job DetailsJob Location: Clinical Apheresis - Dallas, TX 75240Position Type: Flex / PRNEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: Valid DL requiredJob Shift: Varies According to NeedJob Category: Health CarePRINCIPAL 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.
QualificationsEDUCATION



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.