Clinical Services Nurse Specialist (RN)

The Clinical Services Nurse Specialist provides specialized nursing care in Therapeutic Apheresis, performing procedures such as plasma exchange and stem cell harvests. The role involves collaboration with physicians and travel to various hospitals and Red Cross sites to deliver lifesaving treatments and support cancer research.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Current state licensure in WA and Oregon as a Registered Nurse, or the ability to obtain state licensure.
• Current 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.
• 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.
• Previous apheresis or dialysis experience is a plus.

Skills

• Registered Nurse licensure
• CPR Certification
• Medical surgical nursing
• Critical Care Nursing
• Venipuncture
• Vein selection
• Verbal Communication
• Patient Education
• Customer Service
• Apheresis Nursing
• Dialysis Nursing
• Driving License

Languages

English