Description

Vitalant Research Institute is currently seeking a Clinical Specialist - RN to be responsible for performing advanced clinical procedures that may include therapeutic apheresis and intra-operative procedures, HPC/MNC, and granulocyte collections.

This position offers a $10,000 signing bonus paid after 30 days of successful employment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the receipt and processing of therapeutic orders from Community Physicians, arrangements for necessities of a procedure, such as ordering labs, fluids and materials, and assistance with the development, implementation, and evaluation of new and existing methodologies. Performs therapeutic apheresis procedures on patients under supervision of a licensed Vitalant physician according to SOPs.
• Responsible for the receipt and processing of collection orders from Physicians, research organizations, biotherapy companies and hospital transfusion services.
• Responsible for the administration of drugs, and donor evaluation for the collection and mobilization regimens.
• Performs HPC/MNC collections on donors or patients according to SOPs.
• Performs granulocyte collections on donors according to SOPs.
• Performs any new hemapheresis procedure approved for clinical use, as required.
• Participates in department research projects, trials and data gathering.
• Participates in customer, patient, donor and family education.
• Anticipates and responds to unique clinical situations according to SOPs.
• Maintains accurate, complete and legible records following the principles of current Good Clinical Practices and related Clinical Practices policies and procedures of the institutions where the procedures are performed.
• Participates in quality assurance activities, as indicated.
• Performs apheresis equipment maintenance and validations, as applicable
• Trains staff, as required.
• Performs all other duties, at the discretion of management, as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge/Education

• Associates Degree in Nursing or Diploma from an accredited School of Nursing required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of rationale and techniques relating to assigned duties required.

Licenses/Certifications

• RN license in state of practice required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Experience

Previous apheresis experience preferred.

• Previous acute hospital experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.

Skills/Abilities

• Must possess the skills and abilities to successfully perform all assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be able to understand, follow, and give precise written and verbal instructions, and perform all activities safely.
• Ability to work in a team environment and participate as an active team member.
• Able to organize, prioritize, and execute a variable workload and multiple priorities.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

About Us

The Vitalant Research Institute (VRI) is dedicated to advancing blood safety world-wide through scientific research, education and the promotion of evidence-based policies.

VRI, an integral part of Vitalant, is the premier transfusion medicine research institute in the US focused on scientific and policy advances relevant to transfusion therapy and blood product availability, with particular focus on mechanisms underlying and prevention of infectious and immunological complications of transfusions. VRI contributes to and engages other Vitalant divisions in research, policy development and application of new practices.

Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Careers@vitalant.org to let us know the nature of your request.

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