Northwestern Medicine
Clinical Nurse Apheresis Rube Walker Blood Center Full Time Days
Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Description
The ApheresisNurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Based on the NMH framework for practice, the registered professional clinical nurse (RN) is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent, evidence-based care for an assigned group of patients that includes diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. The nurse adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing, the Code of Ethics, and the Nursing Social Policy Statement. As a member of the clinical care and unit team, the RN participates in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care, achieve exceptional outcomes and enhance unit operations.
The RN exemplifies the components of what it means to be an NMH nurse, reflects the Mission, Vision, and Values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities
Performs emergent or scheduled urgent procedures during on-call hours (8pm- 7:30a, weekends and holidays) when scheduled on call
Provide on call coverage as scheduled
Preform apheresis procedures in both ambulatory and inpatient settings
Assess patients pre, during and post procedures and therapies to observe mild, moderate and severe Apheresis and non-Apheresis related complications and notifying the appropriate provider to escalated care
Delivers evidence based safe and effective care in a timely manner
Accurately documents all pertinent procedure information in Epic
Ensures all consents and education have been completed prior to initiating a procedure or therapy
Responsible for ensuring equipment preventative maintenance is current prior to use, disinfect machine, room surfaces and equipment necessary for patient care according to policy
Assist with inventory control process
Maintain safe, neat and adequately stocked supplies in patient rooms
Responsible for completing daily tasks when assigned in a timely manner
Acts as a resource for other staff
Assist with training of newer staff
Review and adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements for standard of care procedures and clinical trials
Utilizing assistive devices for patient care
Position involves moving of patients and/or equipment
Demonstrates ability to prioritize patient care and adapt to changes in assignment in response to new and urgent cases
Responsible for successful completion of initial and annual trainings and competencies in cellular therapies, apheresis procedures, department services, and clinical trials
Independently preform cellular therapy collections and infusions
Demonstrate ability to maintain chain-of-custody and chain-of-identity when handling and managing products involving human tissue
Preform other duties as assigned
Qualifications Required
Graduate of an NLN accredited school/college of nursing
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or higher
Current State of Illinois, Registered Professional Nurse license
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR through American Heart Association.
Analytic ability (conceptual and quantitative)
Oral, listening and written communication skills
Strong human relation skills to interact effectively and collaborate with others in difficult situations
Use of a keyboard to enter or retrieve data
Preferred
Experience in specific clinical area
Nursing specialty certification, if eligible
Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
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Based on the NMH framework for practice, the registered professional clinical nurse (RN) is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent, evidence-based care for an assigned group of patients that includes diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. The nurse adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing, the Code of Ethics, and the Nursing Social Policy Statement. As a member of the clinical care and unit team, the RN participates in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care, achieve exceptional outcomes and enhance unit operations.
The RN exemplifies the components of what it means to be an NMH nurse, reflects the Mission, Vision, and Values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities
Performs emergent or scheduled urgent procedures during on-call hours (8pm- 7:30a, weekends and holidays) when scheduled on call
Provide on call coverage as scheduled
Preform apheresis procedures in both ambulatory and inpatient settings
Assess patients pre, during and post procedures and therapies to observe mild, moderate and severe Apheresis and non-Apheresis related complications and notifying the appropriate provider to escalated care
Delivers evidence based safe and effective care in a timely manner
Accurately documents all pertinent procedure information in Epic
Ensures all consents and education have been completed prior to initiating a procedure or therapy
Responsible for ensuring equipment preventative maintenance is current prior to use, disinfect machine, room surfaces and equipment necessary for patient care according to policy
Assist with inventory control process
Maintain safe, neat and adequately stocked supplies in patient rooms
Responsible for completing daily tasks when assigned in a timely manner
Acts as a resource for other staff
Assist with training of newer staff
Review and adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements for standard of care procedures and clinical trials
Utilizing assistive devices for patient care
Position involves moving of patients and/or equipment
Demonstrates ability to prioritize patient care and adapt to changes in assignment in response to new and urgent cases
Responsible for successful completion of initial and annual trainings and competencies in cellular therapies, apheresis procedures, department services, and clinical trials
Independently preform cellular therapy collections and infusions
Demonstrate ability to maintain chain-of-custody and chain-of-identity when handling and managing products involving human tissue
Preform other duties as assigned
Qualifications Required
Graduate of an NLN accredited school/college of nursing
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or higher
Current State of Illinois, Registered Professional Nurse license
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR through American Heart Association.
Analytic ability (conceptual and quantitative)
Oral, listening and written communication skills
Strong human relation skills to interact effectively and collaborate with others in difficult situations
Use of a keyboard to enter or retrieve data
Preferred
Experience in specific clinical area
Nursing specialty certification, if eligible
Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
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