Apheresis Nurse (RN) - BMT

The Apheresis Nurse provides professional nursing care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. The nurse will administer medications, collect and analyze data, and coordinate care delivery.

Requirements

• Administers medications safely.
• Collects and analyzes comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation to determine the diagnosis or issues.
• Performs primary and secondary patient assessments and documents in the medical record accurately and timely.
• Documents changes and omissions of the identified plan.
• Communicates systematic report to other care providers.
• Coordinates care delivery; utilizes resources to promote the continuum of care.
• Demonstrates knowledge of IV Therapy guidelines including venous access, device selection, line care and maintenance, hydration, and blood product administration.
• Employs strategies to promote health in a safe environment.
• Evaluates and documents progress toward the attainment of outcomes.
• Identifies expected interventions and outcomes for an individualized plan of care and communicates effectively with patient, family and other team members.
• Implements the plan of care in a safe, timely and appropriate manner.
• Manages patient care based on knowledge of cancer, cancer treatment, and side effects of such treatment.
• Promotes efficient delivery of patient care throughout the healthcare system.
• Uses quality and evidence based practice to deliver and improve care.
• Works closely with more experienced clinicians for guidance and supervision.
• Provides routine monitoring of patient and machine including: extracorporeal volume and fluid shifts during procedures; proper use of anticoagulants, venous access, and venous blood flow.
• Ensures all documentation is complete and correct.
• Adheres to standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Proper assessment and intervention regarding adverse reactions, transfusion reactions, and emergencies related to procedure.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.