Registered Nurse (Team Lead Plasma Nurse) Full-time Job

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary full-time Team Lead Plasma Nurse to join our dynamic Collections Operations Ont team. 

The Collections Operations Ont team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services  by collecting plasma in a safe manner to enable safe products which save lives every day. In this role, you will participate in projects/continuous improvement initiatives that contribute to the success of the program and will act as an ambassador of the program and promote and contribute to a collaborative and customer-centric work environment. Additionally, you will act as a coach and resource to staff performing all operational functions and manage the consultation process and contribute to a continuous quality improvement environment.

Formula for success

• Provides oversight of daily operations of plasma site and provides guidance to staff to ensure that processes are performed effectively, efficiently, and safely
• Fosters and promotes a positive working environment in which staff feel empowered, challenged, and engaged
• Collaborates with Manager to ensure the site operates at an optimal level through the provision of an appropriate, well maintained environment using equipment that conforms to all applicable requirements
• Determines and analyses the specific training and development needs for staff
• Designs, plans, develops and implements training programs to meet identified learning needs
• Guides staff to appropriate information in the donor selection criteria manual
• Acts as a subject matter expert for interpretation and adherence to policies and procedural requirements for screening
• Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement with the site

Desired education and skills

• A licensed registered nurse, able to practice in the province of employment
• A minimum of three years of progressive experience working with the public, particularly in a high customer-focused environment
• A minimum of three years in a team lead/supervisory capacity preferred
• Experience with current Good Manufacturing Practices is an asset
• Proven leadership ability is required
• Passion for achieving results and exceeding customer experience
• Excellent communication skills in English; French is considered an asset
• Adaptable, flexible, and comfortable with frequent change
• Show demonstrated ability in continuous improvement practices
• Excellent interpersonal skills, team building and ability to collaborate in a multi-team setting
• Must be detail-oriented and capable of working in a highly regulated environment
• Ability to work under pressure to meet demands of the job
• The ability to exercise judgment, tact, diplomacy, and strict confidentiality are mandatory
• Fosters and promotes a positive public image
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

What we offer you

• Payment in lieu of vacation
• Payment in lieu of holidays
• Payment in lieu of benefits
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement
• Defined benefitpension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resource

What you can expect

• Physical requirements - ability to lift weight up to 10 kg (22 lbs.)