Registered Nurse Full-time Job
Oct 21st, 2024 at 14:54 Medical & Healthcare Vancouver 39 views Reference: 9810Job Details
Application deadline: Will be posted until filled
Application requirements:
- Your up-to-date resume.
- Job specific cover letter.
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The Donor Centre team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services collecting donor blood in a safe manner to enable safe products which save lives every day. In this role, you will assist in the collection of blood and blood products ensuring adherence to all safety protocols and all required documentation is carried out. You will play an integral part in building and promoting a positive donor experience and encouraging donations.
Formula for success
- Leveraging your ability to communicate effectively with donors, you will conduct registration and confidential screening to determine eligibility and build and promote a positive donor experience.
- Utilizing your superb people skills, you will provide donors with information, instruction, and advice on blood donation.
- Drawing on your knowledge and experience you will provide coaching and consultation to donor centre staff, acting as team lead for collection events as needed.
- With your excellent interpersonal skills, you will work in a diverse team environment assisting in the collection of whole blood and/or apheresis blood components which save lives daily.
- At mobile events within our communities, you will assist in setting up booths, tables, and other equipment to ensure donor clinics are properly set up for use.
Desired education and skills
- Completion of accredited nursing program and current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the province is required.
- Two years of experience working as a nurse is considered an asset as is a certification in First Aid and CPR.
- Previous experience as a preceptor or with coaching others is an asset.
- Technical skills including Microsoft Word and Outlook, and the ability to learn new systems and programs.
What we offer you
- Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
- Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.
What you can expect
- This line works in Whole Blood and Apheresis collections. Potential work days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Work hours: 07:45 - 15:45, 10:45 - 18:45. Rest days: Sun/Mon or Mon/Tues or Tues/Wed or Wed/Thurs or Thurs/Fri or Fri/Sat or Sat/Sun.
- Travel will be required for mobile events in our communities, and transportation will be provided by Canadian Blood Services.
- Physical requirements for the role include the ability to lift weights up to 10 kg (22 lbs.).
Company Description
Canadian Blood Services is a non-profit charitable organization that is independent from the Canadian government. The Canadian Blood Services was established as Canada's blood authority in all provinces and territories except for Quebec in 1998.