Registered Nurse

Canadian Blood Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Calgary is seeking a Temporary part-time Registered Nurse to join their Donor Centre team. This role involves assisting in blood collection, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and providing support to donors. Ideal candidates should have a nursing qualification and excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits and requires flexibility in shifts, including potential travel for mobile events.

Benefits

Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited nursing program and current license in good standing.
• Two years of experience as a nurse considered an asset.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR is advantageous.
• Technical skills including Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• A second language is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct registration and screening of donors.
• Provide information and instruction to donors.
• Coach and consult donor center staff as needed.
• Assist in the collection of blood and components.
• Set up booths at mobile events.

Skills

Effective communication with donors

Superb people skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of safety protocols

Bilingualism

Education

Accredited nursing program completion

Current Registered Nurse license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary part-time Registered Nurse to join our dynamic Donor Centre team.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• A second language is considered an asset to support a positive donor experience.

What we offer you

• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• Shifts/hours will vary. You must be flexible to accommodate assigned shifts which are based on operational needs; length of shifts varies according to the event which takes place at Canadian Blood Services fixed and mobile donor centers. Shifts include days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Travel will be required for mobile events in the region including occasional overnight to Medicine Hat, 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.).

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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