Registered Nurse

Canadian Blood Services; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Blood Services seeks a Casual Registered Nurse to join their Collections Operations team in Kelowna. This role focuses on ensuring safe blood collections, providing donor support, and collaborating within a dynamic team environment. Ideal candidates will have a nursing degree and relevant experience, eager to contribute to life-saving work.

Benefits

Payment in lieu of vacation

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts and wellness program

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of nursing experience preferred.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR considered an asset.
• Technical skills needed to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the collection of blood ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Provide coaching to donor centre staff and lead collection events.
• Set up mobile donor clinics in various community locations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Completion of accredited nursing program

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in good standing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Job category: Nursing

Job posting ID: 7276

Employment status: Casual

Position's anticipated start date: 2025-06-23

Possible schedule/FTE: 0.10

Classification: BCNU

Salary/Rate of pay: Nurse 3

Application deadline: Will remain open until filled

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
  
  
  

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• Job specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
  
  
  

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About The Role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Casual Registered Nurse to join our dynamic Collections Operations West - Kelowna Mobiles team.

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

What we offer you

• Payment in lieu of vacation.
• Payment in lieu of holidays.
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement .
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• 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 at mobile donor centers.
• Applicant must be willing to travel and must be available for Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and one Friday per month. Hours of work are based on a 52 week rotation. Work days can include Monday's, Tuesday's, Wednesday's, Thursday's and some Friday's. Rest days are Saturdays and Sundays. Shift start and stop times are as follows: 0930-1800, 1045-2000, 1130-2000, 0845-1800, 1115-2000, 1130-1945, 0900-1815, 1100-2015, 1045-2045, 0845-1845, 1030-1845, 0945-1900, 1030-2000, 0930-1845, 1130-1945, 1100-1900.
• Travel will be required for mobile events, and transportation will be provided by Canadian Blood Services.
• Must be able to attend mandatory training in Vancouver.
• 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.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add [e-mail] and [e-mail] to your safe senders list.

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