Job Description

Gift of Life has been curing blood cancer and other life-threatening diseases for 30 years. We do this by providing healthy volunteer donors that patients need for marrow and blood stem cell transplants.

Education / Experience

• Associate degree in Nursing required.
• Current RN license (State of Florida) required.
• Apheresis experience strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in establishing peripheral IV access required.
• In the absence of apheresis experience, preference will be given to candidates with experience in high-volume phlebotomy, emergency, critical care, or other IV-intensive clinical environments.

Summary Statement

The Apheresis Specialist performs hematopoietic progenitor cell (HPC) and mononuclear cell (MNC), apheresis collections using extracorporeal apheresis equipment. This role requires strict adherence to established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality standards. Experience in blood donation, marrow transplantation, or cellular therapies is desirable

Responsibilities

• Perform daily apheresis procedures, ensuring compliance with SOPs and high standards for donor safety and product quality.
• Obtain and maintain two reliable peripheral IV lines with precision and consistency.
• Monitor donor status throughout the procedure and manage reactions per protocol.
• Administer prescribed medications or injections as ordered by the supervising clinical provider.
• Accurately document donor and procedure information, including adverse events, equipment use, and quality metrics, using the proprietary software system (MatchQuest) and paper-based forms, as required.
• Provide real-time updates to the medical services team, laboratory, and AC staff throughout the collection process, including changes to timing, donor status, or expected collection end time.
• Perform routine maintenance and quality control on apheresis equipment; escalate issues or deviations to department management.
• Prioritize tasks to maintain operational efficiency and workflow within appropriate timeframes.
• Participate in required training, maintain competencies, and remain current with SOP changes.
• Communicate donor, family, or customer concerns to department management in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain active RN license and BLS certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Demonstrated proficiency in establishing and maintaining peripheral IV access.
• Strong critical thinking and sound clinical judgement.
• Effective interpersonal and communications skills.
• High attention to detail and consistent adherence to established SOPs.
• Self-motivated and adaptable; able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Proficient with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently within the scope of practice and established clinical direction.

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