Transfusion Safety Coordinator Registered Nurse / RN at Emory Healthcare

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Blood Management, Transfusion Safety, Clinical Collaboration, Quality Improvement, Education, Training, Policy Development, Patient Blood Management, Process Surveillance, Data Analysis, Communication, Regulatory Compliance, Project Coordination, Patient Monitoring, Evidence-based Strategies, Healthcare Standards

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs And more Description We're seeking a Coordinator, Transfusion Safety who will function as a liaison between the blood bank and clinical staff, utilizing tools such as audits, quality improvement activities, educational presentations, and general vigilance to enhance transfusion safety throughout EHC. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following job duties: Clinical Collaboration & Support 1. Collaborate with all levels of clinical and medical personnel to optimize blood transfusion safety and efficacy. 2. Serve as a resource to nurses, clinicians, and laboratory staff for issues related to blood management, administration, and transfusion safety. 3. Provide support to hospital teams in aligning with TJC, CMS, FDA, DPH, AABB, CAP, and other regulatory agency standards. 4. Participate in the development and revision of policies related to blood administration, consent, and utilization guidelines. Education & Training 1. Provide educational presentations to physicians, advanced practice providers, and nurses. 2. Train providers on key transfusion practices, including ordering, patient identification, sample handling, blood administration, and patient monitoring. 3. Prepare and deliver educational materials to enhance staff competency in transfusion safety and best practices. Quality Improvement & Safety 1. Improve transfusion safety through process surveillance, patient blood management coordination, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives. 2. Investigate transfusion-related safety events and reactions; identify and implement process improvements. 3. Implement evidence-based, patient-centered strategies to minimize adverse transfusion events. 4. Monitor and assess patient care delivery efficiency and utilization related to blood management. Program Oversight & Metrics 1. Coordinate and track all aspects of the hospital's Patient Blood Management (PBM) Programs. 2. Establish processes to track, audit, and analyze key metrics (e.g., blood product turnaround time), and provide recommendations for improvement. 3. Participate in performance improvement activities that support organizational goals. Reporting & Communication 1. Provide regular updates and reports to key hospital committees, including the Joint Transfusion Committee, Blood Stewardship Committee, Medical Staff meetings, and Nursing Administrative Council. 2. Communicate findings, trends, and action plans to relevant stakeholders to drive engagement and accountability. Other Responsibilities 1. Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals. Travel: Ability to travel between Operating Units Work Type: Hybrid employee; splits time between working remotely and working in the office. Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in nursing, or Combination of education and Experience of 5 years or more may be considered in lieu of a RN license for highly qualified candidates. 5+ experience in a hospital setting Experience in transfusion services and blood banking Nursing: an unencumbered nursing license must have a valid, active license approved by the Georgia Licensing Board. BLS certification Skills: Experience with blood component administration is essential. Clinical experience, blood bank knowledge, management training, project coordination experience, quality assessment training, and abilities in education are all preferred qualifications. Minimum Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree preferred JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties. Additional Details Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Leave and Accommodations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Responsibilities

The Transfusion Safety Coordinator will act as a liaison between the blood bank and clinical staff to enhance transfusion safety. Responsibilities include collaboration with clinical personnel, providing education and training, and overseeing quality improvement initiatives.