WE ARE LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES FOR OUR BOCA RATON, FLORIDA LOCATION ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION.

Gift of Life is a 2024 Sun Sentinel Top Workplace

Our Mission

Gift of Life Marrow Registry cures blood cancer through cellular therapy. We believe every person battling blood cancer deserves a second chance at life — and we are determined to make it happen. We are singularly passionate about engaging the public to help us get everyone involved in curing blood cancer, whether as a donor, a volunteer, or a financial supporter. It all begins with one remarkable person, one life-changing swab, and one huge win — finding a match and a cure.

Employment Type

Full-time, non-exempt

Annual rate: $70,000

Summary Statement

The Donor Services RN will be responsible for working alongside the Director of Donor Services in educating, consulting and screening to qualify donors for Confirmatory Typing, to confirm they are the best match for a patient. 

Education

Associates Degree required. RN License for State of Florida required. 

Responsibilities

• Review Health History screening in compliance with current guidelines to determine donor suitability in a timely manner to meet deadlines
• Identify any potential medical risks to the donor and/or the recipient
• Communicate with potential donors to collect further medical history for proper assessment.
• Thoroughly complete and document ass donor health information into in-house proprietary software, MatchQuest.
• Inform donors of their suitability status and address any questions.
• Assist with proviing medical evaluation during donor preparation prior to donation.
• Demonstrate a high level of sensitivity, appreciation, and empathy in dealing with donors.
• Communicate all findings and issues to the Director of Donor Services and/or Medical Services.
• This position requires cross-training to assist the Medical Services RN, which includes injections, consultantions, and assisting in the Gift of Life Stem Cell Collection Center.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Quick to learn, motivated self-starter
• Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, and ability to learn proprietary software
• Critical thinker
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Experience functioning in a regulated environment and following standard operating procedures
• Current certification from a nationally recognized accrediting body approved by the State of Florida Board of Nursing Registered Nurses
• Ability to work independently while under the supervision of the medical director
• Excellent English language skills essential. Fluency in Spanish desired but not required
• Experience in blood donation, marrow transplantation, or cellular therapies is desirable.

Physical Demands

This position is basically sedentary with some walking, standing, stooping, and lifting required. May lift objects weighing from 0 to 20 lbs. with occasional lifting of objects over 20 lbs. 

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. Duties and/or responsibilities may be added or deleted as management requires to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

APPLY NOW VIA EMAIL 

Please attach your resume and cover letter via email to jlizondro@giftoflife.org.