Registered Nurse; Donor Centre Nurse

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, CA, C1A 1R6

Employment status: Regular full-time
Position's anticipated start date:

Classification: Nursing Aligned

Salary/Rate of pay: $38.90 (Step 01) - $49.39 (Step 15) dependent on experience

Application requirements: Your up-to-date resume.

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

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Donor Centre Nurse (Registered Nurse) to join our dynamic Donor Centre team in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.

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.

• 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.

• Completion of an 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.

• Paid vacation.
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

• 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 donor centres. Shifts include days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Physical requirements for the role include the ability to lift supplies and equipment in excess of 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.

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.