Vitalant·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The Clinical Specialist will perform advanced therapeutic apheresis procedures such as stem cell, granulocyte, and lymphocyte collections under physician supervision. They are also responsible for monitoring patient status, coordinating procedure necessities, and providing education to patients and their families.
At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide. Work Shift (if applicable): Shift 1 (United States of America)
Vitalant is seeking a Registered Nurse to specialize in Therapeutic Apheresis. If you are customer-focused and impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, an organization created to care, and a team committed to lead – together.
Your Impact as a Registered Nurse is vital.
You will play a pivotal role in Vitalant's life-saving mission by performing advanced clinical procedures, specifically therapeutic apheresis procedures such as stem cell, granulocyte, and lymphocyte collections, all while operating under the supervision of a licensed physician.
What to Expect Schedule Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401K + 5% company match Tuition assistance up to $5k per year Free basic life and AD&D insurance Free short-and-long-term disability insurance Paid time off Employee Resource Groups Recognition and perks As a Registered Nurse, you'll get to Perform all trained procedures.
Process therapeutic orders, coordinate procedure necessities, and contribute to development, implementation and evaluations of methodologies.
Conduct intraoperative procedures under physician supervision, monitoring patient blood loss and assessing apheresis-related patient status.
Provide excellent care to our patients, providing education to patients, donors and families.
Deliver therapeutic interventions or equivalent expertise, (such as infusion, dialysis, or critical care).
Training in apheresis Associates Degree in Nursing or Diploma from an accredited School of Nursing required.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Knowledge of rationale and techniques relating to assigned duties required.
RN license in state of practice required.
Current CPR certification required.
Valid driver's license required.
Candidates must hold an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Diploma from an accredited school, with a Bachelor's degree preferred. A valid RN license in the state of practice, current CPR certification, and a valid driver's license are required.
Market context
Pennsylvania nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, outpatient settings, and long-term care, especially for RNs with current state licensure and BLS certification. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with a BSN and recent medical-surgical experience, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your Pennsylvania RN license, BLS status, and whether your experience matches the unit’s preferred background.