Regional Blood Transfusion Clinician
Site Lab Admin
Surrey Memorial Labs, Surrey, BC
Surey Memorial Hospital
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of PHSA safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA’s Agencies/Divisions/Services, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety aspects of this position.
The Transfusion Safety Nurse Clinician reports administratively to the Operations Director, Laboratory and Pathology Medicine and works in collaboration with Transfusion Medicine Technical Practice Lead, Transfusion Medicine Division head, and Professional Practice Leaders. Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practices and, scope of practice and code of ethics as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP). Coordinates, develops and plans activities within the organization to ensure sustainable programs are successfully implemented and regularly evaluated for compliance with the CSA Standards for Blood and Blood Components. Provides clinical support to Transfusion Medicine Services, the Division Head, Transfusion Medicine and Professional Practice and Clinical Quality related to Transfusion Medicine and ensures clinical transfusion practices and standards are compliant and consistent throughout the organization.
What you’ll do
- Participate in the operational planning, development, implementation and evaluation of sustainable standards and initiatives related to Transfusion Medicine clinical practice(s) throughout the organization through methods such as providing information based upon specialized transfusion theory/practice, developing communication linkages and advocating on behalf of the program.
- Coordinate the development and implementation of a Blood Transfusion Medicine Quality Management System; integrate and standardize external processes and procedures related to the Laboratory Quality Management Systems utilizing process mapping techniques.
- Collaborate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders by facilitating committee meetings to develop and execute actions plans that address deficiencies and developing communications tools to ensure awareness of initiatives and practice changes related to Transfusion Medicine throughout the organization.
- Under the direction of the Transfusion Medicine Division Head, Transfusion Technical Practice Lead, and with relevant Nursing stakeholders, develops and maintains policies, procedures and guidelines related to the transfusion of blood products to meet relevant standards.
- Provide clinical support to Transfusion Medicine Services, the Regional Transfusion Medicine Division Head and Professional Practice related to Transfusion Medicine; attend to directives that enhance the quality of care and ensure safety of recipients, staff, blood and blood components.
- Coordinate transfusion related initiatives between nursing, medical, and technical staff.
- Coordinate, implement and audit protocols in appropriate clinical areas.
- Provide guidance in transfusion practice including nursing policy and procedures, education, competency maintenance and quality assurance for nursing transfusion programs.
- Participate in relevant programs and professional committees where nursing expertise related to transfusion issues is required. These include, but are not limited to program, network, professional practice, quality committee and the Laboratory Quality Council committees.
- Develop specialized education programs and develops and provide educational activities for nursing students, new nursing employees and established nurses to ensure competency in transfusion practice and coordinates educational initiatives related to safe transfusion practice and transfusion medicine.
- Under the direction of the Transfusion Medicine Division Head, Transfusion Technical Practice Lead, participates in approved nursing and interdisciplinary research and special projects related to transfusion practice. Participation may include study design, data collection, and data interpretation, information summary and reporting.
- Participate actively in regional and provincial nursing resource groups related to transfusion practice such as the Provincial Blood Coordinating Office's (PBCO) and Nursing Resource Group (NRG).
- Participate in incident/adverse event reporting and root cause analysis for Blood Transfusion Medicine, regularly review and report all serious adverse events as required by regulation.
- Maintain and update own knowledge by reviewing current literature and research, accessing educational opportunities, identifying and incorporating new theories/trends to ensure programs are current and reflective of “best practices”.
- Set measurable goals and objectives within a team environment, incorporating the organization’s vision and values, goals and corporate plan.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What you bring
Qualifications
- Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP).
- Five years' recent related experience within an acute care hospital including experience in blood transfusion practice.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts, including supported by significant knowledge of Indigenous-specific mandates, including clear understanding of and commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within health care settings. This involves familiarity and understanding Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within Surrey Memorial Labs contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study - BC Human Rights Code, BC Anti-racism Act and how they intersect across the health care system.
Core Competencies
- Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated initiatives in breaking down barriers and ensuring a safe environment ensuring a sense of belonging to all and informed by Indigenous Cultural Safety.
- Awareness of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (the Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).
Skills & Knowledge
- Comprehensive knowledge of evidence based nursing practice related to medical/surgical transfusion practices within a tertiary level teaching hospital.
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of blood components/products and commitment to safe transfusion practice.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence internal and external stakeholders, provide advice, guidance and education and ensure compliance with standards.
- Demonstrated ability to foster effective working relationships that promote cooperative goal achievement and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain current knowledge of new developments, trends and research in transfusion medicine and recommend/implement best practices
- Demonstrated ability to develop quality indicators in relation to clinical transfusion medicine practices and provide constructive reports based on the results.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare concise and accurate written reports and document procedures and processes for manuals using a variety of computer software applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
- Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Proficiency in intravenous therapy.
- Demonstrated ability to plan strategically, organize and implement programs, procedures and processes.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to teach, provide orientation, conducts presentations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to implement effective problem-solving processes.
- Broad knowledge of research processes and methodology.
- Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and/or continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
- Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.
What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time (Until July 2028 or Until Return of Incumbent)
Wage: $49.20 - $63.47 / Hour
Location: Surrey Memorial Hospital - 13750 96 Ave, Surrey, BC V3V 1Z2
Closing date: Applications accepted until position is filled
Hours of Work: 08:00-16:00, 08:30-16:30, 09:00-17:00, 10:00-18:00, 06:00-14:00, 06:30-14:30, 07:00-15:00, 07:30-15:30 (Rotating) Monday-Friday
Requisition #: 202412E
What we do
Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services (PLMS) provides laboratory testing at 31 sites across the lower mainland and central coast of BC, including acute care hospital laboratories and specialty laboratories.
PLMS is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).
PHSA and PLMS are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
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PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.
One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at [email protected].
Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
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