Plasma Center Registered Nurse (BSN)
About The Position
BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd., is seeking a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support plasma center operations. In this role, you will determine donor eligibility, manage adverse events, review lab results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. You will work under the guidance of the Center Manager for operations and the Center Physician for medical issues, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and BioLife Medical Affairs guidance. This position also supports environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives within the center.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, including a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
- Currently licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician Assistant (PA).
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification.
- Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy.
- Satisfactorily complete FDA-approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
- Two years in a clinical or hospital setting.
Responsibilities
- Determine donor eligibility, including managing informed consent, AIDS education, confidential self-exclusion, medical history interviews, acceptance requirements, physical examinations, blood testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
- Evaluate donor reactions as outlined in SOPs and follow SOPs for medical emergencies, including standing orders and transport to emergency care facilities.
- Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings, medical/technical guidance, and donor safety/eligibility concerns.
- Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees.
- Manage employee incidents and determine the need for further evaluation by occupational health/ER, referring to EHS guidance.
- Act as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations related to pandemic threats as indicated by EHS or Medical Affairs.
Benefits
- Medical/dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement benefits
- 401(k) plan and company match
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid volunteer time off
- Company holidays
- Well-being benefits
- Daily pay option
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
