Registered Nurse – Plasma Center | Day 1 Benefits!

Takeda • Pittsburgh, PA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as an RN in Pittsburgh, PA! We’re looking for a compassionate nurse to join our team in Pittsburgh, where you'll work alongside dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping others. At our organization, you’ll find more than just a job—you’ll find a supportive, fun, and mission-driven culture where your work truly matters. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your career, we offer a path forward with real opportunities for advancement, including leadership roles. Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high-quality plasma you collect will become life-changing medicines. Here, a commitment to customer service and quality is expected. You will determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. The Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) works under the guidance of the Center Manager for operational guidance and under the management of the Center Physician for medical issues. BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd. The Medical Support Specialist will be familiar with regulations of the plasma collection industry or a manufacturing environment. The Medical Support Specialist follows guidance provided by BioLife Medical Affairs and provides center level support of environmental, health and safety (EHS). As the most advanced technical operations level within Takeda, you are in a non-supervisory position that calls for a profound understanding of technical processes within one's specialty. You typically hold a high school diploma complemented by extensive relevant working experience and any necessary certifications. You will be expected to anticipate trends, connect disparate information, and coordinate activities that may impact areas outside your immediate remit. In this capacity, you will handle complex assignments that necessitate a unique and specialized set of skills, leading not just the workflow but also ensuring the quality of technical processes. Your autonomous working style within established procedures empowers you to propose process enhancements and sometimes operate without predefined methods, guided by experience and organizational guidelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent to including graduate equivalent of 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 (in state of licensure) for basic IV therapy
• Satisfactorily complete the FDA approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including medical history interview, physical examination, and blood testing
• Evaluate donor reactions and manage medical emergencies as outlined in SOPs
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for guidance on medical or technical issues
• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees
• Manage employee incidents and determine if further evaluation is required by occupational health/ER
• Act as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations related to pandemic threats
• Conduct comprehensive medical assessments to determine donor suitability with minimal guidance
• Respond effectively to donor medical emergencies, applying advanced knowledge of emergency care
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for plasma collection and maintains detailed documentation
• Manage health and safety protocols, contributing to a safe environment for both donors and staff
• Perform accurate blood testing and laboratory analysis to assess donor health
• Evaluate physical and medical history to ensure donor eligibility, applying medical knowledge proficiently
• Analyze and interpret laboratory test results, making informed decisions regarding donor suitability
• Maintain accurate medical documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
• Support public health initiatives by participating in vaccination programs and pandemic response efforts
• Provide thorough medical examinations, ensuring donor safety and eligibility
• Utilize medical history effectively to assess donor suitability and manage care
• Communicate effectively with donors and team members, ensuring clarity and understanding of medical processes
• Proper management of informed consent, AIDS education and confidential self-exclusion
• Reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE)
• Follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies including the development of Center Physician's standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities
• Refer to EHS guidance regarding employee incidents

Benefits

• A diverse, welcoming culture where you're treated like family
• No overnight shifts! Enjoy a better work-life balance
• Benefits starting on Day 1
• Debt-Free Education – earn your degree with no out-of-pocket costs
• Paid Training to set you up for success
• Real opportunities to grow your career and move into management
• A chance to save lives and make an impact—without putting your own at risk
• 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
• Up to 80 hours of sick time
• Up to 120 hours of paid vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees