NURSING IS HARD WORK. BUT IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE.

At BioLife, nursing can be a challenging, yet fulfilling career. Nursing careers at BioLife are different from many other nursing careers. Here, our Plasma Center Nurses screen and advise donors to ensure they are in good health to donate plasma. In turn, that plasma is used to create lifesaving and life-sustaining therapies received by hundreds of thousands of people with rare and complex diseases.

As a Plasma Center Nurse, you get to know our donors while working in a modern, fast-paced, yet laid-back environment. You’ll work alongside friendly teammates who share your dedication to saving lives, and be a part of a supportive, fun culture. You can build a lasting career with us and there are opportunities to advance to management.

Nursing doesn’t have to be hard work—at BioLife, it can be a career you love.

What we offer:

• A diverse culture where you are treated like family!
• No overnight shifts!
• Tuition Reimbursement!
• Paid Training!
• Advancement opportunities!
• A chance to make a difference and save lives without risking your own!

Click the link to apply directly:

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OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE

The Medical Support Specialist determines donor eligibility to donate plasma, management of donor adverse events, review of laboratory test results, donor notification of unsuitable test results. The Medical Support Specialist works under the direct supervision of the Center Manager (or Assistant Manager as applicable) for operational guidance and under the supervision of the Center Physician for medical issues. Ideally, the Medical Support Specialist will be familiar with regulations of the plasma collection industry and/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).

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Donor Eligibility (85%)
• Determine donor eligibility accurately and in a timely manner, to include, proper management of informed consent, AIDS education and confidential self-exclusion, medical history interview and acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE) as required.
• Evaluate and manage donor reaction(s), which occurs at the facility as outlined in the SOPs. Follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies including the execution of Center Physician’s standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Manage donor deferral; reviews test results and notify donors of unsuitable test results per applicable SOPs.
• Initiation and investigation of Post Donation Information (PDI).
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs (as applicable) when in need of providing unacceptable findings to donors, problem solving, or guidance concerning medical or technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility.
• Demonstrate continued competency in the performance of job responsibilities and complete periodic assessment with the Center Physician per applicable SOPs.
• Assist the EHS program as required per SOPs or as requested by the EHS Manager (5%)
• Conduct pre-placement evaluation of new hires to include assessment of medical history questionnaire.
• Support the Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.
• Maintain applicable employee medical records.
• Member of EHS site committee and assist in training of employees, as required.
• Manage employee incidents and determine whether further evaluation is required by occupational health/ER. Refer to EHS guidance regarding employee incidents.
• Administer first aid to employees as needed.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS.
• Supports investigations associated with pandemic threats within local community as indicated by EHS or Medical Affairs.
• May perform all required duties in the area of Medical History (including, but not limited to): (10%)
• Greet donors as they enter and exit the donor floor.
• Take and record donor pulse, blood pressure, and temperature measures and monitor the electronic donor questionnaire system.
• Perform finger stick, test sample, and record other donor measures including hematocrit, total protein and weight.

Enter donor information into the Donor Information System (DIS).

Interaction

• Responsible for providing exceptional customer service to donors (external) and fellow employees (internal)
• Attend staff meetings and other team meetings as required.
• Ability to multi-task and work as a team player.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Effective coaching and counseling skills.

Innovation

• Coordinates will all other center roles to effectively problem solve, ensure safety of staff and donors, and provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Supports the center management team in identifying operational opportunities for continuous improvement, initiating changes to center processes as needed, through use of company approved procedures (including but not limited to 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen).

Complexity

• Maintain general cleanliness of work area and assisted other work areas as needed to ensure a clean and professional environment.
• Willingness to travel preferred. (less than 10%)

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

Essential: Graduate of a recognized educational program.

Desired:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years in a clinical or hospital setting is preferred.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FLSA Classification (US) - Non-Exempt
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• LPN/LVN (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ames, IA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person