Plasma Center Nurse- LPN

Takeda is recruiting a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support our Plasma Donation Center operations. The role is full‑time with eligibility for a $5,000 sign‑on bonus.

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education, medical history interview, acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and review of Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• Manage donor adverse events and review laboratory test results.
• Notify donors of unsuitable test results and refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for medical or technical issues.
• Follow standard operating procedures for medical emergencies, including developing Center Physician standing orders and transporting donors to emergency care facilities.
• Support Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents and evaluate need for occupational health/ER assessment.
• Serve as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) and support investigations of pandemic threats within the local community.

• High school diploma or equivalent; or graduate‑level registered nursing program with state requirements.
• Current licensure or certification in the state of assignment (LPN or LVN).
• Basic IV therapy competence as required by state licensing.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Complete FDA‑approved training for Bio Life Medical Support Specialist.
• Minimum two years of clinical or hospital experience.

• Purpose‑driven work supporting life‑changing medicines.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for career growth.
• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement options.

• Location:
  
  USA – Iowa – Cedar Falls.
• Hourly wage range: $23.04 – $31.68 (may vary based on qualifications, experience, and location).
• Eligibility for short‑term incentives, 401(k) plan with company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and wellbeing benefits.
• Up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year; new hires accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

Takeda is proud of its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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.

Takeda is an equal opportunity employer and “no‑harassment” workplace. For more information, please visit the company website.