Plasma Center Nurse- RN

Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse)

As a critical member of the Plasma Center team, you will ensure donor safety, monitor donor eligibility, and coordinate with medical and environmental teams to support daily plasma collection operations.

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, medical history interview, physical examination, and laboratory testing.
• Manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable results.
• Conduct Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE) reviews and assess donor reactions per SOPs.
• Follow SOPs for medical emergencies, including developing Center Physician standing orders and coordinating donor transport to emergency care.
• Coordinate with Center Physician and Medical Affairs for medical or technical issues and for communicating unacceptable findings to donors.
• Assist with employee health programs such as Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination and evaluate employee incidents for further evaluation by occupational health.
• Act as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) and support investigations related to pandemic threats.
• Provide center‑level support for Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) guidance.

• High school diploma or equivalent, including graduation from a recognized nursing program with state requirements.
• Current state licensure or certification as a Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician Assistant (PA).
• Certified in CPR and AED.
• Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Successfully complete FDA‑approved Bio Life Medical Support Specialist training.
• Minimum two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

• Location:
  
  USA – Iowa – Des Moines
• Hourly wage range: $33.44 – $45.98, dependent on qualifications and experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, including sick leave and vacation.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Basic life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, and well‑being benefits.

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