Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN - 2nd shift and Weekends

Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse)

Location:

USA – IN – Fort Wayne – Coldwater Rd.

Compensation: U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $24.32 – $33.44. Pay may vary based on qualifications, experience, and location.

• Determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, including management of informed consent, AIDS education, confidential self‑exclusion, medical history interview, acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• Manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable results.
• Evaluate donor reactions as outlined in SOPs; follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies, including development of Center Physician’s standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Consult with Center Physician or Medical Affairs on medical/technical findings and donor safety eligibility.
• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents and determine need for further evaluation by occupational health/ER; refer to EHS guidance regarding employee incidents.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations of pandemic threats within the local community.
• Provide center‑level support for environmental, health and safety (EHS).

• High school diploma or equivalent; or graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
• Currently licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: LPN or LVN.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification.
• Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Complete FDA‑approved training requirements for Bio Life Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

• Medical/dental, vision insurance; 401(k) plan with company match.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage; basic life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits.
• Up to 80 hours of sick time and up to 120 hours of paid vacation (new hires).

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