Plasma Center Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Overview

Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) at Bio Life Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda. You will work in plasma center operations, report to the Plasma Center Manager (or Assistant Manager as applicable), and support center functions under the guidance of the Center Physician for medical issues. Bio Life Plasma Services collects high-quality plasma for life-changing medicines, with a focus on customer service and quality.

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education and confidential self-exclusion, medical history interview and acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions and manage medical emergencies following SOPs, including development of Center Physician's standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs when providing unacceptable findings to donors or guidance on medical or technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility.
• Support vaccination programs for employees as applicable (Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu).
• Manage and assess employee incidents, determining whether further evaluation by occupational health/ER is required; follow EHS guidance for incidents.
• Act as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and assist investigations related to pandemic threats within the local community as directed by EHS or Medical Affairs.

• High school diploma or equivalent, including graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
• Currently licensed or certified as LPN or LVN in the state where responsibilities will be assigned.
• 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 Bio Life Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years of clinical or hospital experience.

Every day at Takeda, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. At Bio Life, while you focus on our donors, we will support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program including medical/dental, paid time off and retirement benefits in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best-in-class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that aims to inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work. We are proud of our Global Top Employer status, fostering an inclusive, collaborative workplace united by a commitment to Better Health and a Brighter Future.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees and strive for transparency in our pay practices.

USA - IN - Kokomo

$23.85 - $32.79

The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. Actual wage offered depends on qualifications, experience, skills, and location in which the applicant will perform the job, and will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements.

Eligible for short-term incentives and benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits. New hires may accruals up to 120 hours of paid vacation and up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year.

Takeda is committed 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, veteran status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable laws.

• Worker Type:
  Employee
• Worker Sub-Type:
  Regular
• Time Type:
  Full time
• Job Exempt:
  No