Plasma Center Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Job Description:

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• Comprehensive benefits starting on Day 1 – because your well‑being matters
• On‑demand pay – access a portion of your earned wages before payday
• Debt‑free education opportunities
• Paid training – we’ll set you up for success from day one
• Career growth and advancement opportunities – build your future here

Bio Life Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd. Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high‑quality plasma you collect will become life‑changing medicines. A commitment to customer service and quality is expected.

As a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse), you will support plasma center operations. You will determine donor eligibility and manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. You work under the guidance of the Center Manager and, for medical issues, under the management of the Center Physician.

• You will determine donor eligibility; this includes proper management of informed consent, AIDS education and confidential self‑exclusion, medical history interview and acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and review of serological protein electrophoresis (SPE).
• You will evaluate donor reactions occurring at the facility as outlined in the SOPs, follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies, aid in the development of the Center Physician’s standing orders, and arrange donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• You will refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs when unacceptable findings occur or when medical or technical guidance is required, ensuring donor safety and eligibility.
• You will support the Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees, when applicable.
• You will manage employee incidents and determine whether further evaluation is required by occupational health or ER, referring to EHS guidance as needed.
• You may serve as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS, supporting investigations related to pandemic threats within the local community.

• High school diploma or equivalent, including a graduate‑equivalent recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
• Current license or certification in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: LPN or LVN.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy in the state of licensure.
• Successful completion of FDA‑approved training requirements for Bio Life Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

We offer a purpose you can believe in, a supportive team, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical/dental coverage, paid time off, retirement benefits, and more in a fast‑paced, friendly environment.

Location:

USA – WI – Onalaska, U.S.Hourly wage range: $24.32 – $33.44. The actual wage offered will be based on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and will comply with minimum wage requirements. U.S. employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits.

Sick time and paid vacation accrue as described.

Takeda is proud of 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, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.