Plasma Center Nurse - LPN

Job Description

Plasma Center Nurse (Medical Support Specialist) at Bio Life Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company.

The role supports the day‑to‑day operations of a plasma donation center, reporting to the Plasma Center Manager and operating under the guidance of the Center Physician.

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, medical history interview, physical examination, blood testing, and review of serological protein electrophoresis.
• Manage donor adverse events, evaluate donor reactions, and follow SOPs for medical emergencies.
• Notify donors of unsuitable test results and refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for guidance on medical or technical issues.
• Support hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents, coordinate with occupational health/ER, and follow EHS guidance.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations of pandemic threats.

• High school diploma or equivalent, or graduate‑level recognized nursing program with state requirements.
• Licensed or certified LPN or LVN in the state of assignment.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Completion of FDA‑approved training for Bio Life Medical Support Specialist.
• Minimum of two years in a clinical or hospital setting.

• $5,000 sign‑on bonus.
• Competitive hourly wage: $24.32–$33.44 (varies by qualifications and experience).
• Eligibility for short‑term incentives.
• Health, dental, vision insurance and other benefits including 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, paid vacation, sick time, and well‑being benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays.
• Paid sick leave: up to 80 hours per calendar year; new hires accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

Takeda is proud in 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 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, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Location:

USA – IA – Waterloo
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub‑Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Part time
Job Exempt:
No