Biolife Licensed Practical Nurse - Lenexa, KS
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited., Lenexa, KS, United States
Job Description
You will determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable results. The Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) reports to the Plasma Center Manager and operates under the guidance of the Center Physician for medical issues.
The role includes supporting plasma center operations and ensuring compliance with plasma collection regulations and EHS guidelines.
Responsibilities
Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education, medical history interview, physical examination, blood testing, and review of serological protein electrophoresis (SPE).
Evaluate donor reactions as outlined in SOPs and follow SOPs for medical emergencies, including development of Center Physician's standing orders and transporting donors to emergency care.
Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or medical/technical guidance.
Support hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees.
Manage employee incidents and determine if further evaluation is required by occupational health/ER, following EHS guidance.
Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS, supporting investigations of pandemic threats in the local community.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent, including graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
Current nursing license or certification in the state of assignment (LPN or LVN).
Current CPR and AED certification.
Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
Completion of FDA approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
Minimum two years in a clinical or hospital setting.
Benefits
Medical/dental coverage, paid time off, retirement benefits, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, well-being benefits, 80 hours sickness time, 120 hours vacation for new hires.
U.S. based employees may also be eligible for short-term incentives.
Compensation
Hourly wage range: $24.32 - $33.44 depending on qualifications.
Location
USA - KS - Lenexa
Work Details
Worker Type: Employee
Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Job Exempt: No
EEO Statement
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.
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You will determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable results. The Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) reports to the Plasma Center Manager and operates under the guidance of the Center Physician for medical issues.
The role includes supporting plasma center operations and ensuring compliance with plasma collection regulations and EHS guidelines.
Responsibilities
Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education, medical history interview, physical examination, blood testing, and review of serological protein electrophoresis (SPE).
Evaluate donor reactions as outlined in SOPs and follow SOPs for medical emergencies, including development of Center Physician's standing orders and transporting donors to emergency care.
Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or medical/technical guidance.
Support hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees.
Manage employee incidents and determine if further evaluation is required by occupational health/ER, following EHS guidance.
Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS, supporting investigations of pandemic threats in the local community.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent, including graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
Current nursing license or certification in the state of assignment (LPN or LVN).
Current CPR and AED certification.
Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
Completion of FDA approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
Minimum two years in a clinical or hospital setting.
Benefits
Medical/dental coverage, paid time off, retirement benefits, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, well-being benefits, 80 hours sickness time, 120 hours vacation for new hires.
U.S. based employees may also be eligible for short-term incentives.
Compensation
Hourly wage range: $24.32 - $33.44 depending on qualifications.
Location
USA - KS - Lenexa
Work Details
Worker Type: Employee
Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Job Exempt: No
EEO Statement
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.
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