Bilingual Licensed Practical Nurse

BioLife Plasma Services; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 37,029 - 50,916; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteer time off

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services is seeking a Medical Support Specialist in Joliet, IL. The role involves determining donor eligibility, managing donor reactions during the plasma donation process, and complying with health and safety regulations. Candidates must be licensed in the state as an LPN or LVN, possess CPR certification, and ideally have two years of experience in a clinical setting. Comprehensive benefits and a competitive pay range of $26.88 – $36.96 per hour are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid state LPN or LVN license required.
• Two years of clinical or hospital experience required.
• Completion of FDA-approved training for Medical Support Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility through health assessments and testing.
• Manage donor reactions and coordinate emergency services.
• Consult with medical teams for technical issues.

Skills

Licensed practical nurse (LPN) or licensed vocational nurse (LVN)

Current CPR and AED certification

Basic IV therapy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate level nursing program certification

Job description

Job Description

About the role: You will be a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) working under the guidance of a Center Manager or Assistant Manager, performing donor eligibility determinations and managing donor adverse events. You will review laboratory test results and notify donors of unsuitable results, support plasma center operations, and comply with industry regulations and environmental, health, and safety (EHS) guidelines.

Schedule Requirements

This role requires availability for nights and weekends. Standard coverage hours are 5:00am–9:00pm on weekdays and 6:00am–5:00pm on weekends.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, health history interview, physical examination, blood testing and review of serological protein electrophoresis (SPE).
• Manage donor reactions as outlined in SOPs, applying medical emergency procedures and coordinating transport to emergency facilities.
• Consult with the Center Physician or Medical Affairs regarding unacceptable findings or medical/technical issues.
• Support Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents; determine need for further evaluation by occupational health/ER and follow EHS guidance.
• Act as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS to investigate local pandemic threats.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or graduate level of a recognized nursing program with state requirements.
• Currently licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: LPN or LVN.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Completion of FDA‑approved training requirements for the BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay: $26.88 – $36.96 per hour, based on experience, qualifications and fit for the role. Hourly wage range reflects anticipated revenue; actual offer may vary with qualifications and location. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, well‑being benefits. U.S. employees may receive up to 80 hours of sick time and new hires up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

Location

USA – IL – Joliet

EEO Statement

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