Licensed Practical Nurse

BioLife Plasma Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,266 - 48,491; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental coverage

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services in Milwaukee is seeking a Medical Support Specialist to determine donor eligibility for plasma donation, manage medical events, and provide support for vaccination programs. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent with current LPN or LVN certification.

Key duties include conducting medical evaluations, emergency response, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. The position offers competitive hourly wages, flexible scheduling, and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or completion of recognized educational nursing program.
• Current licensure or certification in the assigned state: LPN or LVN.
• Success in FDA-approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility and manage informed consent.
• Conduct medical history interviews and physical examinations.
• Evaluate donor reactions and coordinate emergency care.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Patient evaluation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current licensure or certification as LPN or LVN

Current CPR and AED certification

Basic IV therapy state requirements

Job description

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Job Description

This position offers flexible scheduling with a minimum of 30 hours per week. Candidates should be able to adapt to varying business needs while maintaining consistent weekly hours.

About the role

You will determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable results. You will work under the guidance of the Center Manager (or Assistant Manager as applicable) and under the management of the Center Physician for medical issues. You will follow guidance provided by BioLife Medical Affairs and provide center‑level support of environmental, health and safety (EHS).

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including proper management of informed consent, AIDS education, and confidential self‑exclusion.
• Conduct medical history interviews and acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and review Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions, following SOPs for medical emergencies and coordinating transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or guidance concerning medical or technical issues.
• Support the 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 and support investigations related to pandemic threats within the local community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
• Current licensure 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.
• Successful completion of FDA‑approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting.

Benefits

We offer a purpose you can believe in, a supportive team, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program including medical/dental coverage, paid time off, and retirement benefits.

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.

Location & Compensation

USA – WI – Milwaukee
U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $25.60 - $35.20 per hour. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on qualifications, experience, and location, and will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives, 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. U.S. based employees are also eligible to accrue up to 80 hours of sick time and new hires up to 120 hours of paid vacation.