LPN Humble, TX

BioLife Plasma Services; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 33,503 - 46,066; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services in Humble, Texas, is hiring a Medical Support Specialist to oversee donor eligibility and medical emergencies in a fast-paced plasma donation center.

As a key player in ensuring the safety of donations, you will evaluate donor reactions, manage vaccination programs, and support staff incidents. Candidates should have an LPN or LVN certification, CPR certification, and relevant clinical experience.

This full-time position offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current state license or certification as LPN or LVN is mandatory.
• Completion of FDA approved training for Medical Support Specialist is needed.
• At least 2 years of experience in a clinical or hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility and handle medical interviews.
• Evaluate donor reactions and manage medical emergencies according to SOPs.
• Coordinate donor transport to emergency care facilities if needed.
• Support vaccination programs for staff.
• Manage employee incidents with occupational health guidance.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when required.

Skills

Donor eligibility assessment

Emergency medical procedure compliance

Patient interaction

Basic IV therapy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State license or certification: LPN or LVN

Current CPR and AED certification

Two years in a clinical or hospital setting

Job description

Job Description

Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high-quality plasma you collect will become life‑changing medicines. Here, a commitment to customer service and quality is expected. You will report to the Plasma Center Manager and will perform as a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support plasma center operations. BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.

About the Role

Determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. Work under the guidance of the Center Manager and under the management of the Center Physician.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education, self‑exclusion, medical history interview, physical examination, blood testing, and review of Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).


• Evaluate donor reactions in accordance with SOPs and follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies, including developing Center Physician’s standing orders and coordinating donor transport to emergency care facilities.


• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or guidance concerning medical or technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility.


• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.


• Manage employee incidents and decide on further evaluation 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, as indicated by EHS or Medical Affairs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, including graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.


• Current state license or certification: LPN or LVN.


• Current CPR and AED certification.


• Basic IV therapy certification, fulfilling state requisites.


• Complete 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 team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program including medical/dental, paid time off, and retirement benefits. You may also be eligible for short‑term incentives, 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 receive up to 80 hours of sick time and new hires accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

Compensation

U.S. Hourly Wage: $24.32 – $33.44. Compensation depends on qualifications, experience, skill, education, certifications, and location. Wages comply with state or local minimum wage requirements.

Location

USA – TX – Humble

Job Type

Employee (Regular, Full time)

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.