Plasma Center Nurse: Medical Support Specialist

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Lemon Grove (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services, a Takeda Pharmaceutical subsidiary, seeks a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) in Lemon Grove, CA. The role involves determining donor eligibility, managing donor safety events, and coordinating with Center Physicians and Medical Affairs for medical issues.

Requires CA RN/NP/PA licensure, CPR/AED, IV therapy qualification, and 2 years clinical experience. The position supports vaccination programs and EHS guidelines, reporting to the Center Manager.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN/NP/PA in CA
• Graduate of an approved nursing program
• Current CPR and AED certification
• Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy
• FDA-approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility including informed consent, AIDS education, confidential self-exclusion, medical history interview, acceptance requirements, physical exam, blood testing and review of SPE
• Evaluate donor reactions and manage medical emergencies per SOPs, including transport to emergency care facilities
• Refer to Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or medical/technical guidance
• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable
• Manage employee incidents and coordinate with occupational health/ER; assist with pandemic investigations when authorized by EHS

Education

Nursing licensure (RN/NP/PA) in CA

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

BioLife Plasma Services, a Takeda Pharmaceutical subsidiary, seeks a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) in Lemon Grove, CA. The role involves determining donor eligibility, managing donor safety events, and coordinating with Center Physicians and Medical Affairs for medical issues.

Requires CA RN/NP/PA licensure, CPR/AED, IV therapy qualification, and 2 years clinical experience. The position supports vaccination programs and EHS guidelines, reporting to the Center Manager.