Plasma Center Nurse- RN

BioLife Plasma Services; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 46,066 - 63,342; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services in Denton, TX is seeking a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support operations by determining donor eligibility and managing donor events. This role requires ensuring donor safety, and providing medical support under supervision.

The ideal candidate will have valid nursing credentials, experience in clinical settings, and a dedication to maintaining health standards. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.
• Current license or certification in the state of assignment.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility and manage donor adverse events.
• Provide medical support and guidance under Center Manager.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized.

Skills

Clinical setting experience

Assessment of donor eligibility

CPR and AED certification

Basic IV therapy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current RN, NP or PA license

Completion of FDA-approved training

Job description

Job Description

Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) supports plasma center operations at BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda. The role involves ensuring donor eligibility, managing donor adverse events, reviewing laboratory test results, and providing medical support under the guidance of Center Manager and Center Physician.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, medical history interview, acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and reviewing serological protein electrophoresis (SPE).
• Manage donor adverse events, evaluating donor reactions and following SOPs for medical emergencies.
• Provide guidance on donor safety and eligibility, consulting Center Physician or Medical Affairs as necessary.
• Support Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents and coordinate evaluation by occupational health/ER when required.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized, supporting investigations associated with pandemic threats.
• Provide center‑level support for environmental, health and safety (EHS) and support investigations in partnership with EHS or Medical Affairs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
• Current license or certification in the state of assignment: Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Completion of FDA‑approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Basic life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits.
• Up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year; new hires accrue up to 120 hours paid vacation.

Compensation and Benefits Summary

Hourly wage range: $33.44 – $45.98. Actual wage may vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives.

Location

USA – TX – Denton

Hourly Wage Range

$33.44 – $45.98

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.

Worker Information

• Worker Type: Employee
• Worker Sub‑Type: Regular
• Time Type: Full time
• Job Exempt: No