Plasma Center Nurse - RN
Company: Takeda
Location: Tyler
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
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to the best of my knowledge.Job DescriptionAbout BioLife Plasma
ServicesEvery day at BioLife, we feel good knowing that what we do
helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you
focus on our donors, we'll support you. We offer a purpose you can
believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career
growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced,
friendly environment.BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.OBJECTIVES/PURPOSEThe Medical
Support Specialist determines donor eligibility to donate plasma,
management of donor adverse events, review of laboratory test
results, donor notification of unsuitable test results. The Medical
Support Specialist works under the direct supervision of the Center
Manager (or Assistant Manager as applicable) for operational
guidance and under the supervision of the Center Physician for
medical issues. Ideally, the Medical Support Specialist will be
familiar with regulations of the plasma collection industry and/or
a manufacturing environment. The Medical Support Specialist follows
guidance provided by BioLife Medical Affairs and provides center
level support of environmental, health and safety
(EHS).ACCOUNTABILITIES--- Donor Eligibility (85%)o Determine donor
eligibility accurately and in a timely manner, to include, proper
management of informed consent, AIDS education and confidential
self-exclusion, medical history interview and acceptance
requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and reviewing
Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE) as required.o Evaluate
and manage donor reaction(s), which occurs at the facility as
outlined in the SOPs. Follow applicable SOPs for medical
emergencies including the execution of Center Physician's standing
orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.o Manage
donor deferral; reviews test results and notify donors of
unsuitable test results per applicable SOPs.o Initiation and
investigation of Post Donation Information (PDI).o Refer to the
Center Physician or Medical Affairs (as applicable) when in need of
providing unacceptable findings to donors, problem solving, or
guidance concerning medical or technical issues, including donor
safety and eligibility.o Demonstrate continued competency in the
performance of job responsibilities and complete periodic
assessment with the Center Physician per applicable SOPs.--- Assist
the EHS program as required per SOPs or as requested by the EHS
Manager (5%)o Conduct pre-placement evaluation of new hires to
include assessment of medical history questionnaire.Page 2 of 3 Job
Description/ Role Profileo Support the Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu
vaccination programs for employees as applicable.o Maintain
applicable employee medical records.o Member of EHS site committee
and assist in training of employees, as required.o Manage employee
incidents and determine whether further evaluation is required by
occupational health/ER. Refer to EHS guidance regarding employee
incidents.o Administer first aid to employees as needed.o Act as
Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS.o Supports
investigations associated with pandemic threats within local
community as indicated by EHS or Medical Affairs.--- May perform
all required duties in the area of Medical History (including, but
not limited to): (10%)o Greet donors as they enter and exit the
donor floor.o Take and record donor pulse, blood pressure, and
temperature measures and monitor electronic donor questionnaire
system.o Perform finger stick, test sample, and record other donor
measures to include hematocrit, total protein and weight.Enter
donor information into the Donor Information System
(DIS).DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTSTechnical/Functional (Line)
Expertise--- Currently licensed or certified in the state where
duties will be assigned: Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner
(NP), Physician Assistant (PA).--- Current Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification required--- Fulfillment
of state requirements (in state of licensure) for basic IV
therapy--- Able to satisfactorily complete the FDA approved
training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist---
Minimum of two years in a clinical or hospital setting preferred---
Effective communication skills--- Detail-oriented--- Customer
service oriented--- Basic computer skills--- Willingness to work
with other Center Medical Team members to ensure coverage of all
operating hoursLeadership--- Integrity--- Fairness--- Honesty---
Perseverance--- Putting the patient at the center--- Building trust
with society--- Reinforcing our reputation--- Developing the
business--- Effective coaching and counseling
skills.Decision-making and Autonomy--- Routinely makes decisions
determining donor eligibility.--- Seeks guidance from Center
Physician and Center Management (including Quality) for medium to
high im- pact decisions and urgent matters.--- Regularly advises
and consults with donors/customers (External)--- Coordinates with
Center Management team and Quality to ensure successful operation
standards are met (Internal)Interaction--- Responsible for
providing exceptional customer service to donors (external) and
fellow employees (internal)--- Attend staff meetings and other team
meetings as required.--- Ability to multi-task and work as a team
player.--- Attention to detail and ability to work independently---
Effective coaching and counseling skills.Job Description/ Role
ProfileInnovation--- Coordinates will all other center roles to
effectively problem solve, ensure safety of staff and donors, and
provide an exceptional customer experience.--- Supports the center
management team in identifying operational opportunities for
continuous improvement, initiating changes to center processes as
needed, through use of company approved procedures (including but
not limited to 5S, Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen).Complexity---
Maintain general cleanliness of work area and assist other work
areas as needed to ensure a clean and professional environment.---
Willingness to travel preferred. (less than 10%)EDUCATION,
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:Essential: Bachelor's Degree,
or equivalent graduate of a recognized educational nursing
program.Desired: Minimum of two years in a clinical or hospital
setting preferredADDITIONAL INFORMATION--- FLSA Classification (US)
- Non-Exempt--- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.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. LocationsUSA - TX - TylerWorker TypeEmployeeWorker
Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time
Keywords: Takeda, Tyler , Plasma Center Nurse - RN, Healthcare , Tyler, Texas
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