Registered Nurse (RN) Immediate Benefits - North Las Vegas Location
Company: Biolife Plasma Services
Location: North Las Vegas
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
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to the best of my knowledge. Job Description About BioLife Plasma
Services Every 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. The starting rate for this
position is $31.50/Hour. Employee may be eligible for Short Term
and/or Long Term incentive benefits. Employees may also be eligible
to participate in Medical, Dental. Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k),
Charitable Contribution Match, Company Holidays, Personal &
Vacation Days, Student Loan Repayment Program and Paid Volunteer
Time Off OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE The Donor Intake Nurse (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%) 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. 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. Manage donor
deferral; reviews test results and notify donors of unsuitable test
results per applicable SOPs. Initiation and investigation of Post
Donation Information (PDI). 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. 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%) Conduct
pre-placement evaluation of new hires to include assessment of
medical history questionnaire. Support the Hepatitis B and Seasonal
Flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable. Maintain
applicable employee medical records. Member of EHS site committee
and assist in training of employees, as required. Manage employee
incidents and determine whether further evaluation is required by
occupational health/ER. Refer to EHS guidance regarding employee
incidents. Administer first aid to employees as needed. Act as
Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS. 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%) Greet donors as they enter and exit the donor
floor. Take and record donor pulse, blood pressure, and temperature
measures and monitor electronic donor questionnaire system. 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
ASPECTS Technical/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 hours Leadership 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 impact 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. Innovation
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
preferred ADDITIONAL 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. Locations USA - NV - Las Vegas - North Worker Type Employee
Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time
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