LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Compensation & Sign‑On Bonus

Starting at $30/hr with a $2,500 sign‑on bonus. Full‑time and part‑time schedules are available.

You will work as a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) reporting to the Plasma Center Manager. The role includes determining donor eligibility, managing donor adverse events, reviewing laboratory test results, and notifying donors of unsuitable results. The Specialist provides support under the guidance of the Center Manager and the Center Physician and follows industry regulations and EHS guidelines.

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education, self‑exclusion, medical history interview, physical exam, blood testing, and review of Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions as outlined in SOPs, following SOPs for medical emergencies, including standing orders and transport to emergency care.
• Consult with the Center Physician or Medical Affairs on medical/technical issues, donor safety, and eligibility.
• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents and assess need for further evaluation by occupational health/ER, following EHS guidance.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations into pandemic threats.

• High school diploma or an equivalent nursing program with state requirements.
• Licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned (LPN or LVN).
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfilled state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Completed FDA‑approved training for Bio Life Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting.

At Takeda, we offer a purpose, a supportive team, career growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical/dental, paid time off, and retirement benefits.

We are committed to equitable pay. The U.S. hourly wage range is $23.85 - $32.79. The actual wage offered may depend on qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location. U.S.

-based employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) plan, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, holidays, and well‑being benefits.

USA - IA - Ames

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 any other protected veteran in accordance with applicable laws.