Registered Nurse

Job Description

By carefully supporting donors, the Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) reports to the Plasma Center Manager and works under the guidance of the Center Manager and Center Physician. The role requires commitment to customer service and quality and familiarity with plasma collection regulations.

Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high-quality plasma you collect becomes life-changing medicine. Bio Life Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.

You will determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. The Medical Support Specialist follows guidance from Bio Life Medical Affairs and provides center-level support for environmental, health and safety (EHS).

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education, confidential self‑exclusion, medical history interview, physical examination, blood testing, and review of serological protein electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions and follow SOPs for medical emergencies, develop Center Physician standing orders, and coordinate donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for findings and medical or technical guidance, including donor safety and eligibility.
• Support Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents and determine further evaluation by occupational health/ER, following EHS guidance.
• Act as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations of pandemic threats in the local community.

• High school diploma or equivalent, or graduate equivalent of a recognized nursing program with state requirements.
• Current license or certification in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: RN, NP or PA.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Completion of FDA‑approved training requirements for Bio Life Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting.

We offer a purpose, supportive team, career growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits program—including medical/dental coverage, paid time off, and retirement benefits—in a fast‑paced, friendly environment.

Takeda is transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best‑in‑class patient support programs. We are patient‑focused and committed to improving lives. As a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and promotes excellence. We foster inclusivity and collaboration, striving to bring better health and brighter future worldwide.

Location:

USA – IA – Davenport
U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $23.85 – $32.79
Compensation depends on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and complies with state and local minimum wage requirements.
Benefits include short‑term incentives, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, disability coverage, basic life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, well‑being benefits, sick time (up to 80 hours per year), and vacation (up to 120 hours for new hires).

Takeda is proud of 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 other protected characteristics.

Locations: USA – IA – Davenport
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub‑Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Part time
Job Exempt:
No