Plasma Center Nurse - RN
About the role
You will report to the Plasma Center Manager and perform as a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support plasma center operations. The role involves determining donor eligibility, managing donor adverse events, reviewing laboratory test results, and notifying donors of unsuitable test results. You will work under the guidance of the Center Manager (or Assistant Manager) for operational direction and under the Center Physician for medical issues, following BioLife Medical Affairs guidance and providing center‑level support for environmental, health, and safety (EHS).
Responsibilities
- 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 according to SOPs and manage them, including following SOPs for medical emergencies and coordinating donor transport to emergency care facilities.
- Refer donors to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or guidance on medical/technical issues, ensuring donor safety and eligibility.
- Support Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.
- Manage employee incidents, determining if further evaluation by occupational health/ER is required, and follow EHS guidance for such incidents.
- Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS, supporting investigations related to pandemic threats in the local community.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
- Current licensure or certification in the state of assignment: Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician Assistant (PA).
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification.
- Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
- Successful completion of FDA‑approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
- Minimum two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical and dental coverage.
- Paid time off.
- Retirement benefits.
- Opportunities for career growth within a purpose‑driven organization.
- Fast‑paced, friendly work environment.
Pay
Hourly wage range: $22.80 – $31.35. The actual wage offered may vary based on qualifications, experience, unique skills, education, certifications, and location, and will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements.
Location and Employment Details
Location: Spring, Texas, USA.
Worker type: Employee (Regular).
Time type: Full‑time.
Exempt status: Non‑exempt.