Plasma Center Nurse
Company: BioLife
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: February 24, 2021
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DescriptionMedical Support Specialist ? RN About 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%)* 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 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 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 preferredADDITIONAL INFORMATION* FLSA Classification (US) -
Non-Exempt* Other duties and responsibilities as
assigned.LocationsUSA - TX - Universal CityWorker
TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time
Keywords: BioLife, San Antonio , Plasma Center Nurse, Healthcare , San Antonio, Texas
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