Bilingual Plasma Center Nurse - LPN
Company: Biolife Plasma Services
Location: Gilbert
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
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to the best of my knowledge. Job Description This position is
eligible for a $3000 Sign On Bonus 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. OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE The Bilingual
Spanish speaking Medical Support Specialist helps to support our
donors, including our Spanish speaking donors, by providing all
Medical Support Specialist job duties to our donor populations.,.
The Bilingual Spanish speaking 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%) Helps to support the
overall success of BioLife's end to end donation process and helps
to champion BioLife's en Espanol initiative Helps to communicate
and provide support to all donors, including Spanish speaking
donors to ensure a seamless and exemplary donation experience
Communicates to all donors, including Spanish speaking donors,
written and verbally, including support in communicating important
medical terminology in both Spanish and English, as needed
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. May be
asked to help translate or facilitate communication with Spanish
speaking donors and other BioLife team members. 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: Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse (LPN or LVN)
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External
Defibrillator (AED) certification required Must speak, read, and
write fluent English and Spanish and successfully pass BioLife's
Spanish proficiency test upon hire Fulfilment 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 with 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.
Currently licensed or certified in the state where duties will be
assigned: Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse (LPN or LVN)
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification
required Ability to fluently and proficiently speak and read in
both English and Spanish 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. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: 401(k)
401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee
assistance program Flexible schedule Free parking Health insurance
Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Referral program Vision
insurance Standard shift: Day shift Weekly schedule: Monday to
Friday Weekend availability Education: High school or equivalent
(Required) License/Certification: LVN/LPN (Required) Work Location:
In person BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary We understand
compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step
in your career. W e are committed to equitable pay for all
employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay
practices. For Location: USA - AZ - Mesa U.S. Hourly Wage Range:
$25.00 - $34.38 The estimated hourly wage range reflects an
anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered
may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of
the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant
experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained
, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the
location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will
be performing the job. The actual hourly wage offered will be in
accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the
job location. U.S. based e mployees may be eligible for short-term
incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in
medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match,
short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance,
a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company
holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based
employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80
hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120
hours of paid vacation. 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 - AZ -
Mesa Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full
time
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