Education Requirements:
Graduation from a recognized educational program such as nursing, or physician assistant, or the equivalent (generally LPN, RNs, Physician’s Assistant, and Paramedic).
Experience Requirements:
One to two years experience in the hospital or field care. Experience in a plasma center environment is a plus.
Other Essential Knowledge:
Current licensure or certification as required by state law ). Current certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Ability to make and analyze a physical assessment of heart, lung sounds, signs of drug use, etc. Ability to instruct donors, staff, and community regarding plasma donation program, and teach donors regarding risks and health issues. Ability to utilize necessary equipment such as pen light, reflex hammer, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff. Ability to work with many types of people in a positive way. Mathematical ability includes basic mathematical functions. Ability to obtain computer experience within six months.