Registered Nurse
Amherst, NY
RN · General
Posted Jun 18
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Join Us at Our Amherst Job Fair!
Stop by our Amherst KedPlasma center to meet the hiring team and interview the same day.
April 30 (2:00 PM–6:00 PM) | May 1 (8:00 AM - 12:00PM)
20 Northpointe Parkway, Suite 160, Amherst, NY 14228
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Walk‑ins welcome. Bring your resume and be ready to interview.
Are you a healthcare professional (RN) looking to make a difference in a unique clinical setting? Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring donor safety and supporting the plasma donation process. This is a great opportunity to apply your clinical expertise in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
When you join our team, you’ll be responsible for evaluating donor eligibility, managing medical incidents, and supporting the overall health and safety of donors. You’ll work closely with the Center Medical Director and other team members to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and provide a positive donor experience.
What You'll Do
- Perform physical exams and assess donor eligibility for plasmapheresis and immunization programs.
- Review donor health history and lab results to determine suitability, consulting with the Center Medical Director as needed.
- Educate donors on the donation process, risks, benefits, and informed consent, ensuring they understand and feel comfortable.
- Administer immunizations and monitor adverse reactions, documenting all procedures accurately.
- Respond to donor reactions (e.g., hypotensive, citrate, allergic) with appropriate treatment and escalate when necessary.
- Maintain and monitor emergency medical equipment and ensure readiness for any situation.
- Notify donors of positive viral marker results (e.g., Hepatitis B/C, HIV, Syphilis) and provide confidential counseling.
- Participate in safety committee activities and educate staff on donor suitability and medical protocols.
- Manage employee immunization programs and ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
- Assist with plasmapheresis and whole blood procedures when needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation in donor charts and ensure all medical incidents are reviewed appropriately.
- Promote donor retention by creating a welcoming, informative, and safe experience.
What You Bring
- Must be currently licensed to practice in the state where the center operates.
- Acceptable licenses include RN
- Graduate of a recognized healthcare-related educational program (e.g., Nursing, Physician Assistant, or advanced EMT).
- Current CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
- Experience in plasma or blood collection is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to donor care and safety.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
- Familiarity with FDA, OSHA, CLIA, and cGMP regulations is beneficial.
- Comfortable working in a regulated environment with exposure to bloodborne pathogens and cold storage areas.
Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Kedrion Biopharma Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment terms, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary ranges are determined based on relevant experience, education, and certifications.
If you require assistance with your employment application or need reasonable accommodations to perform job duties, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at kedtalent@kedrion.com.
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Benefits
At Kedrion Biopharma Inc., we believe in taking care of our people. Our benefits package is designed to support your health, happiness, and future, including:
- Health & Wellness – Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Financial Security – Life insurance, AD&D, and retirement savings plans
- Work-Life Balance – Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Career Growth – Training programs and development opportunities
- Extra Perks – Employee discounts, wellness initiatives, and more!
For specific inquiries please reach out to us
Kedrion Biopharma Inc. participates in E-Verify and provides the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm employment authorization. For more information, please contact the Department of Homeland Security.
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Requirements
- RN
Benefits highlights
- Vision
- Paid time off
Place
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- Amherst, NY
- State price level
- 8% above the national average
New York index 107.9, where 100 is the national average.
Amherst sits just outside Buffalo in Western New York, offering a quieter suburban pace with easy access to metro amenities. Home to the University at Buffalo's North Campus, it blends residential neighborhoods with nearby parks—a practical home base for nurses commuting into the Buffalo healthcare corridor.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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KEDPLASMA is a subsidiary of Kedrion Biopharma Inc., an international biopharmaceutical company specializing in the collection and fractionation of blood plasma to produce plasma-derived therapeutic products. Established in 2004, KEDPLASMA USA operates 30 plasma collection centers across the United States…
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