Our Objective Learn about the Inova Blood Donor Services objective and what we do to achieve it. Continue Reading Our Team Get to know our leadership team.  Continue Reading Careers & Internships If you're interested in being a part of the Inova Blood Donor Services team, this is the place to start.  Continue Reading Service Area See a list of the hospitals and medical centers we supply blood to in the Washington, D.C. metro area.

Interested in being a part of the Inova Blood Donor Services team? We have many types of roles at Inova Blood Donor Services, including: Administration Donor Specialist Lab Technician Medical Technologist Hospital Services Quality Assurance Recruitment Visit InovaCareers.org to view our current job openings.  Use the keyword of “Blood Donor” when searching for best results. Visit InovaCareers.org Internships There are currently no internships available.

Our objective is to provide a safe, pure, potent and adequate blood supply for patients in the diverse communities we serve.

Blood Drive Steps for Success COVID-19 Precautions Recruitment Strategies Blood Drive Steps for Success Steps for Success Learn about what it takes to host a successful blood drive for your community.   COVID-19 Precautions COVID-19 Precautions Learn about the changes our team has made to protect our team and donors from COVID-19. Recruitment Strategies Recruitment Strategies Read about ideas to promote your blood drive event to make it a success.

Select a Topic Below to Learn More! Make an Appointment See your options for making an appointment to donate blood and learn more about the types of appointments you can make. Continue Reading Why Donate? At Inova Blood Donor Services, we recognize that all of our donors have their own personal reasons for donating. Whatever YOUR reason, we hope you will donate and continue to donate regularly to help keep the supply at a stable level. Continue Reading Where Can I Donate?

How do I prepare for my donation? Expand A few days before donating, eat nutritious meals that contain iron-rich foods. The day before donation, drink plenty of fluids and get a good night’s sleep. The day of donation, drink non-caffeinated beverages such as water or juice and do not skip any meals. For More Information, Review Our Blood Donation Checklist! Will it hurt when I donate? Expand Most donors feel a slight “pinch” or “bee sting” sensation when the needle is first inserted.

In the 2017-2018 school year, high school students contributed 22% of all blood components collected by Inova Blood Donor Services.  By starting to donate in the teen years, you can set up a life-saving habit that could help affect hundreds of lives in the years ahead. With each whole blood donation, a blood donor can save up to three lives.  In addition, many local high schools require students to complete volunteer hours prior to graduation.  We are happy to have volunteers to help us at our larger blood drives, and can sign off on volunteer hours once they are completed.

We are so excited to celebrate with you in January 2021.  The celebration begins in just.... Day Hour Minute Second During National Blood Donor Month in January 2021, we are celebrating YOU! Blood, platelet and plasma donors are everyday heroes that make a difference for patients in our community. Donate blood, platelets or plasma during January 2021 and receive a mug*! Sign up NOW to reserve your appointment to donate during January 2021. *While supplies last, one gift per donor.