Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN

Dialysis Clinic Inc • Avon, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. (DCI) is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care in an in-center hemodialysis clinic as part of a patient care team. The role works under the direct supervision of an RN and supports patients throughout their dialysis treatment. DCI offers paid training, competitive pay, a mission-driven culture, and a comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.

This is a full-time position based at the Avon home clinic, with coverage at the Manchester clinic up to once per week. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts beginning at 5:30 a.m., with Sundays off and no overnight shifts. Pay ranges from $30.00 to $44.30 per hour, depending on nursing and dialysis experience.

DCI is a nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. It invests in its care teams and kidney-care research and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis, and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current Connecticut LPN license.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Meet current state IV therapy training requirements, if applicable.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Desire to collaborate with care teams.
• Ability to problem solve.

Nice To Haves

• Dialysis experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under direct RN supervision throughout patient assessment, treatment initiation and discontinuation, monitoring during treatment, and post-treatment assessment.
• Obtain necessary laboratory work.
• Assess and monitor patients’ access and intervene as appropriate.
• Follow clinic infection control policies and procedures.
• Understand water-treatment concepts and their effects on patient care.
• Communicate effectively with the charge nurse about changes in patient condition.
• Know and follow the clinic risk management program.
• Administer medications and educate patients about them within scope of practice.
• Attend required training and staff meetings to maintain and expand skills.

Benefits

• Paid 12-week training with a preceptor, including job shadowing opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life and long-term disability insurance at no additional expense to the employee.
• Paid time off (PTO), including holidays.
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO, providing paid time for doctor appointments, sickness, or medical leave.
• Retirement plans with a $0.50 match for each contributed dollar, up to 8 percent, for eligible employees.
• Education reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree