Licensed Practical Nurse, Acute Care Dialysis

Bassett Healthcare•Little Falls, NY

60d

About The Position

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. A Licensed Practical Nurse, Acute Care Dialysis is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care to individuals who are receiving dialysis treatment for kidney disease under the supervision of the Dialysis Nurse Supervisor and Charge RN. This includes monitoring vital signs, administering medications, documenting patient information and providing patient education. The LPN must be knowledgeable in the operation of the dialysis equipment and must follow infection control procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients. The LPN must have excellent communication skills. They function as part of the interdisciplinary team and serve as a resource for other teams members.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing program, required
Previous healthcare experience, preferred
New Graduates will be considered
Current NYS Licensure as a Practical Nurse or valid interim permit, required
BLS certification within 6 months of hire date, required
Career Development
Clinical Skills
Focusing
Multi-Tasking
Accuracy
Communication
Critical Thinking
Customer Service
Training
Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects
Occasional balancing, crouching, kneeling
Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking, fit testing
Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure
Occasional noise, odors

Responsibilities

Provides direct and indirect nursing care individualized to the patient's needs in the Dialysis setting Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately, with no more than 3-5 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback
Identifies and reports patient problems, with no more than 2-3 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation
Implements and documents delegated interventions with no more than 3-5 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation
Identifies and reports deviations from expected patient outcomes, with no more than 2-3 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation
Provides patients and families with patient education materials, monthly lab information and home medication review per unit guidelines as measured by direct supervisory supervision
Performs procedures according to medical orders and nursing standards with appropriate supervision as permitted by law and hospital policy, as measured by direct supervisory observation
Performs and documents Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control in accordance with established laboratory policies and procedures, 100% of the time, as observed by supervisor and POC staff
Maintains and documents testing reagents/supplies and equipment according to established laboratory procedures, 100% of the time, as observed by supervisor and POC staff
Consistently documents relevant information in the medical record, including required documentation with RN collaboration
Consistently uses aseptic technique when performing Hemodialysis procedures as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback
Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient's autonomy, dignity and rights. Communicates effectively with patients, families and co-workers in order to contribute to the effective functioning of the patient care team
Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity, 100% of the time, as measured by no significant, substantiated patient or peer complaints received by the manager/supervisor
Assures that patients have informed consent signed for indicated procedures, 100% of the time, as measured by random supervisory chart review
Demonstrates flexibility and collaboration in solving care problems as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback
Uses material resources prudently as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback
Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in the safe delivery of dialysis
Completes required annual validations according to departmental policy by providing documented evidence of completion to supervisor 100% of the time
Participates in 4-8 hours of educational activity related to job function annually and provides documented evidence of attendance or activity to supervisor
Practices within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice 100% of the time, as determined by co-worker feedback and direct supervisory observation
LPN provides evidence of current BLS
Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed
Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager.