Licensed Practical Nurse

DaVita Kidney Care

1d•Onsite

About The Position

DaVita is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide care in an outpatient dialysis center. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of patients and their families dealing with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease. DaVita's mission is to be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice, focusing on delivering empathetic and compassionate care. No prior dialysis experience is required, and training will be provided, potentially at a facility or training clinic different from the assigned home clinic. The position requires a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and may involve floating to various facilities during and after training. The LPN will build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and their families in an intimate outpatient setting, working as part of a supportive team. Care delivery involves treating patients with multiple co-morbidities, requiring unique treatment plans and a broad range of nursing skills in a fast-paced environment. Teammates are expected to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Current LPN-LVN license in the state of practice required
Current CPR certification required
IV certification required if required by state regulations
High school diploma or equivalent required
Completed training program approved by the medical director and the governing body as required by CMS guidelines prior to operating the water treatment system
Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook required
Functional proficiency in computer systems of DaVita within 90 days of hire required

Nice To Haves

BONENT or CHT certification preferred or as required by state regulation
Minimum of one year's experience in a hospital or clinical setting preferred

Responsibilities

Build meaningful and long-term relationships with patients and their families in an intimate outpatient setting.
Deliver care to patients who are often dealing with multiple co-morbidities, requiring unique treatment plans and the ability to leverage a broad range of nursing skills and knowledge.
Commit to improving patient health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives.