Licensed Practical Nurse - West Hattiesburg Dialysis

The Employment Team at Hattiesburg Clinic, P.A. • Hattiesburg, MS

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About The Position

The Certified Hemodialysis LPN provides direct patient care in the dialysis unit under the supervision of the RN Nursing Supervisor, Charge Nurse, RN Team Leader, or Physician. After instruction from designated medical personnel, the LPN performs assigned tasks independently and efficiently. The role is responsible for specific areas of hemodialysis treatment, including initiating dialysis treatment, preparing safety equipment devices, and conducting focused nursing assessments that contribute to the RN’s ongoing data collection and comprehensive assessment. The LPN observes, records, and reports patient signs and symptoms to the appropriate person and provides health teaching to patients and their caregivers.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Hold a current license or temporary permit to practice in Mississippi.
• Have one year of clinical experience within the past three years.
• Be certified in the expanded role of IV therapy if Hemodialysis certification was obtained after April 1, 2007.
• Successfully complete the education and practice of the Certified Hemodialysis LPN Program and provide certification.
• Complete on-the-job training specific to hemodialysis.
• Ability to perform day-to-day physical motions including standing, turning, bending, stooping, and lifting without experiencing fatigue.
• Ability to exercise tact and patience when dealing with chronically ill patients and their families.
• Ability to accept supervision from designated medical personnel and function as a member of the hemodialysis care team.

Responsibilities

• Administer direct patient care in the dialysis unit under the supervision of designated medical personnel.
• Perform assigned tasks independently and efficiently after receiving instruction.
• Initiate dialysis treatments and prepare safety equipment devices.
• Conduct focused nursing assessments that contribute to ongoing data collection and the RN’s comprehensive assessment.
• Observe, record, and report patient signs and symptoms to the appropriate person.
• Provide health teaching to patients and their caregivers.
• Assist with lifting patients and preparing equipment such as beds and chairs when indicated.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed