Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. • Avon, CT

1d • $30 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. (DCI) is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care in an in-center hemodialysis clinic as part of a patient care team. The role is performed under direct RN supervision and supports DCI’s nonprofit mission of individualized care for patients with chronic kidney disease. DCI provides a comfortable clinical setting, a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers, and a comprehensive education program with classroom sessions, job shadowing, and one-on-one skills training.

This is a full-time position with four 10-hour shifts beginning at 5:30 a.m. Sundays off and no overnight shifts. The home clinic is in Avon, with coverage at the Manchester clinic required up to once per week. Compensation ranges from $30.00 to $44.30 per hour, depending on nursing and dialysis experience. Paid training includes 12 weeks with a preceptor and job-shadowing opportunities.

DCI is a nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. The organization invests in care teams and kidney-care research, offers several dialysis treatment options, and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization.

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 during patient assessment, treatment initiation and discontinuation, and post-treatment assessment; monitor patients during treatment and obtain necessary laboratory work.
• Assess and monitor patient 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.
• Understand and follow the clinic risk-management program.
• Administer medications and educate patients about them within the 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, including holidays.
• Extended Sick Bank paid time for doctor appointments, sickness, or medical leave.
• Retirement plans with a $0.50 match for each eligible contributed dollar, up to 8 percent.
• Education reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness program.

What This Job Offers

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