Licensed Practical Nurse – LPN - Dialysis

Fresenius Medical Care • Rome, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as part of the hemodialysis healthcare team to provide safe and effective dialysis therapy to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The position supports Fresenius Medical Care North America’s mission, values, compliance requirements, and customer service philosophy. The LPN participates in implementing and evaluating patient care, documents and reports significant events or concerns, and helps maintain a safe, clean treatment environment.

The role provides direct patient care and performs prescribed technical aspects of dialysis treatment, including monitoring and documenting treatment parameters and patient condition. The LPN may administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws, assist with patient and family education, and respond to emergencies. The position also involves safely operating and troubleshooting dialysis equipment, participating in care planning and staff meetings, and maintaining current knowledge through training and in-service classes.

Work takes place in a healthcare facility and includes desk and computer work, interaction with patients and clinical staff, frequent prolonged standing, bending, and patient lifting or movement. The employee may occasionally move equipment weighing up to 200 pounds with assistance and lift chemical water solutions weighing up to 30 pounds. Travel between assigned facilities and community locations is required; travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may also be required. The employee may be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases or materials.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN or LVN).
• Current appropriate state licensure.
• Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.
• Successfully complete CPR certification.
• Complete the Nurses Technical Training Program upon hire or soon thereafter.
• Meet the requirements of the Ishihara Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide coverage at area facilities during short staffing or as required.

Nice To Haves

• One year of medical-surgical nursing experience is preferred.
• Hemodialysis experience is preferred but not required.
• ICU experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to assigned patients.
• Perform prescribed technical aspects of dialysis procedures and administer and monitor treatments according to the current treatment plan or supervisor direction.
• Monitor and document dialysis treatment parameters and other relevant patient-care information in patient records.
• Report significant information, changes in patient condition, equipment problems, and unusual incidents to the supervisor.
• Assist with patient and family education about end-stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medications.
• Assist with emergency operational procedures, initiate basic CPR when needed, and respond to dialysis-related emergencies.
• Administer intravenous medication according to physician orders and applicable state nurse practice laws.
• Review and document patient condition before, during, and after treatment.
• Safely operate dialysis-related equipment and provide minor troubleshooting when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary dialysis treatment area and promptly address blood spills according to company policy.
• Operate emergency equipment according to standard operating procedures.
• Participate in staff meetings, patient care plan meetings, and scheduled in-service classes.
• Act as a resource for other staff and assist in coordinating care plans with physicians, dietitians, and social workers.
• Provide coverage at area facilities during short staffing or as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Training, quality-control, and certification procedures intended to support professional success and advancement.
• Career development opportunities.
• Opportunities to participate in philanthropy and community outreach programs.

What This Job Offers

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