License Practical Nurse

Physicians Choice Dialysis•Del City, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will be responsible for providing direct patient care, managing dialysis machines and systems, and participating in quality assurance initiatives. This role requires adherence to company policies, state guidelines, and the Nurse Practice Act, while advocating for patient needs and collaborating with the care team.

Requirements

Current license for LPN/LVN in the state of practice.
IV certified if state requires.
CPR certified.
Minimum of one year experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
Ability to communicate with all levels, whether professional or non-professional.

Nice To Haves

Medical/surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform patient assessment within 30 minutes of treatment initiation, including vital signs and other parameters for ESRD patients.
Review dialysis orders and note general physical and mental condition through observations and questions.
Document patient information accurately according to policies and procedures.
Provide chronic hemodialysis therapy, including recommending a dialysis plan, initiating dialysis, observing safety measures, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, fluid therapy, and blood products.
Administer appropriate drug dosages per physician orders, if approved by state agencies.
Develop trust with patients by being sensitive to their fears, feelings, concerns, and body language.
Advocate for patient medical intervention for conditions unrelated to renal disease.
Practice within the scope of practice for an LPN according to company policies, state guidelines, and the Nurse Practice Act.
Participate with the patient care team in the development and review of short-term and long-term care plan programs.
Prepare and maintain dialysis machines and systems.
Maintain dialyzer records.
Prepare dialysis water treatment system for use according to PCD policies and procedures.
Prepare dialysis delivery systems for use according to PCD policies and procedures.
Inform technical staff of any malfunctions in equipment or water quality.
Obtain machine cultures as requested.
Ensure changes for dialysis are recorded according to company procedures.
Complete all flow sheets.
Check stock levels and advise the charge nurse of any supplies needed.
Participate in the quality assurance cost containment program.
Participate as a member of the patient care team in CQI procedures.
Maintain skills/competency related to medications, hemodialysis procedures/machines, and other special equipment related to hemo/peritoneal dialysis.
Work overtime with little or no notice.
Lift a minimum of 35 pounds and be on feet for long periods of time.
Perform other duties as assigned.