Licensed Practical Nurse

DaVita Kidney Care • Plainfield, NJ

23h • Onsite

About The Position

DaVita is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to work in an outpatient dialysis center, making a significant difference in the lives of patients and their families dealing with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease. The role involves delivering empathetic and compassionate care. No prior dialysis experience is required, as comprehensive 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 involves floating to various facilities during and after training. This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and their families in an intimate outpatient setting, working as part of a supportive team. LPNs will deliver care to patients with multiple co-morbidities, requiring a broad range of nursing skills and knowledge in a fast-paced environment. DaVita is a clinical leader, committed to improving patient health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives. The company fosters a community-first culture, aiming for all teammates to experience a sense of belonging. DaVita is a comprehensive kidney care provider focused on transforming care globally, serving over 200,800 patients across 2,809 outpatient dialysis centers in the U.S. and an additional 346 centers worldwide as of March 31, 2022. The company is an equal opportunity employer, maintains a drug-free workplace, and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks.

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 family in an intimate outpatient setting
• Be a part of a team that supports and relies on each other in a positive environment
• Deliver care to patients who are often dealing with multiple co-morbidities which require unique treatment plans and the ability to leverage a broad range of nursing skills and knowledge
• Work with your head, heart and hands each day in a fast paced environment
• Commit to improving patient health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, and more
• Paid training
• Competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees