Licensed Practical Nurse - Waynesboro Dialysis

Hattiesburg Clinic • Waynesboro, MS

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About The Position

The Certified Hemodialysis LPN provides direct patient care in a 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 aspects of hemodialysis treatment, including initiating treatment and preparing safety equipment devices. The LPN conducts focused nursing assessments that contribute to ongoing data collection and the RN’s comprehensive assessment, observes 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 certified 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.
• Willingness to assist with lifting patients and preparing equipment when indicated.
• 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

• Provide direct patient care in the dialysis unit under the supervision of designated medical personnel.
• Perform assigned tasks independently and efficiently after receiving instruction.
• Manage assigned aspects of hemodialysis treatment, including initiating treatment and preparing 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree