Licensed Practical Nurse

DaVita • Akron, OH

23h • Onsite

About The Position

DaVita is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide life-giving care in an outpatient dialysis center. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of patients and their families dealing with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease. DaVita, meaning 'giving life,' aims to be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice, delivering empathetic and compassionate care. No prior dialysis experience is required, as comprehensive training will be provided, potentially at a different facility or training clinic. The position involves building 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, engaging both intellect and compassion daily. DaVita is recognized as a clinical leader, with a high percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS standards in key performance programs, and expects teammates to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives. The company fosters a 'community first, company second' culture, striving for a sense of belonging for all teammates and is an equal opportunity workplace.

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

• Give life in an outpatient dialysis center
• Deliver care in an empathetic, compassionate way - the way you'd want your own care to be
• Build meaningful and long term relationships with patients and their family in an intimate outpatient setting
• 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
• Healthcare coverage

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