Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Dialysis Clinic Inc • Kingsport, TN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care in an in-center hemodialysis clinic as part of a patient care team. The role works under direct RN supervision and supports patients throughout dialysis treatment, including assessment, treatment initiation and discontinuation, monitoring during treatment, and assessment following treatment. The LPN also monitors patient access, obtains laboratory work, administers and educates patients about medications within the scope of practice, and follows infection-control and risk-management procedures.

This is a full-time position with three 12-hour shifts starting at 4 a.m. Sundays off and no overnight shifts. The pay range is $22–$28 per hour, depending on nursing and dialysis experience. DCI provides paid training, including classroom sessions, job shadowing, preceptor support, and one-on-one skills training. The position is based in a comfortable clinical setting and offers the opportunity to collaborate with a patient care team in a mission-driven nonprofit organization.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Dialysis experience.
• Current Georgia LPN license.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Current state IV therapy training requirements, if applicable.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Desire to collaborate with care teams.
• Ability to problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under direct RN supervision throughout patient assessment, treatment initiation and discontinuation, monitoring during treatment, and assessment following treatment.
• Obtain necessary laboratory work.
• Assess and monitor patient access and intervene as appropriate.
• Follow clinic infection-control policies and procedures.
• Understand water-treatment concepts and their effects on patient care.
• Communicate effectively with the charge nurse about changes in patient condition.
• Know and follow the clinic risk-management program.
• Administer medications and educate patients about them within the scope of practice.
• Attend required training and staff meetings to maintain and expand skills.

Benefits

• Paid 12-week training with preceptor, including job-shadowing opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life and long-term disability insurance provided at no additional expense to the employee.
• Paid time off (PTO), including holidays.
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO, providing paid time for doctor appointments, sickness, or medical leave.
• Retirement plans with a $0.50 match for each contributed dollar for eligible employees, up to 8 percent.
• Education reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness program.

What This Job Offers

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