Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN

Fresenius Medical Care • Marietta, GA

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) works as part of the hemodialysis healthcare team, providing safe and effective dialysis therapy to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports the company’s mission, values, compliance requirements, and customer service standards. The nurse participates in implementing and evaluating patient care, documents and reports changes or concerns, and helps maintain a clean and safe work environment.

The position provides direct patient care and performs technical aspects of dialysis procedures according to prescribed treatment plans. It includes monitoring treatment and patient condition, documenting care, assisting with patient and family education, administering intravenous medication as authorized, and responding to emergencies. The nurse also operates and troubleshoots dialysis and emergency equipment, participates in care planning and staff meetings, and keeps current through training and in-service education.

The work includes desk and computer tasks as well as frequent direct patient care involving lifting and moving patients, assisting with ambulation, prolonged standing, and bending. The employee may occasionally move equipment weighing up to 200 pounds with assistance and lift chemical water solutions weighing up to 30 pounds. Travel between assigned facilities and community locations is required; travel to regional, business unit, or corporate meetings may also be required. The setting is a healthcare facility with temperature control and moderate noise, with possible exposure to infectious or contagious diseases and materials.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN).
• Current appropriate state licensure.
• Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.
• Successfully complete CPR certification.
• Complete the Nurses Technical Training Program upon hire or soon thereafter.
• Meet the necessary requirements of the Ishihara Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide coverage at area facilities during short staffing or as required.

Nice To Haves

• One year of medical-surgical nursing experience is preferred.
• Hemodialysis experience is preferred but not required.
• ICU experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to assigned patients and perform prescribed dialysis procedures.
• Administer and monitor treatments according to the current treatment plan or supervisor direction.
• Monitor and document dialysis treatment parameters and other relevant patient-care information in the patient record.
• Report significant information, changes in patient condition, equipment problems, incidents, complaints, or other concerns to the supervisor.
• Assist with patient and family education about end-stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medications.
• Assist with emergency operational procedures; initiate basic CPR during cardiac or pulmonary arrest and respond to dialysis-related emergencies.
• Administer intravenous medication according to physician orders and state nurse practice laws.
• Perform and document pre-treatment, interim, and post-treatment reviews of patient condition.
• Safely operate dialysis-related and emergency equipment and perform minor troubleshooting when needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary treatment area and promptly address blood spills according to company policies.
• Participate in staff meetings and short- and long-term patient care plan meetings.
• Participate in scheduled in-service classes to maintain knowledge of dialysis principles and techniques.
• Serve as a resource for other staff and assist with coordinating care plans with physicians, dietitians, and social workers.
• Provide coverage at area facilities during short staffing or as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Training, quality control, and certification procedures intended to support professional success and advancement.
• Career development and opportunities to learn, grow, and advance.
• Opportunities to participate in philanthropy and community outreach programs.

What This Job Offers

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