Licensed Vocational Nurse

DaVita Kidney Care•Los Alamitos, CA

8d•$27 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

DaVita is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide care in an outpatient dialysis center for patients with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease. The role involves building meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and their families, delivering individualized care to patients with multiple co-morbidities, and working collaboratively in a fast-paced, supportive team environment. No dialysis experience is required; paid training is provided. Training may occur at a facility or training clinic other than the assigned home clinic, and the nurse will float to various clinics during and after training. A flexible schedule is required, including availability for mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The nurse will complete training approved by the medical director and governing body, as required by CMS guidelines, before operating the water treatment system. DaVita emphasizes clinical quality improvement and improving patient health through clinical goal setting. The position is based at 4141 Ketella Ave, Los Alamitos, California, 90720. The wage range is $27.00–$40.00 per hour, with compensation dependent on qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.

Requirements

Current LPN-LVN license in the state of practice.
Current CPR certification.
IV certification if required by state regulations.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion, before operating the water treatment system, of a training program approved by the medical director and governing body as required by CMS guidelines.
Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook.
Functional proficiency in DaVita computer systems within 90 days of hire.
Flexible availability for mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

BONENT or CHT certification, preferred unless required by state regulation.
At least one year of experience in a hospital or clinical setting, preferred.

Responsibilities

Build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and their families in an outpatient setting.
Deliver individualized care to patients with multiple co-morbidities, using a broad range of nursing skills and knowledge.
Work collaboratively with a supportive team in a fast-paced environment.
Float to various clinics during and after training.
Complete required training before operating the water treatment system.
Contribute to clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives to improve patient health.