LVN/LPN

U.S. Renal Care, Inc.•El Paso, TX

About The Position

The LVN/LPN performs patient-care and clinic operational duties under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, within applicable company policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. The role includes obtaining blood samples, reviewing and documenting patient medication profiles, maintaining complete patient records, monitoring and reporting changes in patient condition, and reporting equipment problems. The LVN/LPN may also assist with billing logs, staff training, and other duties that meet patient-care or clinic operational needs. Participation in staff meetings, in-service training, and continuing education is required as applicable.

Requirements

Current LVN/LPN license in the applicable state, maintained as current and in good standing.
CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
Ability to distinguish all primary colors.
Successful completion of a USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency, within 8 weeks of hire.
Working knowledge of English and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to organize time and tasks well.
Basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
Meet any practice requirements for the applicable state.

Nice To Haves

Previous dialysis experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours.
May assist with billing log preparation and updates.
Perform duties as assigned to meet patient-care or clinic operational needs.
Obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis as required to complete physician orders.
Complete and document monthly reviews of patient medication profiles.
Comply with applicable health care professionals practice act requirements.
Perform duties under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and within the limitations established by company policy and procedure and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Maintain thorough, accurate, and appropriate patient-record documentation of treatments, activities, communications, and progress reports.
Report significant information or changes in patient condition to the Charge Nurse.
Report machine problems to the Biomedical Technician and Administrator.
Participate in staff meetings as required and attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.
Assist with staff training as requested.