Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN

Fresenius Medical Care•Muncie, IN

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a PRN position where you will provide personal attention, kindness, professional insight, and a generosity of spirit to patients. You will offer expertise and encouragement, enhancing each patient's future and your own. As part of Fresenius Medical Care North America, a global leader in dialysis healthcare, you will connect with goals and change lives by forming bonds that enable the best possible outcomes and professional satisfaction. Our extensive organization offers opportunities for professionals to learn, grow, and advance. Fresenius Medical Care is the nation's largest provider of renal care, meeting the needs of more than 135,000 patients at 1,800 clinics. We foster a spirit of camaraderie, emphasizing friendly collaboration, professional support, and career development. Superior training, UltraCare® quality control, and certification procedures ensure your potential to succeed and advance. We offer competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and an outstanding tuition reimbursement program. Fresenius Medical Care has been recognized among Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies and has received the National Safety Award from CNA insurance companies for 11 consecutive years. We also provide opportunities to give back through philanthropy and community outreach programs.

Requirements

Must be certified in Dialysis.
Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN, LVN)
Current appropriate State licensure.
One year medical-surgical nursing experience preferred.
Hemodialysis experience preferred but not required.
ICU experience preferred but not required.
Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.
Successfully complete CPR Certification.
Must complete the Nurses Technical Training Program upon hire or soon thereafter.
Ability to provide coverage at area facilities during times of short-staffing or as required.
Employees must meet the necessary requirements of Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Nice To Haves

Hemodialysis experience preferred
ICU experience preferred

Responsibilities

Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy.
Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and division/company policy requirements.
Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care.
Responsible for reporting and documenting all new or unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems to the supervisor.
Promotes and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean work environment.
Responsible for driving the FMCNA culture through values and customer service standards.
Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.
Provide direct patient care for assigned patient(s).
Perform all technical aspects of dialysis procedures for assigned patients as prescribed.
Administer and monitor treatments in accordance with current treatment plan or as directed by the supervisor.
Monitor and document dialysis treatment parameters on dialysis flow sheets.
Document other information related to the care of the patient in the individual patient record.
Responsible for reporting any significant information, change in patient condition, or equipment problems to the supervisor.
Assist in developing and following the teaching plan to educate the patient and family regarding end stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medications.
Assist with all emergency operational procedures.
Administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws.
Perform and document pre, interim, and post treatment review of patient condition.
Initiate basic CPR measures in the event of cardiac and/or pulmonary arrest, and respond to emergency situations related to dialysis treatment.
Safely operate all dialysis related equipment according to the proper procedures.
Provide minor troubleshooting when necessary.
Ensure a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the dialysis facility treatment area.
Ensure all blood spills are immediately addressed according to FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.
Operate all emergency equipment effectively in accordance to the standard operation procedures.
Participate in staff meetings as scheduled.
Assist in short term and long term patient care plan meetings.
Acquire information and knowledge in current practice related to dialysis principals and technique by participating in scheduled in-service classes.
Act as a resource person for other staff members.
Assist with the coordination of the care plan with Physician, Dietitian and Social Worker.
Other duties as assigned.