Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN/LVN

Fresenius Medical Care • Vidalia, GA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse supports Fresenius Medical Care North America’s mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy while following compliance, regulatory, and company policy requirements. As part of the hemodialysis healthcare team, the LPN provides safe and effective dialysis therapy to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role participates in implementing and evaluating patient care, reports and documents new or unusual incidents and patient or equipment issues, and helps maintain a safe, clean work environment.

The LPN provides direct patient care and performs prescribed technical aspects of dialysis, including administering and monitoring treatments, documenting treatment parameters and patient information, and administering intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws. The role also supports patient and family education, responds to emergencies, operates and troubleshoots dialysis and emergency equipment, and coordinates with physicians and other care team members.

The position involves desk and computer work as well as frequent direct patient care, including lifting and moving patients and assisting with ambulation. It requires frequent, prolonged standing and bending. With assistance, the employee may occasionally move machines and equipment weighing up to 200 pounds and lift chemical water solutions weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of five feet. Travel between assigned facilities and community locations is required; travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may also be required. The work environment is a healthcare facility with controlled air temperature and moderate noise levels, and may involve exposure to infectious and contagious diseases or materials.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN or 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 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 patient care to assigned patients.
• Perform technical aspects of prescribed dialysis procedures and administer and monitor treatments according to the current treatment plan or supervisor direction.
• Monitor and document dialysis treatment parameters and other patient-care information in patient records.
• Report significant information, changes in patient condition, and equipment problems to the supervisor.
• Assist in developing and following teaching plans for patients and families covering end-stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medications.
• Assist with emergency operational procedures, initiate basic CPR in the event of cardiac or pulmonary arrest, and respond to dialysis-treatment emergencies.
• Administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws.
• Perform and document pre-treatment, interim, and post-treatment reviews of patient condition.
• Safely operate dialysis-related equipment, provide minor troubleshooting, and operate emergency equipment according to procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary treatment area, and promptly address blood spills according to company bloodborne-pathogen 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 help coordinate patient care plans with physicians, dietitians, and social workers.
• Provide coverage at area facilities during short-staffing or as required.
• Deliver timely customer service and communication, and respond to and follow up on customer service issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Training, quality control, and certification procedures supporting professional development and advancement.
• Opportunities to participate in philanthropy and community outreach programs.

What This Job Offers

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