Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN

Fresenius Medical Care • Albuquerque, NM

13d

About The Position

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

The position provides direct patient care and performs technical aspects of dialysis procedures, monitors and documents treatment parameters and patient condition, administers prescribed intravenous medications within applicable laws, and assists with patient and family education. The nurse responds to emergencies, operates dialysis and emergency equipment, performs basic troubleshooting, participates in staff and care-planning meetings, and coordinates with other care-team members. Coverage at area facilities may be required during short-staffing or as needed.

The work takes place in a health care facility and includes desk and computer work as well as regular direct patient care. Physical duties include frequent prolonged standing, bending, moving and lifting patients, and occasional assisted movement of machines and equipment weighing up to 200 pounds and chemical water solutions weighing up to 30 pounds. Travel between assigned facilities and community locations is required; travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may also be required. The employee may be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases or 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 requirements of Ishihara’s 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 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, equipment problems, incidents, complaints, and other concerns to the supervisor.
• Assist with developing and following a teaching plan for patients and families concerning 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 equipment and provide minor troubleshooting when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary treatment area and address blood spills according to FMCNA policies.
• Operate emergency equipment according to standard operating procedures.
• Participate in scheduled staff meetings and short- and long-term patient care plan meetings.
• Attend scheduled in-service classes to maintain knowledge of dialysis principles and techniques.
• Serve as a resource for other staff and assist in 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 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