Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN - Dialysis
About The Position
The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) provides direct patient care as part of a hemodialysis healthcare team, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The nurse performs prescribed dialysis procedures, administers and monitors treatments, documents patient and treatment information, and reports changes in patient condition, equipment problems, or other significant concerns to a supervisor. Dialysis experience is not required; paid training is provided. The position is located in Fayetteville, New York. The posting states there is no on-call work, overnight work, or Sunday work. The role also supports patient education, emergency response, safe operation of dialysis and emergency equipment, and the maintenance of a clean and sanitary treatment area. The nurse participates in care planning, staff meetings, and scheduled training, and may provide coverage at area facilities when needed. Work takes place in a healthcare facility and includes direct patient care, frequent standing and bending, lifting and moving patients, and occasional movement of equipment. Travel between assigned facilities and community locations is required; travel to regional, business unit, and corporate meetings may also be required. The position requires graduation from an accredited practical nursing program and current state licensure. Employees must complete hemodialysis training, CPR certification, and the Nurses Technical Training Program upon hire or soon afterward. Pay is listed at $22.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on work location and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and parental leave.
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 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 prescribed technical aspects of 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 the patient record.
- Report significant information, changes in patient condition, equipment problems, incidents, complaints, or other concerns to the supervisor.
- Assist in developing and following patient and family education plans 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.
- Review and document patient condition before, during, and after treatment.
- Operate dialysis and emergency equipment safely and according to procedures; perform minor troubleshooting when necessary.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary treatment environment and address blood spills according to applicable bloodborne pathogen policies.
- Participate in staff meetings, patient care plan meetings, and scheduled in-service classes.
- Act as a resource for other staff and assist with coordinating care plans with physicians, dietitians, and social workers.
- Provide coverage at area facilities during short-staffing or as required.
- Follow company compliance, regulatory, and policy requirements and customer service standards.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid training
- Growth and advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
