Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN
About The Position
The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) works as part of the hemodialysis health care team, providing safe and effective dialysis therapy to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The nurse participates in implementing and evaluating patient care, reports and documents new or unusual incidents and changes, and helps maintain a safe, clean work environment. No dialysis experience is required; extensive on-the-job training is provided. The role includes direct patient care and technical dialysis duties, patient and family education, emergency response, equipment operation, and coordination with other members of the care team. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and locations in the community, and may involve regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings. Work takes place in a health care facility and may involve exposure 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 preferred.
- Hemodialysis experience preferred but not required.
- ICU experience preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to assigned patients and perform technical aspects of dialysis procedures as prescribed.
- Administer and monitor treatments according to the current treatment plan or supervisor direction.
- Record treatment parameters on dialysis flow sheets and document other care information in patient records.
- Report significant information, changes in patient condition, and equipment problems to the supervisor.
- Assist with patient and family education about 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-related emergencies.
- Administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws.
- Perform and document pre-, interim, and post-treatment reviews of patient condition.
- Operate dialysis and emergency equipment safely and provide minor troubleshooting as needed.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary treatment area and address blood spills according to company bloodborne pathogen policies.
- Participate in staff meetings, patient care plan meetings, and scheduled in-service classes.
- Serve as a resource for other staff and assist in coordinating care plans with physicians, dietitians, and social workers.
- Report and document incidents, information, complaints, or problems and follow up on customer service issues.
- Provide coverage at area facilities during short-staffing or as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off.
- Parental leave.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Training, professional support, and career development opportunities.
- Opportunities to participate in philanthropy and community outreach programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
