Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - LVN

Fresenius Medical Care • Moore, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) works as part of the hemodialysis healthcare team, providing 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, documenting treatment and patient information, and reporting changes, incidents, complaints, and equipment problems to a supervisor. The nurse supports patient and family education, responds to emergencies, and helps maintain a clean, safe treatment environment.

The position also supports customer service standards, effective communication, and coordination with physicians, dietitians, social workers, and other staff. It requires operating dialysis and emergency equipment, attending meetings and training, and providing coverage at area facilities when needed. The work takes place in a healthcare facility and includes direct patient care, travel between assigned facilities and community locations, and possible travel to regional, Business Unit, or Corporate meetings.

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 necessary 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 preferred.
• Hemodialysis experience preferred but not required.
• ICU experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to assigned patients and perform prescribed technical aspects of dialysis procedures.
• Administer and monitor dialysis treatments according to the current treatment plan or supervisor direction.
• Monitor and document dialysis treatment parameters and 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 regarding end stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medications.
• Assist with emergency operational procedures, initiate basic CPR when needed, and respond to dialysis-related 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 equipment, perform minor troubleshooting, and operate emergency equipment according to procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary treatment environment and promptly address blood spills according to company policy.
• Participate in staff meetings, patient care plan meetings, and scheduled in-service classes.
• Act as a resource for staff and help coordinate care plans with physicians, dietitians, and social workers.
• Provide coverage at area facilities during short-staffing or as required.
• Report and document new or unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems.

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
• Education Level: Associate degree