Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN
About The Position
The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) works as part of the hemodialysis healthcare team to provide safe and effective dialysis therapy to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports Fresenius Medical Care North America's mission, values, compliance requirements, and customer service standards. The nurse provides direct patient care, performs dialysis procedures, monitors and documents treatment and patient condition, administers intravenous medication as authorized, supports patient and family education, and responds to emergencies. The position also helps maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary treatment environment, supports care planning and staff development, and may provide coverage at area facilities during short-staffing or as required. The regional float role requires travel between assigned facilities and locations in the community; travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may also be required.
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 times of short-staffing or as required.
Nice To Haves
- One year of medical-surgical nursing experience.
- Hemodialysis experience.
- ICU experience.
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, patient condition, and other care information in the patient record.
- Report significant information, changes in patient condition, equipment problems, incidents, complaints, or other concerns to the supervisor.
- Assist with 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 when needed, and respond to dialysis-related emergencies.
- Administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws.
- Complete and document pre-, interim-, and post-treatment reviews of patient condition.
- Safely operate dialysis-related and emergency equipment and provide minor troubleshooting when necessary.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary dialysis 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 to staff and help coordinate care plans with physicians, dietitians, and social workers.
- Provide coverage at area facilities during short-staffing or as required.
- Deliver timely, effective customer service and communication to internal and external customers, following up on customer service issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
