Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN - Dialysis

Fresenius Medical Care•Palm Desert, CA

6d•$30 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) supports Fresenius Medical Care North America’s mission, values, and customer service standards. As part of the hemodialysis health care team, the nurse provides safe and effective dialysis therapy to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, participates in implementing and evaluating patient care, and reports and documents incidents, changes, and problems. The role also promotes a clean and safe treatment environment and follows applicable regulatory requirements and company policies. The position provides direct patient care and performs prescribed dialysis procedures, monitors and documents treatment parameters and patient condition, administers intravenous medication as authorized, assists with patient and family education, and responds to emergencies. The nurse operates dialysis and emergency equipment, performs minor troubleshooting, and collaborates with other clinical staff on patient care plans. The position may require coverage at area facilities and travel between assigned facilities and community locations. The role requires graduation from an accredited practical nursing school and current state licensure. Required training includes hemodialysis theory and practice, CPR certification, and completion of the Nurses Technical Training Program upon hire or soon thereafter. One year of medical-surgical nursing experience, hemodialysis experience, and ICU experience are preferred; dialysis and ICU experience are not required. The hourly rate is $30.00–$39.00, 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.
Ability to provide coverage at area facilities during short-staffing or as required.
Meet the necessary requirements of Ishihara’s Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.

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, and other concerns to the supervisor.
Assist with developing and following teaching plans for patients and families about end-stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medications.
Assist with emergency operational procedures, initiate basic CPR in 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-treatment, interim, and post-treatment reviews of patient condition.
Safely operate dialysis-related and emergency equipment and provide minor troubleshooting when needed.
Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary treatment area and promptly address blood spills according to company policies.
Participate in staff meetings, patient care plan meetings, and scheduled in-service classes.
Serve 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.
Maintain effective communication and relationships with internal and external customers, and respond to customer service issues in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.