Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN

Fresenius Medical Care • Muskogee, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) functions as part of a hemodialysis health care team, providing safe and effective dialysis therapy to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports the organization’s mission, values, compliance requirements, and customer service standards, and participates in implementing and evaluating patient care. The nurse reports and documents unusual incidents, patient changes, complaints, and equipment problems, and helps maintain a safe, clean treatment environment.

The position provides direct patient care, performs and monitors prescribed dialysis procedures, documents treatment and patient information, supports patient and family education, administers intravenous medication as authorized, and responds to treatment emergencies. It also includes operating and troubleshooting dialysis equipment, participating in care planning and staff education, and coordinating with physicians, dietitians, social workers, and other staff.

Work takes place in a health care facility and includes desk and computer work, patient and staff interaction, direct patient care, and travel between assigned facilities and community locations. The role may involve exposure to infectious materials, heavy lifting and moving of patients, prolonged standing, bending, and occasional assisted movement of equipment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN or 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 perform the physical demands of the role, including frequent prolonged standing, bending, and patient lifting and moving, with assistance or equipment as needed.
• Ability to travel between assigned facilities and various locations in the community.

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 technical aspects of prescribed dialysis procedures and administer and monitor treatments in accordance with the treatment plan or supervisor direction.
• Monitor and document dialysis treatment parameters and other patient-care information in patient records.
• Report significant information, changes in patient condition, and equipment problems to the supervisor.
• Assist with developing and following patient and family education plans on end stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medications.
• Assist with emergency operational procedures, initiate basic CPR when required, 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 perform minor troubleshooting when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary treatment environment and address blood spills according to company policies.
• Participate in staff meetings and patient care plan meetings.
• Participate in scheduled in-service classes to maintain knowledge of dialysis principles and techniques.
• Act as a resource for staff and assist in coordinating care plans with physicians, dietitians, and social workers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide coverage at area facilities during short staffing or as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Training, quality control, and certification procedures supporting professional development and advancement.
• Career development opportunities.
• Opportunities to participate in philanthropy and community outreach programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree