Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN
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 includes implementing and evaluating patient care, documenting treatment and patient information, reporting changes or concerns, supporting patient and family education, and maintaining a safe and clean treatment environment. No dialysis experience is required; extensive on-the-job training is provided. The position is based at the Brainerd, Minnesota clinic and may require coverage at area facilities during short-staffing or as needed. The work includes patient care and interaction with patients, staff, and physicians in a healthcare facility. It involves frequent prolonged standing, bending, lifting and moving patients, and occasionally moving equipment with assistance. Travel between assigned facilities and community locations is required; travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may also be required.
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.
- 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 preferred.
- Hemodialysis experience preferred but not required.
- ICU experience preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to assigned patients and perform dialysis procedures as prescribed.
- Administer and monitor treatments in accordance with 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, and unusual incidents to the supervisor.
- Assist in developing and following teaching plans for patients and families regarding 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 according to physician orders and state nurse practice laws.
- Perform and document pre-, 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 address blood spills according to company policies.
- Participate in staff meetings, patient care plan meetings, and scheduled in-service classes.
- Act 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.
- Deliver timely customer service and communication to internal and external customers, following up on service issues.
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
