Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN

Fresenius Medical Care • Kingman, AZ

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) works as part of a hemodialysis health care team to provide safe and effective dialysis therapy to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports FMCNA’s mission, values, compliance requirements, and customer service standards. The nurse participates in implementing and evaluating patient care, documents treatment and patient information, reports changes or problems to a supervisor, and helps maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary work environment.

The position provides direct patient care and performs technical aspects of dialysis procedures as prescribed, including administering and monitoring treatments and administering intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and applicable state nurse practice laws. The nurse supports patient and family education, participates in care planning and staff development, operates dialysis and emergency equipment, and responds to treatment-related emergencies. Work takes place in a health care facility and includes interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians, with travel between assigned facilities and potentially other locations or meetings.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN).
• Current appropriate state licensure.
• Successfully complete training 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 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 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.
• Record dialysis treatment parameters on flow sheets and document other relevant patient care information in the patient record.
• Report significant information, changes in patient condition, and equipment problems to the supervisor.
• Assist with developing and following patient and family education plans covering end-stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medications.
• Assist with emergency operational procedures, initiate basic CPR for cardiac or pulmonary arrest, and respond to emergencies related to dialysis treatment.
• 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 equipment, perform minor troubleshooting, and operate emergency equipment according to procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary treatment area and address blood spills according to FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.
• Participate in scheduled staff meetings and short- and long-term patient care plan meetings.
• Participate in scheduled in-service classes to maintain knowledge of dialysis principles and techniques.
• Serve as a resource to other staff and help coordinate care plans with physicians, dietitians, and social workers.
• Provide coverage at area facilities during short-staffing or as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Training, quality control, and certification procedures that support professional success and advancement.
• Opportunities to participate in philanthropy and community outreach programs.

What This Job Offers

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