Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN - Dialysis

Fresenius Medical Care • Charlotte, MI

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About The Position

The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) works as part of a hemodialysis healthcare team to provide safe and effective dialysis therapy to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports patient care implementation and evaluation, documents treatment and patient information, reports changes or concerns to a supervisor, and helps maintain a safe and clean treatment environment. The nurse also educates patients and families about end-stage renal disease, dialysis, diet, and medications, and coordinates care with physicians and other team members.

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 necessary 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 and perform technical aspects of dialysis procedures for assigned patients as prescribed.
• 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, and unusual incidents to the supervisor.
• Assist with patient and family education 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 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 equipment and provide minor troubleshooting when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary dialysis treatment area and promptly address blood spills under applicable policies.
• Operate emergency equipment according to standard operating procedures.
• Participate in staff meetings, patient care plan meetings, and scheduled in-service classes.
• Act as a resource for other staff members and help coordinate care plans with the physician, dietitian, and social worker.
• 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 intended to support professional success 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