Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN - Dialysis

Fresenius Medical Care•Rochester, NY

7d•$22 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) works as part of the hemodialysis healthcare team to provide safe and effective dialysis therapy to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports the company's mission, values, compliance requirements, and customer-service standards, and participates in implementing and evaluating patient care. Dialysis experience is not required; a 12-week in-house paid training program is provided to new hires. The nurse provides direct patient care, performs prescribed dialysis procedures, monitors and documents treatments and patient condition, administers intravenous medications as permitted by physician orders and state nurse practice laws, and helps educate patients and families. The role also includes responding to emergencies, operating and troubleshooting dialysis and emergency equipment, maintaining a clean and safe treatment environment, and coordinating with other care-team professionals. The position involves direct patient interaction and regular physical activity, including prolonged standing, bending, and assisting with patient lifting and movement. Work takes place in a healthcare facility and may include travel between assigned facilities or to meetings. No on-call, overnight, or Sunday work is indicated in the job posting.

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 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 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 in accordance with the current treatment plan or supervisor direction.
Monitor and document dialysis treatment parameters, patient condition, and other relevant care information in patient records.
Report significant information, changes in patient condition, equipment problems, and unusual incidents to the supervisor.
Assist with teaching patients and families about end-stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medications.
Assist with emergency operational procedures; initiate basic CPR and respond to emergencies related to dialysis treatment.
Administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws.
Complete 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 environment, including addressing blood spills according to company policy.
Participate in staff meetings, patient care plan meetings, and scheduled in-service classes.
Act as a resource for other staff and help coordinate care plans with physicians, dietitians, and social workers.
Provide timely communication and follow-up to address customer-service issues with internal and external customers.
Provide coverage at area facilities during short staffing or as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.