Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN

Fresenius Medical Care • New Bern, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) works as part of a hemodialysis healthcare team, providing 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 philosophy, and contributes to patient-care implementation and evaluation. The nurse reports and documents new or unusual incidents, complaints, problems, changes in patient condition, and equipment issues, and helps maintain a clean and safe work environment.

The position provides direct patient care, performs and monitors dialysis procedures according to prescriptions and treatment plans, documents treatment and patient information, assists with patient and family education, administers ordered intravenous medications within applicable state practice laws, and responds to emergencies. The nurse also operates and troubleshoots dialysis and emergency equipment, participates in staff and care-planning meetings, completes training and in-service learning, and coordinates with physicians and other members of the care team.

Work takes place in a healthcare facility and includes desk and computer work as well as frequent interaction with patients, staff, and physicians. Direct care regularly involves heavy lifting and moving patients, assisting with ambulation, prolonged standing, and bending. The employee may occasionally move equipment weighing up to 200 pounds with assistance and lift chemical water solutions weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of five feet. Travel between assigned facilities and community locations is required; travel to regional, Business Unit, or Corporate meetings may also be required. Exposure to infectious and contagious diseases or materials is possible.

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 the Ishihara 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 care to assigned patients and perform dialysis procedures 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, and equipment problems to the supervisor.
• Assist with patient and family education about 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 equipment and provide minor troubleshooting when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary dialysis treatment area and address blood spills according to FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.
• Operate emergency equipment according to standard operating procedures.
• Participate in 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 for other staff members and assist with care-plan coordination with the physician, dietitian, and social worker.
• Provide coverage at area facilities during short-staffing or as required.
• Report and document new or unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems.
• Follow FMCNA regulatory, compliance, and company policy requirements and customer service standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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