Lvn Jobs in Indio, TX

About The Position

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.
• Ability to provide coverage at area facilities during short staffing or as required.
• Meet the 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 prescribed technical aspects of dialysis procedures.
• Administer and monitor dialysis 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, incidents, complaints, or other concerns 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 according to physician orders and applicable state nurse practice laws.
• Review and document patient condition before, during, and after treatment.
• Operate dialysis-related equipment safely, troubleshoot minor issues, and operate emergency equipment according to procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary treatment area and address blood spills according to company bloodborne pathogen policies.
• Participate in staff meetings, patient care plan meetings, and scheduled in-service training.
• Serve as a resource for other staff and assist with care-plan coordination involving the physician, dietitian, and social worker.
• Provide timely communication and follow-up to address customer service issues with internal and external customers.
• 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.