Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse – LPN LVN
| Company | Fresenius Medical Care |
|---|---|
| Location | Lumberton, NC, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Certificate |
| Experience Level | Junior |
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN, LVN)
- Current appropriate State licensure
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to provide coverage at area facilities during times of short-staffing or as required
- Employees must meet the necessary requirements of Ishihara’s Color Blindness test as a condition of employment
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for assigned patient(s)
- Perform all technical aspects of dialysis procedures for assigned patients as prescribed
- Monitor and document dialysis treatment parameters on dialysis flow sheets
- Responsible for reporting any significant information, change in patient condition, or equipment problems to the supervisor
- Assist in developing and following the teaching plan to educate the patient and family regarding end stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medications
- Administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws
- Safely operate all dialysis related equipment according to the proper procedures
- Participate in staff meetings as scheduled
- Act as a resource person for other staff members
Preferred Qualifications
- One year medical-surgical nursing experience preferred
- Hemodialysis experience preferred but not required
- ICU experience preferred but not required