Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN - Acute Dialysis

Job TitleFunctions as part of the hemodialysis healthcare team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients in accordance with FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.Patient RelatedProvides patient care under the direct supervision of Hemodialysis Registered Nurse for assigned patient(s) in the acute setting excluding Intensive Care Units as permitted by state requirements. Performs all technical aspects of dialysis procedures for assigned patients as prescribed to administer and monitor treatments in accordance with current treatment plan under the direction of the Hemodialysis RN. Responsible for reporting and documenting all new and unusual incidences, information, complaints, or problems to the RN. Provides treatments for assigned patients as assigned to promote and assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAI) Activities; including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMCNA Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). With documented competency and proficiency, the LPN/LVN may set up and prime equipment as directed by the Hemodialysis RN for renal replacement therapies (hemodialysis, continuous renal replacement, and peritoneal dialysis therapies).TechnicalSafely operates dialysis related equipment according to the proper procedures. Provides troubleshooting when necessary. Ensures a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the dialysis facility treatment area. Ensures blood spills are immediately addressed according to FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies. Operates all emergency equipment effectively and efficiently in accordance to the standard operation procedures.Staff RelatedParticipates in staff meetings as scheduled. Participates in staff training and orientation of new employees as assigned. Acquires information and knowledge in current practice related to dialysis principals and technique by participating in scheduled in-service classes.AdditionalPerforms additional duties as assigned by Program Manager.Physical Demands and Working ConditionsThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. The position requires travel between assigned locations and various locations within the community. Travel to meetings may be required.SupervisionNoneEducationCurrent appropriate state licensure.Experience and Required SkillsMinimum of one year medical-surgical nursing experience. Six months of hemodialysis experience preferred but not required. Successful completion of a training course in theory and practice of hemodialysis. Successful completion of CPR Certification. Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. Effective communication skills – both verbal and written.AcknowledgementI acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or my Human Resources representative.