Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN

Dialysis Clinic, Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sundays off

Paid training

Competitive pay

Job summary

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a PRN role at our Georgia in-center hemodialysis clinic. The position involves providing nursing care as part of a patient care team with supervision from an RN. Training is provided, and benefits are highlighted in the posting.

You will perform patient assessments, monitor treatment, and manage medication education within your scope. A GA LPN license and CPR/AED certification are required; dialysis experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to solve problems in patient care scenarios.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with care teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under RN supervision across patient assessment, initiation and discontinuation of dialysis.
• Monitor patients during and after treatment and obtain necessary lab work.
• Assess vascular access and intervene as appropriate.
• Follow infection control policies and procedures.
• Educate patients on medications within scope of practice.
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings to maintain skills.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Accredited practical nursing program

GA LPN license

CPR/AED certification

IV therapy training (state requirements)

Job description

Overview

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.

Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care at a DCI in-center hemodialysis clinic as part of a patient care team.

Schedule: PRN, apx 20 hours/week

Compensation:

Pay range starting at $21.50 per hour, depending on nursing and dialysis experience

Responsibilities

What You Can Expect:

• Role under direct RN supervision
• Provide nursing care throughout patient assessment, initiation and discontinuation of treatment; monitor during and assess following treatment; and obtain necessary lab work
• Assess and monitor patient’s access with intervention as appropriate
• Follow the clinic’s infection control policies and procedures
• Understand concepts of water treatment and effects on patient care
• Communicate effectively to keep charge nurse aware of patient condition changes
• Know and follow clinic risk management program
• Administer and educate patient regarding medications, within scope of practice
• Attend required training and staff meetings to maintain and expand skills

Qualifications

Successful Candidates Bring:

• Excellent communication skills
• Desire to collaborate with care teams
• Ability to problem solve

Education/Training:

• Accredited practical nursing program completion
• Dialysis experience preferred, not required
• Current GA LPN license
• Current CPR/AED certificationCurrent state IV therapy training requirements, if applicable
• DCI provides a comprehensive education program, including classroom group sessions, job shadowing and one-on-one skills training

DCI’s Differentiator:

Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation’s largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations. Learn more about DCI and see if we’re hiring in a clinic near you! www.dciinc.jobs

DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at [e-mail] or 615-327-3061. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.

For more information about equal opportunity please see:

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf; and

https://www.nlrb.gov/sites/default/files/attachments/basic-page/node-3788/employeerightsposter-8-5x11.pdf.

Security Roles and Responsibilities can be reviewed at:https://www.dciinc.org/security-roles

Job Location

US-GA-LaFayette