Dialysis Outpatient LPN: Compassionate Patient Care

Fresenius Medical Care; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care North America is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) to join our dialysis team. Provide direct patient care, administer dialysis treatments, and monitor patient conditions in a clinic setting.

Under the supervision of a registered nurse, you will educate patients and families, maintain equipment, ensure safety, and participate in ongoing training. The role requires compassionate communication and readiness to respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• One year medical-surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Hemodialysis experience preferred but not required.
• ICU experience preferred but not required.
• Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.
• Successfully complete CPR Certification.
• Must complete the Nurses Technical Training Program upon hire or soon thereafter.
• Ability to provide coverage at area facilities during times of short-staffing or as required.
• Ishihara’s Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for assigned patient(s).
• Perform all technical aspects of dialysis procedures for assigned patients as prescribed. Administer and monitor treatments in accordance with current treatment plan or as directed by the supervisor.
• Monitor and document dialysis treatment parameters on dialysis flow sheets. Document other information related to the care of the patient in the individual patient record.
• 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.
• Assist with all emergency operational procedures.
• Administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws.
• Perform and document pre, interim, and post treatment review of patient condition.
• Initiate basic CPR measures in the event of cardiac and/or pulmonary arrest, and respond to emergency situations related to dialysis treatment.

Skills

Dialysis care

Patient care

CPR Certification

Team communication

Flexibility

Vital signs monitoring

Emergency response

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)

State licensure

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care North America is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) to join our dialysis team. Provide direct patient care, administer dialysis treatments, and monitor patient conditions in a clinic setting.

Under the supervision of a registered nurse, you will educate patients and families, maintain equipment, ensure safety, and participate in ongoing training. The role requires compassionate communication and readiness to respond to emergencies.