Licensed Practical Nurse | Dialysis Exp Required

Sanderling Renal Services, Inc.; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sanderling Renal Services, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care for individuals undergoing hemodialysis.

You will work under supervision to monitor status, administer treatments, operate dialysis equipment, and promote safety and comfort throughout the dialysis process. Responsibilities include patient assessments, initiating and monitoring dialysis, administration of medications, maintaining documentation, and educating patients on procedures and

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in good standing.
• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Dialysis experience required.
• Knowledge of renal disease, dialysis, and infection-control practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dialysis machines and treatment areas per policies and infection control.
• Perform patient assessments including vital signs and weights before, during, and after treatments.
• Initiate, monitor, and discontinue dialysis treatments per directives.
• Administer meds and treatments per physician orders.
• Monitor for complications and report significant findings promptly.
• Maintain accurate patient records and treatment documentation.
• Educate patients and families on dialysis procedures, diet, meds, and access care.
• Assist with vascular access management (AV fistulas, grafts, catheters).
• Follow infection prevention protocols and equipment disinfection.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers to support care plans.
• Participate in QA activities and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Respond to emergencies and assist with life-saving interventions as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Dialysis procedures

Communication

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

Tools

Dialysis equipment

EMR knowledge

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Dialysis

Position Summary The Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care to individuals with acute and chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis treatment. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or physician, the LPN monitors patient status, administers prescribed treatments and medications, operates dialysis equipment, and promotes patient safety and comfort throughout the dialysis process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare dialysis machines and treatment areas according to established policies and infection-control standards.
• Perform patient assessments, including obtaining vital signs, weights, and documenting relevant clinical information before, during, and after treatments.
• Initiate, monitor, and discontinue dialysis treatments as directed.
• Administer medications and treatments within the scope of LPN practice and physician orders.
• Monitor patients for complications or adverse reactions during dialysis and promptly report significant findings to the RN or physician.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records and treatment documentation.
• Educate patients and families regarding dialysis procedures, dietary restrictions, medication compliance, and vascular access care.
• Assist with management and monitoring of vascular access sites, including AV fistulas, grafts, and central venous catheters.
• Follow infection prevention protocols, including proper cleaning and disinfection of equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare team members to support patient care plans.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and maintain compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and assist with life-saving interventions as needed.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling, including early morning, evening, weekend, or holiday shifts

Pay

Pay based upon experience

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Dialysis experience required.
• Knowledge of renal disease, dialysis procedures, and infection-control practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting, transferring, and repositioning of patients.
• Ability to operate dialysis equipment and medical devices safely.
• Visual and manual dexterity necessary for patient assessment and treatment administration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of renal disease processes and dialysis treatment modalities.
• Ability to recognize and respond to changes in patient condition.
• Understanding of infection prevention and patient safety practices.
• Proficient documentation and electronic medical record skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities.

Work Environment

• Outpatient dialysis clinic, hospital dialysis unit, or other renal care setting.
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance-Low premium for employee only coverage
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Sanderling Renal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer