R0264362 Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN

Fresenius Medical Care; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking an LVN for PPS to provide direct patient care to dialysis patients in a clinical setting. You will document, triage via phone, and support the care team with accurate charting and timely information exchange.

Responsibilities include administering medications, assisting during procedures, and ensuring patient comfort and safety while adhering to state regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Must possess current LVN license.
• 2–4 years of related experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, time management and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Responds to calls professionally and documents messages.
• Facilitates communication among providers, staff, patients, and partners.
• Gathers information for provider assessments and previews charts.
• Monitors patient status during procedures and documents data.
• Administers medications and treatments as ordered.
• Maintains accurate patient care records and supports safety policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Project management

Customer relations

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Education

High School Diploma

LVN license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The LVN PPS provides direct quality care and treatment to patients requiring PPS related services. Promotes patient's physical comfort and provides emotional support to the patient and family.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responds to all calls in a professional manner. Takes accurate messages, ensures that messages are delivered to appropriate person. Documents telephone contacts in accordance with policy/procedures.
• Facilitates communication and team involvement among providers, other staff, patients, and other service partners through timely sharing of information.
• Facilitates provider's assessment through gathering information according to established policies & procedures. Previews all M.R. charts prior to the patients' appointments. Nursing is accountable for ensuring all pertinent records are in the chart.
• Monitors patient status during specialized procedures performed by physician/provider. Gathers data pertaining to patient's condition prior to, during, and after the procedure (e.g. TMST).
• Legibly documents appropriate patient care information in the M.R. chart in a timely manner, and maintains medical record chart appropriately.
• Performs direct patient care within scope of practice/willingness & ability to cross cover for nursing.
• Administers medication, treatment, tests as ordered in accordance with applicable state and statutes and policies & procedures.
• Refers telephone messages to appropriate personnel. Documents telephone contacts per policies & procedures.
• Competent in phone triage regarding patients with CP/SOB, documenting legibly and with accuracy.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures relative to the overall organization. This includes safety regulations with regard to equipment, facility and hazardous materials.
• Acts as a patient advocate in the coordination and delivery of quality patient care. Consistently attempts to meet the patients' expectations for service. Provides for patient's comfort and safety during the visit.
• Completes patient teaching using established protocols as required.
• Maintains clean/safe environment and participates in overall quality management activities
• Respects the rights, privacy and confidentiality of patients at all times and remains courteous, helpful and professional.
• Maintains optimum safety standards for all patients
• Pursues professional development opportunities and contributes to support staff development and training.
• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The 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.
• Frequent (34-66% of the day)- sitting, standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, flexing/extension of wrist use, grasping and fine manipulation, talking and hearing.
• Occasionally (11-33% of the day)-bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching at or above shoulders.
• Infrequent (1-11% of the day) - crawling or crouching.
• Must be able to lift up and pull/ push up to 25 pounds.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma required;
• Must possess current LVN license.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 2 - 4 years' related experience.
• Outstanding organizational and planning skills
• Excellent project and time management skills
• Outstanding customer relations skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

Rate: $XX - $XX

Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.

Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.

Bonus Eligible Positions – include language below.

Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.