Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Provides 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.

- 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).

- Initiates basic CPR measures in the event of cardiac and/or pulmonary arrest and respond to emergency situations related to dialysis treatment. Responsible for re-enforcing education the patients received by the RN.

- Acquires information and knowledge in current practice related to dialysis principals and technique by participating in scheduled in-service classes.

- Performs additional duties as assigned by Program Manager.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS
- Minimum of one year medical-surgical nursing experience. Six months of hemodialysis experience preferred but not required.

- Effective communication skills – both verbal and written.**#1 Top Workplace in the area.*
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