Dialysis Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN
Company: Employer
Location: Long Beach
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description Long Beach, California Job ID R Available
Openings 1DescriptionProvide your personal attention and kindness,
professional insight, and a generosity of spirit. Offer expertise
and encouragement. Enhance each patient's future-as well as your
own.Connect with your goals and change liveswith Fresenius Medical
Care North America.Here, we make connections that empower patients,
their families, and our team members. As the global leader in
dialysis healthcare, we form bonds that enable the best possible
outcomes and professional satisfaction. While our extensive
organization continues to grow, so do opportunities for our
professionals to learn, grow, and advance.Why Join the Fresenius
Team?Passion. Dedication. Knowledge. Motivation. Experience. These
are the impressive qualities you'll find in the Fresenius
Leadership Team. Our strength in the North American market and
extensive global network provide our employees with the best of
both worlds-the friendliness of a local organization and the
stability of a worldwide organization-for diverse experiences and
challenging career opportunities. When you join the Fresenius
Medical Care team, you'll be welcomed into a company that is built
on the philosophy that our employees are our most important asset.
Our career advantages include the following:* Fresenius Medical
Care is the nation's largest provider of renal care, meeting the
needs of more than 135,000 patients at 1,800 clinics throughout the
country.* Our well-established, trusted organization fosters a
spirit of camaraderie, emphasizing friendly collaboration,
professional support, and career development.* Superior training,
UltraCare - quality control, and certification procedures ensure
your potential to succeed and advance as a professional.*
Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits.* Outstanding
tuition reimbursement program.* Recognized among Fortune's World's
Most Admired Companies in 2011.* National Safety Award from CNA
insurance companies for 11 consecutive years.* Opportunities to
give back by participating in philanthropy and community outreach
programs.PURPOSE AND SCOPE:Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core
values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA
Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and
division/company policy requirements.Functions as part of the
hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective
dialysis therapy for assigned patients under the direct supervision
of a registered nurse. Participates in the implementation and
evaluation of patient care. Responsible for reporting and
documenting all new or unusual incidents, information, complaints,
or problems to the supervisor. Promotes and assists in the
maintenance of a sage and clean work environment.DUTIES /
ACTIVITIES:CUSTOMER SERVICE:* Responsible for driving the FMCNA
culture through values and customer service standards.* Accountable
for outstanding customer service to all external and internal
customers.* Develops and maintains effective relationships through
effective and timely communication.* Takes initiative and action to
respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues
with all customers in a timely manner.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
AND DUTIES:Patient Related:* 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.Technical:*
Safely operate all dialysis related equipment according to the
proper procedures.* Provide minor troubleshooting when necessary.*
Ensure a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the dialysis
facility treatment area.* Ensure all blood spills are immediately
addressed according to FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.*
Operate all emergency equipment effectively in accordance to the
standard operation procedures.Staff Related:* Participate in staff
meetings as scheduled.* Assist in short term and long term patient
care plan meetings.* Acquire information and knowledge in current
practice related to dialysis principals and technique by
participating in scheduled in-service classes.* Act as a resource
person for other staff members. Assist with the coordination of the
care plan with Physician, Dietitian and Social Worker.* Other
duties as assigned.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.Day to day work includes desk
and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility,
staff and physicians. The position provides direct patient care
that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and
assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may
provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged
periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The
employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance,
machines and equipment weighing up to 200lbs., and may lift
chemical water solutions of up to 30lbs., up as high as 5 feet. The
position requires travel between assigned facilities and various
locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit
and Corporate meetings may be required.The work environment is
characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature
control and moderate noises levels. May be exposed to infectious
and contagious diseases/materials.EDUCATION:* Graduate of an
accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN, LVN)* Current
appropriate State licensure.EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:* 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.*
Employees must meet the necessary requirements of Ishihara's Color
Blindness test as a condition of employment.* Good communication
skills, both verbal and written.EO/AA Employer:
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender
IdentityFresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free
workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted:
05/11/2022
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