Job description
FUNCTION:
The Hemodialysis Licensed Practical Nurse assist in providing acute hemodialysis care and treatment, including providing patient training and education as applicable.
He/she is responsible for providing communication with the Registered Nurse and physician and other members of the health care team to interpret, adjust and complete all care plans in a timely manner.
The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for assisting and supporting the acute unit management team in achieving high standards for quality, patient satisfaction, staff development, business management as appropriate, teamwork, culture, and employee satisfaction.
He/she is also responsible for understanding, supporting, daily clinical operations and complying with the policies, mission, and values of the company. Observe the patient's condition and document observations in a timely, legible and concise manner in accordance with written guidelines
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides safe, effective delivery of care under the oversight of the Registered Nurse, Clinical Coordinator, Group Hospital Administrator (GHA), VP of Operations and, Medical Director. He/she must comply with the standards outlined in the policy and procedure manual, as well as the regulations set forth by the company and any applicable state and federal agencies.
All Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technicians (CCHT) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) will work under the direct supervision and of a registered nurse.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
The Licensed Practical Nurse will be responsible for the performance of all the duties listed and assigned by the Registered Nurse. The distribution of effort between the duties listed can be expected to vary and may also be under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse Manager if applicable, Registered Nurse, Clinical Coordinator, Group Hospital Administrator (GHA) and the VP of Acute Operations.
- Demonstrates a high knowledge, experience, skills, and competencies related to the Hemodialysis Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Ability to provide suite and bed-side 1:1 treatment
- Demonstrates ability to perform technical skills for the Licensed Practical Nurse, including the patient's treatment, water treatment and preparation, and emergency procedures as determined by the competency assessment program.
- Delivers care to assigned patients as prescribed, including all aspects of the hemodialysis procedure in accordance with state requirements.
- Demonstrates ability to work with any patient or staff and does not discriminate on any basis, including, but not limited to, race, gender, disease process, lifestyle, and religious or cultural beliefs.
- Initiates monitors and discontinues dialysis treatments according to established procedures. Treatment and reports problems to the Clinical Coordinator (CC) or Charge Nurse. On-going observation and monitoring of patient while on hemodialysis.
- Establishes priorities of care, both emergent and non-emergent, with Registered Nurse.
- Develops and assimilates theoretical and technical knowledge with observations and communication skills to detect dialysis-related problems.
- Recognizes and utilizes opportunities for patient and family education and training.
- Maintains a safe environment for self, patients, and staff by utilizing proper body mechanics and following universal infection control precautions and cleaning procedures under OSHA regulations.
- Dialyzes isolation patients utilizing isolation precautions and prescribed procedures.
- Assesses patients utilizing isolation precautions and prescribed procedures.
- Performs hemodialysis access care according to established procedures.
- Administers and documents medications as authorized and documented in the patient's health record by the physician and further authorized or limited by the State Board of Nursing Practice.
- Reports any significant information or change in patient's condition to the Clinical Coordinator (CC) or Charge Nurse.
- Documents accurately all pertinent information during downtime time of the electronic record.
- Performs or assists in performing all emergency operational procedures, including the evacuation of patients in the event of a fire or ordered mock drills.
- Obtains blood samples and other specimens as ordered and as outlined in the hospital's policy and procedure manual.
- Cooperates with and supports other hospital departments and follows all hospital policies and procedures (if applicable).
- Assists with and performs all safe operation procedures, disinfection, and inventory control according to corporate and departmental policy, manufacturer recommendations, and regulatory agency guidelines.
- Assists in ordering supplies and maintaining supply inventory and records efficiently and cost-effectively as needed.
- Assists in maintaining neat, orderly, and well-stocked unit.
- Utilizes equipment, time, and supplies economically.
- Maintains competency in operations, sanitization, maintenance, and all equipment used for dialysis, water treatment, and special procedures.
- Reports all equipment and supply problems appropriately and according to policy to repair personnel/biomedical support staff.
- Assumes administrative duties under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator, Charge Nurse, or Hospital Administrator (HA).
- Assists in the orientation and training of new and existing staff.
- Assists in CQI projects with the health care team.
- Communicates any water, equipment, or facility problems quickly and appropriately, following facility guidelines for reporting.
- Communicates effectively with physicians, supervisors, co-workers, patients, and families.
- Maintains positive working relationships with Medical Director/Medical Staff.
- Actively participates in unit staff meetings and in-services.
- Assist the Clinical Coordinator (CC), Charge Nurse, and Group Hospital Administrator (GHA) in staff scheduling, including rotations, to ensure adequate coverage.
- Assumes responsibility and utilizes opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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- Promotes support and adheres to all policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Completes clinical and corporate training programs(s) to successfully master acute patient care for hemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) (as appropriate); also, fosters development of leadership and management skills and listening and communication skills.
- Acquires information on the latest developments of dialysis technique by participating in scheduled in-service classes.
- Seeks resources for direction, when necessary.
MACHINES, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDS:
Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all hemodialysis and related ancillary and emergency equipment utilized in the facility such as:
- Reverse Osmosis equipment
- Water treatment equipment
- Computers
- Hemodialysis machines
- Sphygmomanometer
- Conductivity meters
- Glucometers
- Scales
- Electronic thermometers
- IV infusion pump
- Code carts
- Suction machines
- Oxygen administration equipment
- Personal protection equipment
- PD Home choice cyclers
- Amia automated PD system
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Moderately active work involves lifting and carrying; walking and standing for considerable lengths of time.
- Talking and listening to communicate ideas or requirements to individual staff members.
- Visual acuity to prepare and read written material accurately.
- Audio acuity to listen attentively and accurately.
- Ability to push, pull, mobilize (with assistance of wheels, carts, and other equipment) approximately 50 lbs.
- Ability to work overtime as needed to complete general responsibilities.
- Full use of all extremities with hand dexterity.
- Ability to travel when necessary to meet the needs of the unit and corporation.
NOTE: For individuals that meet the standards for the American Disability Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure equal opportunity to fulfill physical demands and improve working conditions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN, LVN)
- Current appropriate state licensure.
- At least one year of clinical LPN experience.
- Acute Hemodialysis experience preferred.
- Successful completion of training course in theory and practice of hemodialysis.
- Computer knowledge preferred.
- BLS Certified.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Our priority is the health and safety of our members, colleagues, partners, and community. Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination is required for employment. If you are unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons or sincerely-held religious beliefs, we will consider requests for reasonable accommodations consistent with our policy, and where we are able to provide such accommodations without undue hardship to the company. All requests for proof of vaccination or for exemptions from the vaccination requirement will be subject to any limitations stipulated by current state and/or federal laws.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Somatus, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
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