Licensed Practical Nurse

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DaVita is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse who is looking to give life in a hospital setting. You can make an exceptional difference in the lives of our patients and their families dealing with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease. Do you desire to deliver care in an empathetic, compassionate way - the way you'd want your own care to be?

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Acute performs dialysis and patient care activities for the ESRD patient under the supervision of an RN in accordance with DaVita Healthcare Policies, Procedures and Guidelines, OSHA, CMS, federal, state, and local regulations. An Intermediate LPN-Acute job duties are

performed under the direction/supervision of a registered nurse (pre-licensed post-graduation role). The teammate understands own professional limitations and seeks appropriate assistance when required. Jobs at

this level are focused on learning and self-development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

In order of significance, list the essential functions and responsibilities of the position and the typical % of time spent performing them. List only duties with

a 5% of Time allocation or greater. All other duties are accounted for in "Other Duties as Assigned" which must remain on all Job Descriptions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION % OF TIME

1. Performs patient data collection of vital signs and all other

parameters of ESKD patients, reviews dialysis orders, notes

general physical and mental condition of patients through

observations and interview, provides data to determine

observations and interview, provides data to determine

compliance to dietary or medication regimen; documents

observations appropriately - 25%

2. Collects patient data including but not limited to evaluating

and monitoring status of vascular accesses, reviews lab work

and other patient data; seeks guidance when levels are out of

"normal" range for ESKD patients - 25%

3. Provides acute dialysis therapy within the scope of practice

and according to the plan of care; recommends a dialysis plan

for ultra-filtration; initiates dialysis via various accesses,

complies with all safety measures, monitors patient vital signs

applicable to ESKD patients, administers medications per

physician instruction if allowed by state agencies, fluid therapy

and blood products or other appropriate treatments as

needed; documents activity appropriately - 30%

4. Knows and complies with DaVita policies and procedures in

accordance with the state and federal regulations for patient

care and services (Medicare, OSHA, HIPAA, or other governing

policies) - 15%

5. Other duties as assigned. 5%

Full vaccination against COVID-19 may be required by hospitals in this program, which may include a booster when eligible.

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This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

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