LPN Kidney Dialysis Unit-Days-Moses Cone

Company: Cone Health
Location: Greensboro
Posted on: April 15, 2024

Job Description:

LPN Kidney Dialysis Unit-Days-Moses Cone



ID

2023-17257







Location


Moses Cone Hospital




Work Location


US-NC-Greensboro



Division : Name

Moses Cone Hospital



Department : Name

MHC-Hemodialysis



Category

NURSING



Position Sub-Category

LPN - HOSP



Position Type

Benefit Eligible (12-39 hours/week)



Employment Type

Employee



Exempt/NonExempt

Non-Exempt



FTE

0.90



Workforce Status

Onsite



Work Hours

36.00



Provider Schedule (specific schedule)

Three 12hr shifts 630a - 630p, rotating weekends & occ holidays



On call Required

No



Sub Category

LPN - Hospital






































Overview









Under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), provides quality patient care using the nursing process standards and policies established by the North Carolina Nurse Practice Act and hospital standards. Talent Pool: Nursing Job Level: Licensed Practical NursesCampus: Moses Cone Hospital













Responsibilities









Responsible for providing direct nursing care for hospitalized patients requiring dialysis and/or apheresis services; under the direct supervision of Dialysis Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse. Provides appropriate treatment techniques for the following procedures: hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, apheresis. Conducts necessary tasks for preparation of and implementation of prescribed treatment therapies. Evaluates and monitors patient responses to treatment therapies. Communicates effectively with providers to ensure safety during treatment therapy. Makes appropriate adjustments and modifications to treatment plan as indicated by providers and under the direct supervision of Dialysis Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse. Accurately documents as required and when appropriate. Operates therapy related equipment appropriately and safely. Provides equipment troubleshooting when necessary. Efficiently utilizes supplies to prevent waste.
Performs general patient care under the direction of the Dialysis RN or Nephrologist. Collects patient history and medical information and any additional information such as biological, psychological, social and cultural factors needed to provide complete treatment of the patient and documents in medical record. Performs clinical and technical aspects of nursing care in accordance with prescribed procedure and technique and according to Kidney Dialysis Unit standards and competencies. Implements plan of care as directed by Dialysis RN or Nephrologist and documents nursing interventions performed according to policy and procedure. Documents patient response to interventions and communicates effectiveness to Dialysis RN or Nephrologist. Implements proper procedure, technique and safety precautions as warranted by condition of patient, and monitors such practices by Dialysis Tech.
Establishes a caring and therapeutic nurse/healthcare team/patient/significant other relationships. Recognizes communication barriers, identifies resources and establishes plans to resolve barriers to communication. Demonstrates respect for diversity and cultural differences in patient related to age, ethnicity, gender, religion, socioeconomics, education, personality, or other unique variable. Advocates for the patient. Demonstrates skillful responses to customer needs based on particular context of the situation. Provides education to staff related to the patient/nurse relationship.
Demonstrates personal accountability and effective conflict resolution/negotiation skills. Demonstrates appropriate use of universal precautions and use of personal protective equipment. Maintains safe environment and responds appropriately to emergencies and safety hazards. Promotes positive, supportive, and professional work environment free of disruptive behavior. Practices, in all professional relationships, with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth and uniqueness of every individual. Follows Chain of Command for assistance with issues related to unresolved/problem-solving and/or conflict resolution. Provides, seeks and receives constructive feedback. Provides peer to peer feedback and seeks mediation as necessary. Facilitates building and preserving collaborative and respectful relationships.













Qualifications









EDUCATION:REQUIRED:
Graduate of a Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program.
Completion of Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) required within 4 years of hire.
PREFERRED: EXPERIENCE:REQUIRED:
New LPN Graduates:
Acceptance into Cone Health New Graduate program or completion of an acute care new graduate program.
PREFERRED:
Experienced LPN:
One year of Acute Care LPN experience is preferred.
6 months of Nephrology experience to include Hemodialysis (HD).
Hiring leader may consider other LPN experience at their discretion. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:REQUIRED:
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
BLS (CPR) - American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider
PREFERRED:
The following certifications are preferred and may be required within a certain timeframe of hire as defined by the specific nursing unit.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

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