Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN

Company: Employer
Location: Charleston
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

Overview Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states "the care of the patient is our reason for existence," and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care at a DCI in-center hemodialysis clinic as part of a patient care team.Schedule: This position is full-time, 3 days/week working 12-hour shifts and are set upon hiring; Sundays off; no overnight shiftsBenefits:Paid 12-week training with preceptorComprehensive medical, dental and vision benefitsLife and long-term care insurance provided at no additional expense to employeePaid time off (PTO) including holidaysExtended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO - paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leaveRetirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percentEducation reimbursementEmployee assistance programWellness programAmong others Responsibilities What You Can Expect:Role under direct RN supervisionProvide nursing care throughout patient assessment, initiation and discontinuation of treatment; monitor during and assess following treatment; and obtain necessary lab workAssess and monitor patient's access with intervention as appropriateFollow the clinic's infection control policies and proceduresUnderstand concepts of water treatment and effects on patient careCommunicate effectively to keep charge nurse aware of patient condition changesKnow and follow clinic risk management programAdminister and educate patient regarding medications, within scope of practiceAttend required training and staff meetings to maintain and expand skills Job Requirements: Successful Candidates Bring:Excellent communication skillsDesire to collaborate with care teamsAbility to problem solveEducation/Training:Accredited practical nursing program completionDialysis experience preferred, not requiredCurrent South Carolina LPN licenseCurrent CPR/AED certificationCurrent state IV therapy training requirements, if applicableDCI provides a comprehensive education program, including classroom group sessions and one-on-one skills trainingDCI's Differentiator:Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation's largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations. Learn more about DCI and see if we're hiring in a clinic near you! DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at or . Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.For more information about equal opportunity please see: ; ; ; and .
Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted: 09/20/2022

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