Licensed Practical Nurse

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DaVita is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse who is looking to give life in an outpatient dialysis center. We accept and welcome new graduate LVN's for this position! Typical hours are M/W/F or T/T/S, anywhere between 4am-8pm for a total of 36-40 hours per week.

Requirements:

• Current LPN-LVN license in the state of practice required

• Current CPR certification required

• IV certification required if required by state regulations

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Completed training program approved by the medical director and the governing body as required by CMS guidelines prior to operating the water treatment system

• BONENT or CHT certification preferred or as required by state regulation

• Minimum of one year's experience in a hospital or clinical setting preferred

• Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook required; functional proficiency in computer systems of DaVita within 90 days of hire required)

Some details about this position:

• No Dialysis experience is required.

• Training may take place in a facility or a training clinic other than your assigned home clinic

• Float to various facilities during and after your training

• You must have a flexible schedule and be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) at DaVita Kidney Care play a critical role in supporting patients undergoing dialysis treatment. Their responsibilities typically include:

Patient Care: LVNs monitor and care for patients before, during, and after dialysis treatments. This includes checking vital signs, assessing patient status, and reporting any changes to the supervising RN or physician.

Dialysis Treatment Support: They assist with the setup and operation of dialysis machines, ensure proper functioning, and help manage access sites (such as fistulas or catheters).

Medication Administration: Under the direction of an RN or physician, LVNs may administer prescribed medications, including those related to dialysis (e.g., heparin or erythropoietin).

Documentation: LVNs document patient information accurately, including treatment data, responses to therapy, and any complications.

Patient Education: They help educate patients about their treatments, medications, and overall kidney health, reinforcing instructions provided by RNs or nephrologists.

Team Collaboration: LVNs work closely with registered nurses, dietitians, social workers, and physicians to provide holistic care and ensure continuity of care.

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?

If you haven't considered Nephrology before, read on as we think that you should.

DaVita - which is Italian for "giving life" - is working to provide quality service to patients, partners, and teammates. Our mission is to be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice.

• Build meaningful and long term relationships with patients and their family in an intimate outpatient setting.

• Be a part of a team that supports and relies on each other in a positive environment.

• Deliver care to patients who are often dealing with multiple co-morbidities which require unique treatment plans and the ability to leverage a broad range of nursing skills and knowledge.

• You will work with your head, heart and hands each day in a fast paced environment.

What we'll provide:

DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most including:

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out

• Support for you and your family: family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, and more

• Paid training

DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our teammates to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives.

Ready to make a difference in the lives of patients? Take the first step and apply now.

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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

Salary/ Wage Range

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

Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.