Our Kidney Dialysis Unit (KDU), located at Moses H Cone Hospital, is a 10-bay suite with a primary focus on patients with End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) and Acute Kidney Injury (AKI). We also focus on patients who need Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) and Apheresis services to include therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE), red cell exchange and white blood cell / platelet depletion.
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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 Nurses
Campus: Moses Cone Hospital
| 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. |
| 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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