LPN

Provides specialized care to patients with kidney failure by administering hemodialysis or peritoneal treatments, usually under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). They monitor vital signs, assess vascular access sites (fistulas/grafts), operate dialysis equipment, and document patient, treatment, and condition changes.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Role under direct RN supervision
• Provide nursing care throughout patient assessment, initiation and discontinuation of treatment; monitor during and assess following treatment; and obtain necessary lab work
• Assess and monitor patient’s access with intervention as appropriate
• Follow the clinic’s infection control policies and procedures
• Understand concepts of water treatment and effects on patient care
• Communicate effectively to keep charge nurse aware of patient condition changes
• Know and follow clinic risk management program
• Administer and educate patient regarding medications, within scope of practice
• Attend required training and staff meetings to maintain and expand skills