Licensed Practical Nurse in Renal Care

POSITION SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides skilled direct patient care (dialysis) and monitoring of renal dialysis patients. Operates all renal dialysis equipment and recognizes changes in the renal patient's condition while on dialysis. Administers medications and accesses hemodialysis catheters for the patient care techs as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Three years recent experience in general patient care and successful completion of a 3-month probation period is required. Verification of course completion in accordance with all American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider guidelines is required. ?

LICENSURE

Current LVN licensure in the State of Texas is required.