LVN Ambulatory

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 patients condition while on dialysis. Administers medications and accesses hemodialysis catheters for the patient care techs as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited school of vocational nursing is required. Two years experience in health care delivery as an LVN is required. Two years recent experience of dialysis is preferred.

LICENSURE

Current LVN licensure in the State of Texas is required. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card. Must maintain current CPR certification.