CERTIFIED CLINICAL HEMODIALYSIS TECHNICIAN/ LPN

Horizon Health•Paris, IL

2d•$17 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Health is a Critical Access, Rural Health Facility comprised of 25-inpatient beds located in Paris, IL & a multitude of outpatient clinic settings including Family Practice and Specialty Clinics in Paris and surrounding cities. We have been serving residents of Edgar County since 1968 though community education, emergency services, and outpatient care. As we continue to expand our services & locations, our community has grown far beyond Paris. Our rich history and strong community support pave the way for the future of healthcare as we serve you—our family, friends, and neighbors. For the Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) role: The CHT is proficient in providing hemodialysis therapies to patients in with chronic renal failure. The CHT works under the delegation supervision of the Registered Nurse or Nephrology Provider. The CHT must possess the physical capabilities to successfully perform the job as stated in the physical requirements. Adherence to all policies and procedures is required. We will also accept a Licensed Practical Nurse that is wanting to learn Dialysis and willing to train for the role. For the staff hemodialysis Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) role: The L.P.N. is proficient in providing hemodialysis therapies to patient with Chronic Renal Failure. The L.P.N. works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, Medical Director and patient’s physician. The L.P.N. hemodialysis nurse must possess the physical capabilities to successfully perform the job as stated in the physical requirements. Adherence to all policies and procedures is required.

Requirements

Current National Recognized Nephrology Certification or Licensed Practical Nurse
Current and unencumbered Dialysis Technician Certification
CPR Certification
Minimum of 12 months hemodialysis experience in an acute or chronic dialysis setting
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Current nursing license in state of Illinois.
One or more years of current nursing experience preferred.
BLS Certification.
ACLS Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Demonstrates applicable knowledge of policies and procedures related to the Certified Hemodialysis Technician.
Demonstrates ability to work with any patient or staff, regardless of race, gender, disease process, lifestyle, religious or cultural beliefs, or treatment.
Initiates, monitors, and discontinues dialysis treatments according to established procedures. As directed by the dialysis RN assesses patients’ pre/post treatment and reports problems to the dialysis RN.
Follows priorities of care, both emergent and non-emergent defined by the Dialysis RN and/or physician.
Develops and assimilates theoretical and technical knowledge with observations, assessment, and communication skills to detect dialysis and non-dialysis related problems.
Dialyze isolation patients utilizing isolation precautions and prescribed procedure.
Performs hemodialysis access care according to established procedures.
Administers and documents medications as authorized by a physician and as further authorized or limited by the State Board of Nursing.
Reports any significant information or change in patient condition to dialysis RN.
Documents clearly, completely, and accurately all pertinent information on patient’s manual or electronic record.
Participates in the formulation, update, and revision of nursing care plans
Obtains blood samples and other specimens as ordered.
May monitor blood products, IV meds after started by an RN. Will clamp off and alert the RN when infusion complete.
Disinfect, clean dialysis equipment.
Store dialysis equipment and leave patient area neat and clean.
Machine maintenance, safety, and care
Prepares machines for hemodialysis treatments
Troubleshoots machine alarms as appropriate
Safely operate all dialysis-related equipment
Reports machine problems to mechanical technician
Removes disposables and cleans station after each treatment
Be familiar with all emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures
Performs duties to assist with the care of the patient.
Takes vitals and obtains weights of the patients.
Completes pretreatment and post treatment physicals, and mental assessments.
Prepares supplies for hemodialysis.
Initiates safely and terminates dialysis treatments per facility protocol.
Monitors patients during dialysis treatments.
Assists with changeover.
Gathers patient data and observation to report to the registered nurse.
Mixes acids and bicarbonate according to protocol.
Report any significant information or change in patient condition to the Charge Nurse.
Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment.
Reinforce teaching to patients.
Assists physicians during patient rounds.
Administers medications to patients.
Transcribes and implements physician orders.
Assist in patient care-plan meetings when appropriate.
Packages medical waste per facility protocol.
Disinfect bicarbonate containers hemostats and patient clamps as directed by facility protocol.
Stocks hemodialysis carts.
Fills bicarb jugs from mixer if applicable.
Fills acid jugs from mixer.
Performs other patient care assigned by Charge Nurse.
Responsible for reporting all incidents, information, complaints, or problems to the Nurse Manager.
Participate in continuous Quality Improvement activities.
Participates in gathering data for comparative and trending; to help identify opportunities for improvement.
Performs other related work as assigned.
Cross train to peritoneal dialysis.
Cross train to inpatient hemodialysis.