PRN Chronic / Outpatient Dialysis Charge Nurse

Somatus, Inc.•Alexandria, VA

About The Position

The Hemodialysis Registered Nurse (Chronic) provides chronic hemodialysis care and treatment in an outpatient setting, including initial and ongoing assessments and patient training and education as applicable. The nurse communicates with physicians and other members of the health care team to interpret, adjust, and complete care plans in a timely manner. The role supports the chronic unit management team in maintaining standards for quality, patient satisfaction, staff development, business management as appropriate, teamwork, culture, and employee satisfaction. Under the oversight of the Medical Director, Director of Outpatients, and Facility Administrator, the nurse delivers safe and effective care in accordance with company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations. This is a PRN role. The nurse performs hemodialysis treatment and related technical duties, supports patients and staff, maintains a safe clinical environment, documents care, helps maintain equipment and supplies, and contributes to staff training, quality improvement, and professional development.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted RN license.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to use computer skills to generate effective reports.
Ability to foster cooperation, collaboration, and teamwork.
Ability to prioritize needs and work independently in an unstructured environment.
Ability to relate to people in a way that instills confidence and establishes rapport.
Ability to be flexible and adaptable at unit and corporate levels.
Ability to make sound decisions in a timely manner and remain calm, interpret information, and provide solutions under stress.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and annual influenza vaccination, along with immunizations for Hepatitis, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and TB.

Responsibilities

Deliver prescribed hemodialysis care to assigned patients in accordance with established procedures and state requirements.
Initiate, monitor, and discontinue dialysis treatments; assess patients before and after treatment and report problems or significant changes in condition to the Facility Administrator or Charge Nurse.
Establish priorities of care and use observations, assessments, and communication to identify dialysis- and non-dialysis-related problems.
Provide patient and family education and training as appropriate.
Follow infection-control precautions, cleaning procedures, and isolation procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and self.
Perform hemodialysis access care and administer and document medications as authorized.
Document pertinent information clearly, completely, and accurately, including during electronic-record downtime.
Participate in formulating, updating, and revising nursing care plans and their short- and long-term goals.
Perform or assist with emergency procedures, including patient evacuation during a fire and participation in mock drills.
Obtain ordered blood samples and other specimens.
Perform and assist with safe operation, disinfection, and inventory control of equipment according to policy, manufacturer recommendations, and regulatory guidelines.
Assist with supply ordering and inventory records; keep the unit neat, orderly, and stocked; and use equipment, time, and supplies economically.
Maintain competency in dialysis and water-treatment equipment operations, sanitization, maintenance, and special procedures.
Work with supervisors and Biomedical Engineering on equipment care, routine maintenance, cleaning, and use; report equipment and supply problems appropriately.
Pick up and deliver supplies, blood samples, records, and reports as directed.
Assume administrative duties under the direction of the Facility Administrator, Charge Nurse, or Director of Outpatients.
Assist with orientation and training of new and existing staff.
Assist with continuous quality improvement projects and promptly communicate water, equipment, or facility problems.
Communicate effectively with physicians, supervisors, coworkers, patients, and families, and maintain positive working relationships with medical staff.
Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and required clinical and corporate training; seek professional growth and resources when needed.