Dialysis Registered Nurse (Part-Time)

U.S. Renal Care, Inc.•Shelbyville, IN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides care and treatment to patients with chronic renal disease as part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians. The role provides safe, comfortable, high-quality dialysis treatment and performs additional duties assigned to meet patient-care and clinic operational needs. Acute programs may report directly to an Administrator or to the first line of regional operational management, depending on the region and demographics. The nurse completes and documents pre- and post-treatment physical assessments, monitors patients during treatment, reviews patient medication profiles monthly, administers medications as ordered, and may assist physicians during rounds and implement their orders. The nurse supports patient education, anemia-management and medication protocols, and quality goals; collaborates with physicians and the interdisciplinary team on patient assessment and care planning; and communicates patient status and assessment results to appropriate parties. The role also includes initiating and terminating treatments, connecting and disconnecting catheters, cleaning catheter sites, setting up and disinfecting dialysis machines, reporting machine problems, and participating in infection-control activities. The nurse follows applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and safety procedures; uses personal protective equipment; and remains familiar with emergency equipment and procedures. The position may include delegating tasks to competent licensed and unlicensed staff and assisting with staff training.

Requirements

Current RN license in the applicable state, maintained in good standing.
Ability to distinguish all primary colors.
CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
Working knowledge of English and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
Meet applicable state practice requirements.
Meet applicable hospital or agency hiring standards, which may include background clearances and orientation requirements.
Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, communication, and confidentiality skills.
Interpersonal skills to work with patients, staff, insurance companies, and government and private agencies.
Ability to multitask efficiently, professionally, and calmly.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of current nursing experience preferred.
Previous experience providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide safe, comfortable, high-quality dialysis treatment and care to patients with chronic renal disease.
Complete and document pre- and post-treatment physical assessments and monitor patients during treatment.
Complete monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administer medications as ordered by physicians.
Assist physicians during patient rounds when needed, transcribe and implement physician orders promptly, and support anemia-management and medication protocols as requested.
Provide patient education and follow-up as needed.
Support clinical and operational processes intended to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments.
Complete patient admissions and collaborate with team members about patient treatment needs or potential problems.
Initiate and terminate patient treatments, including connecting and disconnecting catheters and cleaning catheter sites according to protocol.
Set up dialysis machines, report machine problems, and clean, disinfect, and perform required quality control on machines.
Participate in infection-control monitoring, implementation, and documentation; use personal protective equipment and follow emergency procedures.
Communicate patient assessment, reassessment, and monitoring results to physicians, team members, and others as appropriate.
Participate in interdisciplinary patient assessment and care planning and maintain collaborative relationships with the Medical Director and physicians.
Support staffing requirements and ratios under the direction of the Administrator and in accordance with state regulations.
Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, and continuing education; assist with staff training when requested.
Delegate tasks to competent licensed and unlicensed staff as permitted by applicable state practice acts and promote teamwork.
Use supplies and staff labor hours effectively and perform other duties assigned to meet patient-care or operational needs.