Dialysis Registered Nurse
Blue Mountain Hospital•Blanding, UT
•Onsite
About The Position
We are currently seeking a positive and motivated individual to fill a part-time dialysis unit RN position. This position involves working with patients in our dialysis unit as a key player for their life saving treatments.
Requirements
- Current state of Utah or compact state RN license required
- Must be able to stoop, safely lift, push and pull 25 pounds or more above the waist
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Must successfully pass a criminal background check
- Must obtain and maintain first aid / cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
- Willing to complete a typing test with a minimum of 30 WPM result
Nice To Haves
- CNN or CDN certifications preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Provide chronic hemodialysis therapy including but not limited to formulating a dialysis plan for ultra-filtration, initiating dialysis via various accesses, complying with all safety measures, and monitoring patient vital signs applicable to ESRD patients according to Plan of Care
- Administer medications, fluid therapy or other appropriate treatments per physician orders; document in the patient treatment record
- Perform patient assessment including but not limited to vital signs and all other parameters of the ESRD patients, review dialysis orders, determine general physical and mental condition of patient through observations and interview, assist in determining compliance to dietary or medication regimen, document compliance to dietary or medication regimen, document all observations appropriately
- Analyze patient data: assess and monitor status of vascular accesses, review lab work, patient assessments, and report any relevant changes or abnormalities to physician and or Manager of Dialysis Services
- Prepare and monitor dialysis machines and systems
- Direct involvement with preparing and/or overseeing dialysis water treatment systems for use according to established procedures
- Prepare dialysis delivery systems for use according to established procedure
- Inform Manager of Dialysis Services of any malfunctions
- Obtain machine and water cultures as requested
- Document patient medical records appropriately
- Complete treatment records
- Ensure availability of supplies
- Participate proactively in quality improvement programs
- Know and comply with Blue Mountain Hospital policies and procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations for patient care and services (CMS, OSHA, HIPAA or other governing agencies)
- Know and comply with all state or federal regulations of the Employee Health and Safety Training Program
- Comply with Blue Mountain Hospital Healthcare clinical and safety standards, policies, procedures and guidelines and all safety regulatory requirements, supporting survey readiness at all times
- Review pre and post dialysis care with patient
- Discuss health concerns with patient; review patient concerns with physician and/or Manager of Dialysis Services
- Diabetes Educator
- Provide ongoing patient education
- Administer quality patient care in a considerate, and respectful manner
- Work overtime with little or no notice as needed
- Attend team meetings, phone conferences, quality improvement meetings, educational activities, and training as needed or required
- Meet all annual competency and skills tests/checklists as applicable
- Read, know, understand, and follow employee guidelines, employment policies, and department or hospital procedures
- Consistent, regular, punctual attendance as scheduled is an essential responsibility of this position
- Know facility emergency plans and demonstrate ability to act swiftly and confidently in an emergency
- All other duties as assigned and within scope of practice
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
