Dialysis Registered Nurse - St. Joseph Acutes

U.S. Renal Care, Inc.•Mesa, AZ

15h

About The Position

The Acute Registered Nurse provides acute dialysis care and treatment to patients in a hospital environment. The nurse performs duties assigned by the Charge Nurse or Acute Manager and may assist with and supervise Patient Care Technicians and Licensed Vocational Nurses. Depending on the region and demographics, the position may report to an Acute Manager, Administrator, or the first line of regional operational management, such as an Area Director, Regional Director, or Vice President of Operations. The role includes administering physician-ordered medications; educating patients; assessing patients before and after treatment; initiating, managing, and ending dialysis treatments; and communicating with hospital nurses and physicians. The nurse prepares and maintains dialysis equipment and water treatment systems, follows infection-control and safety procedures, documents care, and reports patient-care, staff-safety, equipment, or water-treatment concerns. The nurse may also support staff training, delegate tasks as permitted, and contribute to clinical quality, operational readiness, and effective teamwork.

Requirements

Current RN license in the applicable state or compact, maintained in good standing.
CPR certification through a hospital-approved program.
Ability to pass color screening.
Working knowledge of English and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Basic computer skills and proficiency in all USRC clinical applications within 90 days of hire.
Meet applicable state practice requirements.
Meet minimum hospital or agency hiring standards, which may include additional background clearances and orientation requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least 12 months of current nursing experience is preferred.
Previous experience providing nursing care to patients on dialysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and rehospitalizations.
Ensure patient and treatment charge information and related data are accurate and submitted appropriately.
Use supplies and staff labor hours effectively; may participate in inventory management and follow purchasing protocols.
Perform assigned duties to meet patient-care and operational needs.
Administer medications as ordered by physicians, provide patient education, and follow up as needed.
Support program goals and quality metrics for patient outcomes and quality patient care.
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, company procedures, and hospital policies.
Complete water-quality verification and equipment safety checks before treatments, including a second verification when required.
Complete pre- and post-treatment physical assessments and handoff communications with hospital nurses.
Initiate and terminate treatments, including connecting and disconnecting catheters and cleaning catheter sites.
Set up dialysis machines, report machine problems, and clean, disinfect, and perform quality control on machines as required.
Participate in infection-control monitoring, implementation, and recording; use personal protective equipment as necessary.
Know emergency equipment and hospital emergency procedures.
Demonstrate effective staffing based on acuity, skill mix, and company guidelines.
Provide contracted dialysis services such as hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, CRRT, and plasmapheresis (TPE), as applicable.
Participate in required surveys and ensure nursing care and treatment follow physician orders.
Document required information in patient records and maintain dialysis records and systems according to policy.
Report patient-care, staff, and patient-safety incidents, conditions, and concerns to the appropriate supervisor, Medical Director, physician, or Hospital Liaison.
Prepare and maintain dialysis machines and systems, prepare the water treatment system for use, and troubleshoot technical problems independently as appropriate.
Notify the Biomedical Technician of machine or water-treatment malfunctions or out-of-parameter values and document as required.
Communicate assessment, reassessment, and monitoring results to physicians and maintain collaborative relationships with hospital healthcare professionals.
Promote GUEST customer-service standards, build effective organizational relationships, and address patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Attend required staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education; assist with staff training as requested.
Delegate tasks to competent licensed and unlicensed staff when permitted by applicable state practice requirements.
Lead staff in team concepts and promote teamwork.