Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN

Fresenius - Mayfield, KY

Full-time - Entry Level

Mayfield, KY

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry-level position within the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) at Fresenius Kidney Care. This role is responsible for providing and coordinating clinically competent care for patients, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. The RN will work as part of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) healthcare team, participating in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities to enhance patient care outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate clinically competent care for assigned patients.
• Perform ongoing collection and analysis of patient data during hemodialysis treatment.
• Document patient data and treatment plans in the medical record.
• Assess and document patient/family learning needs and provide education.
• Direct and collaborate with patient care staff for safe delivery of hemodialysis therapy.
• Administer medications as prescribed and document effectiveness.
• Initiate emergency response measures as needed.
• Participate in staff training and orientation of new staff.
• Ensure correct laboratory collection and processing procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to update nursing assessments and care plans.
• Ensure patient awareness of transplant and treatment options.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current appropriate state licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
• Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Entry-level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years.

Nice-to-haves

• Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred).
• Minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN (preferred).

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP).
• Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.