Registered Nurse Dialysis

National Renal Care LLC•Marrero, LA

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse delivers care and treatment to patients with chronic renal disease. This position performs duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse, including supporting and supervising Certified Hemodialysis Technicians.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license, in good standing, in the state of practice. License must be maintained as current and in good standing
Current CPR certification required
Confirmation of ability to differentiate primary colors
Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate in writing as well as verbally
Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all NRC clinical applications required within 30 days of hire
Must successfully complete training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency, within 30 days of hire
Successful completion of clinical skills checklist within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in dialysis preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with clinical and operational procedures to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments
Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours
Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care and/or operational needs of the facility
Document monthly review of patient medication profiles.
Administer in-center medications as ordered by the physician following the 5 rights of medication administration
Transcribe orders from medical staff
Assist with the implementation of anemia management and medication protocols per physician order
Provide and document patient education and follow up as needed
Complete patient admissions process as outlined in the policy and procedure
Complete pre and post treatment physical assessments
Initiate and terminate patient treatments to include connecting and disconnecting catheters or vascular accesses and cleaning catheter/vascular access sites per policies and procedures
Obtain blood samples, centrifuge samples and pack labs as required to complete physician orders
Perform duties at all times under the supervision of the Facility Administrator or Charge Nurse and within limits established by and in accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations
Follow policies and procedures for personal protective equipment (PPE) use
Setup hemodialysis machines according to policies and procedures
Respond to visual and audio alarms on machines; troubleshoot machine alarms
Remove disposables and clean station after each treatment following policies and procedures
Direct and lead the team in emergency response incidents
Obtain pre and post treatment weight of patient per policies and procedures
Safely initiate and terminate dialysis treatments per facility policies and procedures, and within scope of practice as allowed by state regulations
Monitor all patients during dialysis treatments at a minimum of every 30-minutes or per policies and procedures with accurate documentation
Review and approve treatment records ensuring accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment by end of shift
Maintain supplies in the nurses station and medication preparation area. Assist in keeping supply room clean and organized
Supervise and confirm proper procedure of water testing at the beginning of each shift by the assigned staff member per policies and procedures. Document quality control logs throughout the day and after all treatments, as required per policies and procedures
Report any significant information or change in patient condition to the patient physician
Report machine problems to the Biomedical Technician and Facility Administrator
Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend in-services and continuing education sessions in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Complete patient rounds with providers
Assist with staff training as requested
Participate in team concepts and promote a team environment
All other duties as assigned