Outpatient Rn Jobs

The Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry-level designation in the Clinical Advancement Program. The nurse is responsible for providing and coordinating clinically competent care—including patient assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation—for an assigned group of patients. The role may include delegating appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff. As part of the End Stage Kidney Disease health care team, the nurse participates in decision-making, patient education, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that support patient outcomes and facility operations. Duties are performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policies, procedures, nursing practice standards, and applicable state and federal regulations. The nurse works under the direction of a Supervisor and with guidance from a Clinical Educator, Preceptor, or other Registered Nurses. The role includes assessment and documentation before, during, and after hemodialysis; coordinating safe and effective delivery of treatment; educating patients and families; administering medications; responding to emergencies; and collaborating with the Interdisciplinary Team on patient care plans. CAP requirements must be completed for advancement. The position involves direct patient care in a health care facility and may require travel to training sites or other facilities. Physical demands include frequent and prolonged standing, bending, heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. With assistance, the employee may sometimes move machines and equipment weighing up to 200 pounds and lift chemical and water solutions weighing up to 30 pounds as high as five feet. The work environment has controlled air temperature and moderate noise levels, with possible exposure to infectious and contagious diseases or materials. Day-to-day work also includes desk and computer work and interaction with patients, facility or hospital staff, and physicians.