Dialysis Registered Nurse

About the role

The Registered Nurse provides chronic hemodialysis care and treatment, develops nursing care plans involving assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, training and education. Communication with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans and assists in research studies.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates applicable knowledge of policies and procedures related to the Registered Nurse/LPN/patient care tech for hemodialysis.
• Demonstrates ability to perform technical skills for the Registered Nurse including the patient's treatment, water treatment facility and emergency procedures, as determined by the competency assessment program.
• Share responsibilities of chart auditing with Charge RN.
• Delivers age specific care to assigned patients as prescribed, including all aspects of the hemodialysis procedure specifically trained to perform in accordance with state licensure.
• Establishes priorities of care, both emergent and non-emergent.
• Maintains a safe environment for self, patients and staff by utilizing proper body mechanics, and following universal infection control precautions and cleaning procedures under OSHA regulations.
• Assists with and performs all procedures of equipment maintenance, safe operation, disinfection and inventory control according to departmental policy, manufacturer, recommendations and regulatory agency guidelines.
• Communicates effectively with physicians, supervisor, coworkers, patient and families.
• Assumes administrative duties under the direction of the Unit Manager and Charge Nurse.
• Assists in orientation and training of new and existing staff.
• Acts as a resource person for staff members within the scope of practice.
• Absorbs additional duties and is responsible for specific projects that are assigned by Unit Manager and Medical Director.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelors in nursing or health related field preferred.
• Approximately one year nursing experience.
• Hemodialysis experience preferred, but will train.
• ICU/CCU experience preferred.
• Successful completion of training course in theory and practice of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.

Skills

• Clear and concise communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Attentiveness and empathetic response to others.
• Proficiency in utilizing computer skills for effective report generation.
• Skill in teaching and addressing the ethnic and spiritual needs of adult patients.
• Creating an environment that promotes cooperation, collaboration, and teamwork.
• Ability to engage with individuals at different levels within the corporate structure.
• Recognition and prioritization of urgent needs.
• Upholding confidentiality standards.
• Working independently in an unstructured environment.
• Motivating and inspiring team members.
• Establishing confidence and rapport in interpersonal interactions.
• Adaptability and flexibility in the unit.
• Seeking support and input from fellow team members.
• Making timely and well-informed decisions.
• Maintaining composure, interpreting data and conditions, and providing solutions under stress.