Urwah Admin

Fresenius Medical Care

<div></div><div><div><p>Fresenius Medical Care Pakistan is the wholly owned subsidiary of FMC Germany, the company is currently revamping its structures and looking for suitable, experienced, and dynamic professionals who can add value to company growth and expansion plans.
</p><p></p><p>The roles require to manages complete tender processing, prepares and submits bids, coordinates required financial and departmental documents, handles customer master data and SAP POs, prepares sales quotations, and maintains all tender and record trackers.</p><p><br>
</p><ul><li>Circulate tender notice with sales team, its tracking and arrange bidding documents.</li><li>
Prepare Technical &amp; Financial Offers, Arrangement of tender supporting documents and their complications according tender requirement, upload on EPAD and dispatch to respective sales persons before its due date.</li><li>
Coordinate withthe Accounts department for the preparation of financial instruments for tenders and after award of tender arrange performance securities and stamp duties.</li><li>
Collaborate with supply chain, accounts and QREM department regarding required information/documents for tender.</li><li>
Create/maintain the customer's master data.</li><li>
Create Customer purchase order in SAP and execute of stock with coordination to supply chain.</li><li>
Preparation of the sales quotations of products.</li><li>
Maintain tender tracker and sales quotation issuance record.</li><li>
Maintain all the tender&rsquo;s, customer's POs, and financial instrument's record.</li><li>
Any other additional task assigned by management.</li></ul></div></div>

Tender & Sale Services Executive

<div></div><div><div><div><b>PURPOSE AND SCOPE:</b></div><div>
The student intern supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.</div><div></div><div>
The student intern functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed social worker in accordance with FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).</div><div></div><div><b>
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:</b></div><div>
An integral part of Social Work education that promotes students' identification with the purposes, values and ethics of the profession; fosters the integration of empirical and practice-based knowledge; and promotes the development of professional competence (CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards). A minimum number of required field education hours are established by the CSWE.</div><div></div><div><b>
The social worker student/intern may under direct guidance of a Licensed Social Worker:</b></div><div></div><div><b>
CUSTOMER SERVICES:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer services standards.</li><li>
Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.</li><li>
Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.</li><li>
Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve, and follow up regarding customer services issues with all customers in a timely manner.</li></ul></div><div><b>
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES RELATED TO PATIENT CARE:</b></div><div><b>
Patient Assessment/Care Planning Counseling:</b></div><div><ul><li>
As a member of the interdisciplinary team, assesses patients' psychosocial status, strengths and areas of need that may affect rehabilitation and optimal treatment outcomes as part of the comprehensive patient assessment.</li><li>
Participates in care planning in collaboration with the patient and healthcare team to identify effective interventions that will help the patient meet rehabilitation, treatment goals, and improve quality of life.</li><li>
Utilizes FMS Ultra Care patient education programs, established social work theory and methods and quality of life measurement instruments as part of assessment and care planning to resolve barriers and meet patient treatment goals.</li><li>
Provides established outcomes driven psycho-educational counseling methods aimed at improving areas of need, treatment adherence, vocational/educational rehabilitation and/or quality of life.</li><li>
Provides supportive and goal directed counseling to patients who are seeking transplant.</li><li>
Assesses patient awareness of advance directives; assists with accessing advance directive forms/information and facilitates discussion of advance directive wishes, if necessary, with the healthcare team and the patient's family/support persons.</li><li>
Will provide general information about Do Not Resuscitate Orders and Advanced Directives.</li><li>
Provides information and assists the team and patient with referral to community resources (home health services, vocational rehabilitation, etc.) to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.</li><li>
Provides usual care and/or Social Work Intensive to address non-adherence and quality of life concerns for all patients.</li><li>
Knowledgeable of and adheres to FMCNA Social Work Policy, including documentation.</li></ul><b>
Patient Education:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Assess patient knowledge of kidney disease for barriers that may affect adherence to treatment. Works with patient, family and health care team to provide education tailored to the patient's learning style and needs.</li><li>
With other members of the interdisciplinary team, provides appropriate information about all treatment modalities. Facilitates the transplant referral process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team, if delegated by Clinical Manager.</li><li>
Provides ongoing education to patient/family regarding psychosocial issues related to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and all support services that are available.</li><li>
Reviewed patient rights and responsibilities, grievance information (company and network) and other facilities policies with patient and/or the patients' representative to ensure patients' understanding of the rights and expectations of them.</li><li>
Collaborates with the team on appropriate QAI activities.</li></ul></div><div><b>
Insurance and Financial Assistance:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Maintains current knowledge regarding local vocational/educational rehabilitation programs and assist patients with referral and access to vocational rehabilitation to enable them to remain employed, become employed or receive education.</li><li>
Understands FMCNA financial policies and procedures as they related to patient services. Collaborate with Financial Coordinators to educate patients about programs that may be available to assist with uncovered services, how to resolve billing concerns, and understand financial responsibilities.</li></ul><b>
Staff Related:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Works with the administrative support staff to maintain updated patient resource lists (e.g. maintain updated list of transportation resources).</li><li>
Develops and provides training to staff pertaining to psychosocial topics as needed. Trains staff in Ultra Care Programs as needed.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul></div><div><b>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:</b></div><div>
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div><div></div><div>
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</div><div></div><div>
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</div><div></div><div><b>
EDUCATION:</b></div><div>
High School diploma or G.E.D.</div><div></div><div><b>
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:</b></div><div>
Preferred outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers. Possess the desire to deliver superior care to our patients and embrace Fresenius' mission and values.</div><div></div><div><b>
RELATIONSHIPS:</b></div><div>
The Intern cannot work under the supervision of a family member.</div><div></div><div>
The Intern cannot care for a patient who is a family member. If an Intern's family member is a patient at the facility in which they work, the Intern will be scheduled to work on days the patient is not in the facility or will be assigned to another patient.</div><div></div><div><b>
SUPERVISION:</b></div><div>
The Clinical Manager assigns and closely monitors all SW Intern assignments with direct supervision from a SWFI based on the agreed education plan.</div><div></div><div><b>
OTHER:</b></div><div>
Performs additional duties as assigned.</div><p></p><p><b>
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.</b></p></div><p><b>
EOE, disability/veterans</b></p></div>

Student Social Work Clinical Placement

<div></div><div><div><p><b>PURPOSE AND SCOPE:</b><br>
The Nursing student supports FMCNA&rsquo;s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.</p><p><br>
The Nursing student functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).</p><p><b><br>
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:</b><br>
Nursing students must adhere to all facility and FMCNA policies and procedures.<br>
Based on the length of the clinical placement, the student nurses may perform all or some of the duties as time allows after they receive training in the specific functional area. Under the direction and visual supervision of an RN-P, the Student may:</p><p><i><br>
During Clinical placements for less than 3 months duration:</i><br>
<b><i>Required Education:</i></b></p><ul><li><i>
eLearning:</i> Infection Control; Intro to Basic Dialysis; Intro to Water self-study, Blood Glucose Monitoring</li><li><i>
PREP Classes</i>: Infection Control, Evaluating and Monitoring the Patient, Foot checks, water class</li></ul><p><b><i>
Allowable Duties:</i></b></p><ul><li>
Escort patients to and from the scale</li><li>
Assist patient with washing access</li><li>
Vital signs, including weight</li><li>
Attend daily huddles</li><li>
Surface disinfection stations/machines</li><li>
Hand crank in emergency</li><li>
Lab preparation</li><li>
Internal machine disinfection</li><li>
Check for residual bleach</li><li>
Mix bleach water</li><li>
Check blood sugars</li><li>
Administer ONSP per order</li><li>
Pre initiation safety check</li><li>
RN Assessment/POC in tandem with preceptor RN</li><li>
Attend Care plan meeting</li><li>
Crash cart, AED, refrigerator daily checks</li><li>
Medication review with preceptor</li><li>
Attend QAI Meeting</li><li>
Attend POC Meeting</li><li>
Foot checks with RN preceptor</li><li>
Access assessment with RN preceptor</li><li>
Obtain pH and conductivity of machine</li><li>
Observe in Home Therapies</li><li>
Attend a clinic day in HT</li><li>
Attend a day at the access center</li></ul><p><i>
During Clinical placement for 3-6 months duration:</i></p><p><b><i>
Required Education:</i></b></p><ul><li><b><i>
PREP Class: </i></b>Basic Access, Emergency Preparedness, Safety, Complications, Machine Day</li></ul><p><b><i>
Allowable Duties:</i></b></p><ul><li>
Machine Set up</li><li>
Machine tear down</li><li>
Post treatment emptying</li><li>
Water checks</li><li>
Draw blood cultures and labs</li><li>
Lead a daily huddle</li><li>
Initiate or terminate a treatment on a patient with a mature fistula or graft only (preceptor to cannulate)</li><li>
Medication administration: heparin, lidocaine, and NS</li><li>
Assist on QAI team project with preceptor RN</li><li>
Preparation of dialysate</li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications - External</b></p><p><b>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:</b></p><p>
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><p></p><p>
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</p><p></p><p>
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</p><p></p><p>
The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and &quot;material assist&rdquo; devices for the heavier items.</p><p></p><p><b>
EDUCATION:</b></p><p>
An individual who has successfully completed the following as provided by the academic program:</p><ul><li>Three quarters of the ADN program, or</li><li>Junior year of a BSN program, or</li><li>Two years of a nursing school program</li><li>Other programs require approval from Clinical Services and Education</li></ul><p></p><p>
Note: If a student nurse has completed an approved PCT certification program, please refer to PCT Student Clinical placement Policy that outlines allowable duties for students enrolled in a PCT certification program.</p><p></p><p><b>
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS</b></p><p>
Preferred outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers. Possess the desire to deliver superior care to our patients and embrace Fresenius&rsquo; mission and values.</p><p></p><p><b>
RELATIONSHIPS:</b></p><p>
The clinical placement student cannot work under the supervision of a family member.</p><p></p><p>
The student cannot care for a patient who is a family member. If the student&rsquo;s family member is a patient at the facility in which they work, the student will be scheduled to work on days the patient is not in the facility or will be assigned to another patient.</p><p></p><p><b>
SUPERVISION:</b></p><p>
Will be supervised by a Clinical Manager and Preceptor.</p><p></p><p>
Preceptor: An individual who directly supervises the work of the Nursing student in the dialysis facility.</p><p></p><p><b>
OTHER:</b></p><p>
Performs additional duties as assigned.</p><p></p><div><p><b>
 Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.</b></p></div></div><p><b>
EOE, disability/veterans</b></p></div>

Student Nurse Clinical Placement

<div></div><div><div><div><b>PURPOSE AND SCOPE:</b></div><div>
The student intern supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.</div><div></div><div>
The student intern functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing medical nutrition therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a registered dietitian in accordance with FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.</div><div></div><div><b>
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:</b></div><div>
Dietetic Intern: An individual who currently is enrolled in a Dietetic Internship or a university-based Coordinated Program in Dietetics accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).</div><div></div><div>
The dietetic student/intern may under direct guidance of the Renal Dietitian:</div><div><ul><li>
Review of Renal Nutrition Basics and other applicable components of the Orientation and Training requirements of staff dietitians</li><li>
Review the typical workflow for the Renal Dietitian, and/or Role of the RD</li><li>
Conduct a nutrition interview with a patient</li><li>
Calculate a diet prescription recommendation</li><li>
Provide nutrition counseling to patient/designated caregiver on the prescribed renal diet</li><li>
Collect data for initial, 90 day, semi-annual (if applicable by State), and annual Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Assessments</li><li>
Assist the registered dietitian in development and implementation of nutrition plan of care</li><li>
Review monthly nutrition data with patients and/or designated caregivers</li><li>
Practice writing monthly nutrition progress notes</li><li>
Provide input to the development and implementation of nutrition plan of care</li><li>
Create nutrition related projects for patients or staff (such as, bulletin board, patient/staff education handouts, games, lobby activity)</li><li>
Attend Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement and /or other interdisciplinary team meetings with the registered dietitian, and participate as appropriate</li></ul></div><div><b>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:</b></div><div>
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div><div></div><div>
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</div><div></div><div>
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</div><div></div><div><b>
EDUCATION:</b></div><div>
Bachelors or Master's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics; or current enrollment in an accredited Coordinated Program in Dietetics.</div><div></div><div><b>
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:</b></div><div>
Preferred outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers. Possess the desire to deliver superior care to our patients and embrace Fresenius' mission and values.</div><div></div><div><b>
RELATIONSHIPS:</b></div><div>
The Intern cannot work under the supervision of a family member.</div><div></div><div>
The Intern cannot care for a patient who is a family member. If an Intern's family member is a patient at the facility in which they work, the Intern will be scheduled to work on days the patient is not in the facility or will be assigned to another patient.</div><div></div><div><b>
SUPERVISION:</b></div><div>
The Clinical Manager assigns and closely monitors all Dietetic Intern assignments with direct supervision from a Registered Dietitian based on the agreed education plan.</div><div></div><div><b>
OTHER:</b></div><div>
Performs additional duties as assigned.</div><p></p><p><b>
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.</b></p></div><p><b>
EOE, disability/veterans</b></p></div>

Student Dietitian Clinical Placement

<div></div><div><div><p><b>PURPOSE AND SCOPE:</b></p><p></p><p>
The Clinical Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) programs to ensure the highest standards of patient care and regulatory compliance. This role oversees clinical outcomes, coordinates quality initiatives, ensures adherence to regulations, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to drive continuous improvement in patient safety and clinical quality performance. The scope of the clinical quality oversight of the position covers assigned treatment modalities (e.g. in-center, home modalities, or home hemodialysis and home peritoneal dialysis)</p><p></p><p><b>
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Lead or participate in the clinic&rsquo;s Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program in alignment with CMS, state, and organizational standards.</li><li>
Develop and implement action plans to address deficiencies and improve care delivery.</li><li>
Conduct regular audits and quality reviews to ensure compliance with clinical policies &amp; procedures.</li><li>
Facilitate staff education and training related to quality improvement, patient safety, and best practices.</li><li>
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and leadership to support evidence-based clinical initiatives.</li><li>
Prepare and present quality reports to clinic leadership and governing bodies.</li><li>
Ensure accurate documentation, data collection, and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>
Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement within the clinic.</li><li>
Manages the execution and achievement of Quality key performance indicators (assigned by Quality leadership team) and other clinical initiatives, interventions and standardized education materials with clinic teams within the assigned area(s).</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS</b><b>:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>
Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with facility staff and physicians.</li></ul></li><li>
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li><b>
Field:</b> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community, approx. 60%-80%.</li><li>Travel to Regional, Division and Corporate meetings may be required.</li><li><b>
Remote:</b> The position could require travel up to 10-15%</li></ul><p><b>
SUPERVISION:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
None</li></ul><p><b>
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS</b><b>:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Registered Nurse required</li><li>
BSN or bachelor&rsquo;s degree in healthcare-related field preferred (or equivalent experience).</li><li>
Certification in Nephrology Nursing or quality preferred</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS</b><b>:
</b></p><ul><li>3+ years of dialysis experience required.</li><li>
2+ years' experience in a leadership role.</li><li>
Strong organizational, critical thinking and customer service skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership competencies and adaptability to changes in priorities<ul><li>
Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the team, gain support and input while participating in quality improvement activities.</li></ul></li><li>
Strong verbal and written communications skills.</li><li>
Ability to analyze and propose alternate solutions, assist in resolving sensitive to complex issues</li></ul><p></p><p>
The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate&rsquo;s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Rate: $85,300 - $142,300<br>
<br>
Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance</p></div><p><b>
EOE, disability/veterans</b></p></div>

Strategic Clinical Quality Manager HT

<div></div><div><div><p><b>PURPOSE AND SCOPE:</b></p><p></p><p>
The Clinical Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) programs to ensure the highest standards of patient care and regulatory compliance. This role oversees clinical outcomes, coordinates quality initiatives, ensures adherence to regulations, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to drive continuous improvement in patient safety and clinical quality performance. The scope of the clinical quality oversight of the position covers assigned treatment modalities (e.g. in-center, home modalities, or home hemodialysis and home peritoneal dialysis)</p><p></p><p><b>
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Lead or participate in the clinic&rsquo;s Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program in alignment with CMS, state, and organizational standards.</li><li>
Develop and implement action plans to address deficiencies and improve care delivery.</li><li>
Conduct regular audits and quality reviews to ensure compliance with clinical policies &amp; procedures.</li><li>
Facilitate staff education and training related to quality improvement, patient safety, and best practices.</li><li>
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and leadership to support evidence-based clinical initiatives.</li><li>
Prepare and present quality reports to clinic leadership and governing bodies.</li><li>
Ensure accurate documentation, data collection, and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>
Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement within the clinic.</li><li>
Manages the execution and achievement of Quality key performance indicators (assigned by Quality leadership team) and other clinical initiatives, interventions and standardized education materials with clinic teams within the assigned area(s).</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS</b><b>:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>
Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with facility staff and physicians.</li></ul></li><li>
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li><b>
Field:</b> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community, approx. 60%-80%.</li><li>Travel to Regional, Division and Corporate meetings may be required.</li><li><b>
Remote:</b> The position could require travel up to 10-15%</li></ul><p><b>
SUPERVISION:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
None</li></ul><p><b>
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS</b><b>:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Registered Nurse required</li><li>
BSN or bachelor&rsquo;s degree in healthcare-related field preferred (or equivalent experience).</li><li>
Certification in Nephrology Nursing or quality preferred</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS</b><b>:
</b></p><ul><li>3+ years of dialysis experience required.</li><li>
2+ years' experience in a leadership role.</li><li>
Strong organizational, critical thinking and customer service skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership competencies and adaptability to changes in priorities<ul><li>
Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the team, gain support and input while participating in quality improvement activities.</li></ul></li><li>
Strong verbal and written communications skills.</li><li>
Ability to analyze and propose alternate solutions, assist in resolving sensitive to complex issues</li></ul></div><p><b>
EOE, disability/veterans</b></p></div>

Strategic Clinical Quality Manager

<div></div><div><div><p><b>PURPOSE AND SCOPE:</b></p><p>
Provides nutritional services for the facility&rsquo;s in-center and home patients as applicable in order to maximize the patient&rsquo;s nutritional status and improve clinical outcomes. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, supporting the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAI) activities. Actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve their individualized patient-specific goals as determined by the patient&rsquo;s physician.
</p><p></p><p><b>PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><ul><li>
Assesses patient&rsquo;s knowledge of diet and kidney disease and provides education appropriate to patient&rsquo;s learning needs regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process.</li><li>
Provides patient specific detailed education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process.</li></ul><ul><li>
Completes nutritional assessment and participates in the interdisciplinary comprehensive assessments.
</li><li>Participates with the interdisciplinary team in the development of a written, individualized comprehensive plan of care that specifies the services necessary to address the patient&rsquo;s needs, in accordance with established Federal and, where applicable, state licensure guidelines.
</li></ul><ul><li>Calculates diet prescription according to standard of practice.</li><li>
Completes progress notes on all chronic dialysis patients according to established FMCNA guidelines. Maintains complete and accurate documentation of all appropriate information in medical record according to established FMCNA policies and Federal and state regulations.</li><li>
Provides patient with ongoing nutrition assessment and outcome-oriented nutrition counseling necessary to assist patient in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status.
</li><li>Identifies malnourished patients as well as patients at risk for malnutrition and works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions, resources or solutions. Reviews each patient&rsquo;s albumin level and body weight at least monthly. Implements plan of care with involvement of patient/family/caregiver.</li><li>
Monitors adherence and response to nutrition therapy, adjusts therapy as needed to achieve and sustain an effective nutritional status, documents why the patient was unable to achieve the goals and implements the plan of care to address issues impacting the patient&rsquo;s ability to achieve the goals.
</li><li>Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on Urea Kinetic Modeling recommendations to achieve the physician&rsquo;s prescription of Kt/V.
</li><li>Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on management and recommendations for mineral metabolism and renal bone disease, anemia and iron status, nutritional status, psychosocial status, vascular access, modality, rehabilitation status and sodium/volume control.
</li><li>Adheres to FMCNA algorithm and medical record policies.
</li><li>Reports on nutrition QAI results and participates in the interdisciplinary QAI program.
</li><li>Collaborates and coordinates with team members in provision of Pre-ESRD education as appropriate.
</li><li>When appropriate, works with Case Manager to coordinate plan of care for patient education and identifies candidates to refer to physician for nutritional supplements, as per disease management agreements.</li><li>
Reviews nutrition related lab results:</li></ul><ul><li>
Counsels patient and/or caregiver and formulates appropriate action.</li><li>
Recommends treatment changes to the interdisciplinary team as appropriate.</li><li>
Communicates with physician and/or facility staff regarding lab results as appropriate.</li><li>
Communicates lab results and recommended treatment changes to providers of patient care in nursing facilities (i.e., hospitals, short term and long-term care facilities).
</li></ul><ul><li>Participates in pertinent staff meetings (i.e., general staff, quality improvement), Care plan meetings, and others as applicable.</li><li>
Consults with FMS Corporate Dietitian regarding nutrition concerns as needed.</li><li>
Maintains and improves knowledge and skills for a competent and innovative practice.</li><li>
Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education hours as specified by American Dietetic Association and state licensure regulations where applicable.</li><li>
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team, ensuring that all work areas are safe and clean.</li><li>
Other nutrition management duties as assigned.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS</b><b>:</b></p><ul><li>
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians.</li><li>
The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
SUPERVISION:</b></p><ul><li>
None</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS</b><b>:</b></p><ul><li>
Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration
</li><li>Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged.</li><li>
Current state licensure if applicable.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS</b><b>:
</b></p><ul><li>Minimum of 1-year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.</li><li>
Previous renal experience preferred.</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including ability to teach, strong organizational skills, excellent communication, customer service, relationship development, results orientation, team building and decision making.</li><li>
Able to perform responsibilities with minimum supervision.</li><li>
Basic computer skills required.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.</b></p></div><p><b>
EOE, disability/veterans</b></p></div>

Registered Dietitian

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