dialysis nurse

Fresenius Medical Care

<div></div><div><div><p>PURPOSE AND SCOPE:</p><p>
The registered professional nurse Home Therapies RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. Assesses and manages patients&rsquo; response to home dialysis training and treatment therapy by following prescribed predetermined protocols and communicates patient related issues to the physician as needed. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.</p><p></p><p>
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</p><p>
All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations.</p><p></p><ul><li>Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse.</li><li>Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of dialysis data for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor or physician as needed.</li><li>Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family&rsquo;s basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>Directs and provides, in collaboration with the patient, home care partner, direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the provision of safe and effective delivery of dialysis therapy to assigned patients.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.</li><li>Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.</li><li>Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.</li><li>Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.</li><li>Assists in the identification, evaluation, selection and education of Home Dialysis candidates and Home Partners.</li><li>Performs assessment and identifies barriers of the Home Dialysis candidate&rsquo;s home environment and partner / family readiness and ability to perform dialysis treatments in the home.</li><li>Trains Home Dialysis patients and / or Home Partners on the safe, effective operation and maintenance of all Home Dialysis equipment and treatment supplies through an organized and formal Home Dialysis Training Program.</li><li>Required to complete CAP requirements to advance.</li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul><p></p><p>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:</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><ul><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of equipment, patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.</li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.</li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Rotates coverage with other licensed home therapies staff as assigned to ensure reliable and adequate coverage.</li><li>Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.</li><li>The position may require travel to training sites, other facilities or patient homes.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations including patient&rsquo;s home with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li></ul><p></p><p>
SUPERVISION:</p><p>
Assigned oversight of LPNs/LVNs, RNs, Patient Care Technicians and Home Therapy Care Team Assistants as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in charge, after meeting all the following:</p><ul><li>Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 12 months experience as a RN.</li><li>Successful completion of 3 months experience as a RN in home peritoneal dialysis and / or hemodialysis.</li></ul><p></p><p>
EDUCATION and LICENSURE:</p><ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.</li></ul><p></p><p>
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:</p><ul><li>Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as a Registered Nurse.</li><li>Minimum of 1-year experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred)</li><li>Home dialysis therapy experience (preferred).</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></p><p><b>
EOE, disability/veterans</b></p></div>

Dialysis HHD PD Registered Nurse RN

<div><div><p>Dialysis experienced required</p></div><div><p><b>
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:</b></p><p>
The professional registered nurse Inpatient RN CAP 2 may be an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) for new employees who meet the RN CAP 2 criteria or attained through advancement from CAP 1. This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the kidney disease health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program operations.</p><p></p><p><b>
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><p>
All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, applicable contractual service agreements, state and federal regulations.</p><p></p><ul><li>
Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with the guidance from the Educator, Preceptor, or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse.</li><li>
Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre &ndash; during &ndash; post treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor, Physician, patient&rsquo;s primary nurse and others as indicated.</li><li>
Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family&rsquo;s basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>
Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor, appropriate physician, and the contracted facility/primary Nurse.</li><li>
Directs and provides safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality specific treatment procedures.</li><li>
Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed.</li><li>
Initiates and coordinates communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care.</li><li>
Performs the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier.</li><li>
Administers medications as prescribed and documents medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>
Initiates and assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>
Serves as a resource, leader, coach, mentor and role model for new and incumbent employees by setting examples of appropriate behavior, work habits and attitudes towards patients, co-workers, Supervisors and the company at the facility and area level.</li><li>
May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instructions to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually.</li><li>
May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis.
</li><li>May serve as a Preceptor to new employees.</li><li>
Required to complete CAP requirements to maintain or advance.</li><li>
Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS</b><b>:</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><ul><li>
The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.</li><li>
This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>
The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.</li><li>
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.</li><li>
May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>
May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li><li>
Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li><li>
The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities.</li><li>
Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.</li><li>
Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul><p>
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.</p><p></p><p><b>
SUPERVISION:
</b></p><p>Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:</p><ul><li>
Successful completion of all FKC education and modality specific training requirements.</li><li>
6 months experience in acute dialysis as a RN.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:</b></p><ul><li>
Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>
Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification</li><li>
Must meet the practice requirements in all states employed.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS</b>:</p><ul><li>
Entry level for RNs with minimum 2 years or more of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last 2 years as a RN.</li><li>
Acute dialysis experience (preferred).</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.<br>
<br>
Hourly Rate: $39.00 - $65.00<br>
<br>
Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.<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.<br>
<br>
Bonus Eligible Positions &ndash; include language below.<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><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>

Inpatient Registered Nurse - RN - Dialysis

Diaverum

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Staff Nurse - Saudi Arabia
</p></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>Riyadh, SA, 3734
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Date Posted: </b>1 Mar 2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Contract type: </b>Permanent
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Work Type: </b>On-site
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Part Time / Full Time: </b>Full Time
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>About Diaverum:</b></p>
<p>
We are a purpose-driven organization &ndash; delivering life-enhancing renal care because everyone deserves a fulfilling life. Our standardized, world-class care delivery sets us apart. Diaverum provides life enhancing renal care to patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), enabling them to live fulfilling lives. We are one of the world&rsquo;s leading providers of renal care and the largest service provider in the Middle East. Our core service is hemodialysis, but our expertise stretches far beyond this. We offer support and treatments ranging from preventive care, peritoneal dialysis and home care to the coordinated management of patients&rsquo; comorbidities and transplant services. At the heart of what we do is our highly standardized proprietary care delivery model, supported by a continuously evolving digital infrastructure.</p>
<p>
For more details, please visit our website &ndash;<b> </b>Diaverum Saudi Arabia</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
About the Role:</b></p>
<p>
To provide high provide a proactive, safe and quality patient centered care according to established Diaverum Policy, Procedures, and Standards of Nursing Practice.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Key responsibilities:</b></p>
<div><b>
Coordination of Patient care</b><br>
Maintains high standards of patient care</div>
<ul><li>Provide chronic hemodialysis therapy including but not limited to formulating a dialysis plan for ultra-filtration, initiating dialysis via various accesses, complying with the safety measures, and monitoring patient vital signs applicable to ESRD patients according to Plan of Care.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Administer medications, fluid therapy or other appropriate treatments per physician orders and documents them in the patient medical records.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Perform patient assessment including but not limited to vital signs and all other parameters of the ESRD patients, review dialysis orders, determine general physical and mental condition of patient through observations and interview, assist in determining compliance to dietary or medication regimen, and document all observations appropriately in the patient&rsquo;s medical records.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Analyze patient data; assess and monitor status of vascular accesses, review laboratory works, patient assessments and report any relevant changes or abnormalities to the physician.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Prepare and monitor dialysis machines and systems.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintain and monitor dialysis water treatment system for use according to the established procedures.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Prepare dialysis delivery systems for use according to established procedure and inform to the biomed technician for any malfunctions.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Participate proactively in Performance Improvement (PI) and Quality Improvement and Patient Safety (QPS) programs.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Review pre and post hemodialysis care with patient.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Discuss health concerns with patient; review patient concerns with physician as necessary.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provide ongoing patient education.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provides direct care to patients and families utilizing established Diaverum Standards.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Knows and applies the company Policies and Procedures.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensures that patient privacy and confidentiality is maintained at all times.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Assesses the patient&rsquo;s condition and nursing needs. Sets goals in conjunction with the patient and significant others. Delivers appropriate nursing interventions to meet the goals.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Administers medications and performs treatments in accordance with established Policies and Procedures.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintains concise and accurate nursing records in iRIMS as well as in paper medical records. Protect the privacy and confidentiality of the information at all times</li></ul>
<ul><li>Cooperates with medical and non-medical staff in implementing multi-disciplinary and nursing activities for patient care.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person/(s) and records those observations accurately.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Educational Responsibilities</b></div>
<div>
Maintains own professional growth</div>
<ul><li>Assumes responsibility for own learning and development needs.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Keeps abreast of current developments in nursing, medicine, and allied professions.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Participation in Management of the Patient</b></div>
<div>
Controlling and directing the clinic to encourage quality patient care</div>
<ul><li>Maintains a safe, clean and secure environment for patients and colleagues by following fire, safety and infection control policies and procedures.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensures that equipment and supplies are kept clean, and appropriately maintained.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Identify potential risk and report immediately.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Communication</b></div>
<div>
Interacts effectively with patients, family and team members to maintain standards of professional care to patients and families</div>
<ul><li>Demonstrates sensitivity to cultural and religious beliefs through a caring, respectful attitude, presentation and delivery.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills using recognized medical terminology.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Promotes positive working relationships within the team.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Uses supplies and resources in a cost-effective manner</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p>
<div><b>
Education</b></div>
<div>
&ndash; Registered Nurse, Bachelor Degree in Nursing</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Experience</b></div>
<div>
&ndash; Saudi Nationals: no experience necessary</div>
<div>
&ndash; Non-Saudis: Minimum of 2 years&rsquo; experience in dialysis as a dialysis nurse</div>
<div>
&ndash; Certified in BCLS and preferably in ACLS</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Skills</b></div>
<div>
&ndash; Any other specific skills required for the position</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Languages</b></div>
<div>
&ndash; Good communication skill preferably both in English and Arabic</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
IT Skills</b></div>
<div>
&ndash; Computer literate</div><br>
<p></p>
<p>
This is a great opportunity to join a purpose-driven and growing healthcare organization that values competence, inspiration, and passion.</p>
<p>
Join a global team where your contribution matters &mdash; and where every role supports the delivery of life-enhancing renal care.</p></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Staff Nurse

DaVita

<div><p><b>Posting Date</b></p>
03/17/2026<p></p>
1501 O Street Sw, Auburn, Washington, 98001-6568, United States of America<p></p><p>
DaVita is seeking an organized, self-directed RN to manage Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) patients. You&rsquo;ll educate patients and caregivers in-clinic, enabling them to perform dialysis independently at home. This role blends clinical care, patient education, and case management.<br>
<br>
Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>
Train patients and caregivers on PD procedures and self-care</li><li>
Manage a caseload of PD patients, including assessments and care planning</li><li>
Monitor treatment progress, conduct home visits, and provide on-call support</li><li>
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes</li></ul><p><br>
Schedule:</p><p></p><ul><li>
Monday&ndash;Friday, 8-hour shifts</li><li>
Weekends and holidays off</li><li>
Flexible scheduling to manage your own caseload</li></ul><p><br>
Requirements:</p><p></p><ul><li>
RN license in the state of practice</li><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license, insurance, and reliable transportation</li><li>
ADN required; BSN preferred</li><li>
Basic computer skills (MS Word, Outlook)</li></ul><p><br>
Preferred Experience:</p><p></p><ul><li>
Dialysis (PD, HHD, chronic, or acute)</li><li>
Patient education or teaching background</li><li>
Case management or telehealth experience</li><li>
CNN or CDN certification</li></ul><p><br>
What We Offer:</p><p></p><ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match</li><li>
Paid time off and PTO cash-out</li><li>
Mental health and family support (EAP, Headspace, parental leave, etc.)</li><li>
Paid training and ongoing professional development</li></ul><p><br>
Empower patients to take control of their care. Make a meaningful impact&mdash;apply today.</p><p>
#LI-TA1</p><p></p><p>
At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as &quot;a place where I belong.&quot; Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.</p><p></p><p>
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.</p><p></p>
The Wage Range for the role is $44.00 - $61.00/hour.<p></p>
Registered Nurse PD Experienced: $47.00 - $61.25/hour.<p>
</p><p></p>If a candidate is hired, they will be paid at least the minimum wage according to their geographical jurisdiction and the exemption status for the position.<p></p>
Washington Exempt: $80,168.40/year Washington Non-exempt: Bellingham: $19.13/hour, Burien: $21.63/hour, Everette: $20.77/hour, Unincorporated King County: $20.82/hour, Renton: $21.57/hour, Seattle: $21.30/hour, Tukwila: $21.65/hour, Remainder of Washington state: $17.13/hour<div><p>
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates</p></div><p></p><p>
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate&rsquo;s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
</p><p></p><p><b>Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.</b></p></div>

Registered Nurse

Boston Children's Hospital

<p></p><div><div><div><div>The Dialysis Unit at Boston Children&rsquo;s provides a spectrum of dialysis care to both chronic outpatients as well as acute inpatients. We support patients with peritoneal dialysis, hemodialysis and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) from neonates to adolescents. We have had the distinction of achieving the highest rank in the US News and World Report&rsquo;s Best Children&rsquo;s Hospitals Nephrology Specialty for many years.<br>
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<b>Key Responsibilities</b><ul><li>
Working in a busy and highly regulated Dialysis Program; providing dialysis care on both inpatient and outpatient settings. Patient population includes infants to adolescents.
</li><li>Working 40 hours per week: Monday through Saturday, 10-hour shifts. On call requirement is one overnight shift/week; rotating Sunday on-call coverage.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Minimum Qualifications</b><br>
<br>
<b>Education:</b><ul><li>
A bachelor's degree in nursing</li></ul><br>
<b>
Experience:</b><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year RN experience required.</li><li>
Dialysis experience preferred (adult or pediatric), inpatient pediatric experience preferred.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Licensure/Certifications</b><ul><li>
Current Massachusetts license as a Registered Nurse (RN)</li></ul></div>
</div><div><p><b>Status</b></p>
<div>Full-Time</div>
</div><div><p><b>Regular, Temporary, Per Diem</b></p>
<div>Regular
</div></div><div><p><b>Standard Hours per Week</b></p>
<div>40
</div></div><div><p><b>Pay Range</b></p>
<div>$84448.00-$181864.80 Annual</div>
</div><div><p><b>Office/Site Location</b></p>
<div>Boston</div>
</div><div><p><b>Job Posting Category</b></p>
<div>Nursing</div>
</div><div><p><b>Remote Eligibility
</b></p><div>Onsite Only</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Registered Nurse - Dialysis (Inpatient & Outpatient) - 40 hours

<div><div><p><b>CHT preferred
</b></p></div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Full time - 4 days a week</b></h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PURPOSE</b><b> </b><b>AND</b><b> </b><b>SCOPE:</b></h1><p>
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization 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 organization 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 organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PRINCIPAL</b><b> </b><b>DUTIES</b><b> </b><b>AND</b><b> </b><b>RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></h1><p><b>
Patient Related</b></p><p>
Education:</p><ul><li>
Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.</li></ul><p>
Treatment:</p><ul><li>
Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.</li><li>
Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.</li><li>
Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment</li><li>
Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
</li><li>Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
</li><li>Monitor patients&rsquo; response to dialysis therapy.</li><li>
Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
</li><li>Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing &amp; sitting blood pressure</li><li>
Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
</li><li>Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>
Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
</li><li>Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients&rsquo; dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
</li><li>Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
</li><li>Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
</li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
</li><li>Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>
Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>
Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>
Evaluate patients&rsquo; vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>
Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
</li><li>Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
</li><li>Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
</li><li>Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.</li></ul><p><b>
Staff Related</b></p><ul><li>
Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.</li></ul><p>
Education/Communication:</p><ul><li>
Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>
Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>
Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>
Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).</li><li>
Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
RECORD KEEPING:</b></p><ul><li>
Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
</li><li>Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
</li><li>Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
</li></ul><p>omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.</p><ul><li>
Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
</li><li>Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
</li><li>Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
</li><li>Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.</li></ul><p><br>
</p><p><b>INFECTION CONTROL:</b></p><ul><li>
Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
</li><li>Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
</li><li>Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
</li><li>Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.</li></ul><p><br>
</p><p><b>TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:
</b></p><ul><li>Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
</li><li>Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law</li><li>
Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
</li><li>Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.</li><li>
Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
</li><li>Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.</li><li>
Assists with coordination of transition to patient&rsquo;s modality choice.
</li><li>Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
</li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>PHYSICAL</b><b> </b><b>DEMANDS</b><b> </b><b>AND</b><b> </b><b>WORKING</b><b> </b><b>CONDITIONS:</b></h1><ul><li>
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee</li></ul><p>
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable</p><p>
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><ul><li>
Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul><p>
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable</p><p>
accommodations can be made.</p><ul><li>
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.
</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>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.</li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
EDUCATION</b><b> </b><b>AND</b><b> </b><b>LICENSES:</b></h1><ul><li>
High School diploma or G.E.D. required.</li><li>
Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.</li><li>
All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards</li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS</b><b>:</b></h1><ul><li>
Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.</li><li>
Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.</li></ul><p></p><div><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.<br>
<br>
Hourly Rate: $24.00 - $29.00</p><p></p><p>
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.</p></div><p><b><br>
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>

Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis

<div></div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>PURPOSE</b><b> </b><b>AND</b><b> </b><b>SCOPE:</b></h1><p>
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization 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 organization 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 organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PRINCIPAL</b><b> </b><b>DUTIES</b><b> </b><b>AND</b><b> </b><b>RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></h1><p><b>
Patient Related</b></p><p>
Education:</p><ul><li>
Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.</li></ul><p>
Treatment:</p><ul><li>
Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.</li><li>
Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.</li><li>
Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment</li><li>
Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
</li><li>Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
</li><li>Monitor patients&rsquo; response to dialysis therapy.</li><li>
Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
</li><li>Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing &amp; sitting blood pressure</li><li>
Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
</li><li>Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>
Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
</li><li>Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients&rsquo; dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
</li><li>Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
</li><li>Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
</li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
</li><li>Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>
Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>
Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>
Evaluate patients&rsquo; vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>
Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
</li><li>Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
</li><li>Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
</li><li>Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.</li></ul><p><b>
Staff Related</b></p><ul><li>
Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.</li></ul><p>
Education/Communication:</p><ul><li>
Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>
Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>
Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>
Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).</li><li>
Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
RECORD KEEPING:</b></p><ul><li>
Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
</li><li>Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
</li><li>Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
</li></ul><p>omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.</p><ul><li>
Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
</li><li>Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
</li><li>Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
</li><li>Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.</li></ul><p><br>
</p><p><b>INFECTION CONTROL:</b></p><ul><li>
Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
</li><li>Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
</li><li>Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
</li><li>Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.</li></ul><p><br>
</p><p><b>TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:
</b></p><ul><li>Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
</li><li>Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law</li><li>
Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
</li><li>Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.</li><li>
Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
</li><li>Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.</li><li>
Assists with coordination of transition to patient&rsquo;s modality choice.
</li><li>Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
</li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>PHYSICAL</b><b> </b><b>DEMANDS</b><b> </b><b>AND</b><b> </b><b>WORKING</b><b> </b><b>CONDITIONS:</b></h1><ul><li>
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee</li></ul><p>
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable</p><p>
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><ul><li>
Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul><p>
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable</p><p>
accommodations can be made.</p><ul><li>
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.
</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>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.</li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
EDUCATION</b><b> </b><b>AND</b><b> </b><b>LICENSES:</b></h1><ul><li>
High School diploma or G.E.D. required.</li><li>
Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.</li><li>
All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards</li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS</b><b>:</b></h1><ul><li>
Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.</li><li>
Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.</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>

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