Registered Nurse - RN- Paid training in dialysis

Company: Fresenius Medical Care
Location: Columbus
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Sign on bonus available based off of experience at some locations.About this role: As a Dialysis Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) with Fresenius Medical Care, you will be part of a close-knit, collaborative team responsible for delivering unique care plans and providing dialysis treatment to patients facing end stage renal disease or chronic kidney disease. Our clinic RNs build strong bonds and lasting relationships with people who entrust us with their care, their families, and fellow care team members.How you grow or advance: As a Dialysis RN, you will enter our Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) to grow and advance in your career. By participating in CAP, you will develop clinical leadership skills, derive greater career satisfaction, have an opportunity to share your expertise with others, and be recognized for your experience, knowledge, and clinical expertise. All new hires will begin at the appropriate CAP level based on prior experience and education.Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing financial support when personal hardship hits, we take care of our people.Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: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.

• As a member of the nephrology health care team, you will participate in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.
• Coordinates patient care including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of hemodialysis patients. This includes delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff.
• Performs all essential functions of an Outpatient RN under supervision (based on prior experience).
• Performs ongoing analysis of patient data with each patient visit and document in the patient medical record.
• Adjusts or modify the treatment plan as indicated and notify supervisor as needed.
• Provides initial and ongoing education to patient and family.
• Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and document appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
• Initiates or assist with emergency response measures.
• Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing, and shipping procedures are performed.
• Collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team on the patient care plan.
• Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
• Completes CAP requirements to either maintain or advance within the program.EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
  • Current appropriate state licensure.
  • Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
  • Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
    • Qualities and traits: compassion, caring, support for colleagues, collaborative, reliable.
    • Experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred but not required).
    • Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred but not required).
    • Successfully pass the Ishihara Color Blind Test.

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