Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN
Company: Fresenius Medical Care North America
Location: Richmond
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
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 Nephrology
Nurse Advancement Program (NNAP) to grow and advance in your
career. By participating in NNAP, 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 NNAP 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 ongoing analysis of
patient data with each patient visit and documents 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. Makes referrals to
Social Worker and Registered Dietitian as appropriate. Ensures
patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality
options. 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. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING
CONDITIONS: 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.
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. This
position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the
employee must be able to bend over. 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. 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. Day to day work includes desk work, computer
work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and
physicians. The position may require travel to training sites or
other facilities. May be asked to provide essential functions of
this position in other locations with the same physical demands and
working conditions as described above. **EO/AA Employer:
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity** **Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a
drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state
laws.**
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