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Functions as part of the Inpatient Services Hemodialysis Health Care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients in accordance with FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
Job Responsibility
Provides patient care under the direct supervision of Hemodialysis Registered Nurse for assigned patient(s) in the dialysis suite in the acute setting
excluding Intensive Care Units
Responsible for reporting and documenting all new and unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems to the RN
Promotes and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment
With documented competency and proficiency may set up and prime equipment as directed by the Fresenius Nurse for renal replacement therapies
Will be responsible for assuring the dialysis machine has been set up, tested and found to be safe for dialysis treatment
Welcomes assigned patients and inquires as to their well-being since their last treatment
Obtains necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight
Reports any difficulties in cannulation to FMCNA RN as permitted by state requirements
Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to the patient treatment
Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal
treatment time
Sodium (Na) modeling
and UF modeling as prescribed
Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled including narrow venous limits (NVL 160)
Collects, labels specimens and ensures timely delivery to laboratory per facility policy
Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician’s order or as directed by FMCNA RN
Monitors patient’s response to dialysis therapy and report any unusual findings to FMCNA RN
Obtains vital signs prior to reinfusion
performing all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment- documentation
Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access – standing and sitting blood pressures prior to termination of venous access
Obtains hemostasis and applies appropriate dressings
Evaluates the patient prior to discharge and reports any unusual findings to the FMCNA RN
Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations
Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor or supervising RN
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
High School Diploma required
At least 6 months’ experience is preferred in related Field (EMT, Surgical Technicians, Army, Phlebotomists, and technicians)
Must obtain CCHT within 18 months of hire
Effective communication skills – both verbal and written
Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment