Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN
Company: Fresenius
Location: Hampton
Posted on: May 8, 2022
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Job Description:
Location: Hampton, Virginia, , United StatesJob ID:
62957359Posted: 2022-04-26Position Title: Outpatient Registered
Nurse - RNCompany Name: FreseniusSector: OtherAbout 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 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.PI177056039
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