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Apply now and join our progressive team as a Critical Care Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - we are transforming patient care! Join us on this exciting journey and become part of a team that embraces innovation, collaboration, and excellence in pharmaceutical care.
Kingman Regional Medical Center (KRMC) is located in beautiful northwest Arizona.
Experience the magic of Kingman's stunning Arizona sunsets and thrive in an outdoor enthusiast's dream destination with picturesque mountain ranges, nearby lakes, vibrant parks, and plenty of outdoor activity. Kingman is an incredible community to live, work, and play!
Position Purpose: As a Critical Care Pharmacist Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing acute, intensive pharmaceutical care services in collaboration with a diverse team of healthcare professionals.
Your mission will be to deliver high-quality, evidence-based, and cost-effective critical pharmaceutical care, manage patient drug therapy, provide patient education, and contribute to various clinical areas as assigned.
Facility/Department: At KRMC, our pharmacy department comprises of over 60 dedicated employees who strive to deliver comprehensive care services.
We are committed to optimizing and integrating our services, ranging from acute care to ambulatory, home, and telehealth services.
Our focus areas include inpatient care, emergency department pharmacist direct patient care, care transitions medication reconciliation/meds to beds before hospital discharge, outpatient and specialty pharmacy drug distribution, 340B Program and financial integrity expansion, oncology clinical model expansion including oral chemotherapy and pharmacogenomics, PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program, Stewardship-Antimicrobial and Opioid, and expansion of our pharmacist collaborative practice model Disease Management Clinic.
Through our endeavors, we aim to provide the best possible pharmaceutical care to meet the needs of our community and organization.
Here is a link to review some information about our department and services: https://linktr.ee/krmcpharmacy
Benefits: We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.
We invest in you!
* Exceptional Colleagues
+ Join us and you'll be a part of a culture where we support each other and celebrate what makes each of us a special person as we work together with integrity, compassion, teamwork, respect, and accountability.
+ Our leaders demonstrate their commitment by gathering feedback, supporting, and empowering team members to do their best work through regular leadership rounding.
* Health and Well-Being
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants, Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program, Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
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Type: Permanent Location: Kingman, US-AZ
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:16:27
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Why work for us?
* Competitive Hourly Wage
* Rate range from $27.24 to $32.05 based on experience.
* Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b
* Generous Paid Time Off Plan
* Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work
* Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First
* Warm and Friendly Work Environment
* Flexible Schedule
JOB SUMMARY: Provide direct nursing care to the residents and supervise day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants in accordance with state and federal standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards, and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities.
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Supervise CNA's as the Charge Nurse; ensure that CNA's are following physician orders.
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Implement resident care based on physician orders.
Evaluate care and communicate with doctors for updates of orders (PRN).
Complete admission documentation in ECS.
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Assist with the evaluation of residents for medical needs/changes.
Assist with planning resident care based on physician orders.
Enter physician orders into ECS.
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Ensure that residents are receiving their medication based on doctor’s orders/complete medication pass.
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Maintain the medication cart including audit procedures for PRN medication and controlled medicines as defined by the nursing standards.
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Perform skin evaluations and skin treatment as required by skin treatment protocols.
Monitor blood glucose, temperature, and blood pressure.
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Assist patients/residents with Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, transferring, ambulating, toileting, and other resident needs.
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Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
The above job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the assignments and responsibilities assigned to any employee; nor are such assignments restricted to those precisely listed in this description.
This job description may change from time to time as the needs of the organization change.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience: Must be currently licensed in the State of Florida as a License Practical Nurse.
Must be CPR Certified.
Experience and Basic Knowledge: One year of long term care desirable.
Med/Surg, Home Health experience helpful.
Also experience working with the handicapped, developmentally disabled, or older adults preferred.
Physical and Environmental Requirements: The physical activities of this position involve: Fingering Lifting up to 40 lbs.
Standing Grasping pushing Stooping Kneeling Reaching
Sensory and communicative activities with or without prosthetics of this position are: Feeling Smelling Hearing Speaking Seeing Tasting
An individual in this position will be exposed to: Inside environmental conditions Blood borne pathogens Physical hazards using equipment Resp...
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Type: Permanent Location: Lakeland, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:16:27
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With direction from the registered nurse, provides nursing care and support to the patient and family.
Promotes professional integrity, team work and participates in the interdisciplinary care team functions.
Provides continuous care coverage as needed.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
* Provides professional, courteous, nursing services to the patient/family as one of the functions of the Interdisciplinary Care Team.
* Supervises the administration of medications by family or other responsible care-givers; teaches the proper techniques of administration and record keeping.
Records shall consist of progress notes data including the time/date of administration and observations concerning the reactions and response of the patient/family to his/her environment.
* Maintains a high standard of quality of care according to hospice training, guidelines, and expectations.
* Demonstrates tolerance to various and differing individual life styles without imposing his/her own values on the patient/family unit.
* Reports to the RN Clinical Manager (RNCM) for daily schedule, and reports pertinent changes to the RNCM, or the Primary Nurse during the shift and at the end of his/her shift.
* Actively participates in professional organizations whose goals and functions are related to those of Hospice.
Maintains an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the local, state, and federal laws impacting upon the practice of nursing in the hospice setting.
* Performs specific tasks as follows but not limited to, personal hygiene (bath, shower, hair, nails, etc.), passive range of motion and positioning, enemas (prepared, tap water, soap suds), dressings, wound irrigations and decubitus care, colostomy care, administration of medications and instructing patient and family in medications administration, tracheostomy care and suctioning.
* Adheres to professional standards of practice for nursing.
* Assists the RNCM and/ or RN in the implementation and coordination of the care plan.
Assesses the patient's physical and emotional condition and provides patient care as directed.
* Teaches the patient and family as required to maintain safe environment.
STRATEGIC RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:
* Participates proactively in improving performance at the individual, departmental and organizational levels.
* Actively sets goals related to the Strategic Challenges and is accountable for meeting goals at annual evaluation.
* Reports to work and meetings at expected times, prepared to work, and adheres to scheduled hours.
* Utilizes work time effectively and completes quality work in prescribed time using appropriate time management skills and resources.
* Provides superior customer service to all internal and external customers.
* Cooperates and functions as a team member within the organization.
* Exhibits flexibility and dem...
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Type: Permanent Location: Ocala, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:16:16
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Westminster Communities of Florida is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization inspired by a mission of serving older adults.
We’ve been touching lives through service since 1954, and today we serve more than 6,500 residents in 23 communities. Our Home Care division is actively seeking to fill PRN Home Care Aide positions in Manatee and Pinellas counties! Full-time and part-time hours are available with flexibility to build your schedules to meet your specific needs.
If you are an experienced Caregiver - Home Care who loves to provide compassionate and reliable personal care, homemaking and companionship to clients, this is a great opportunity for you! Day, evening and weekend shifts available.
We offer weekly pay and flexible scheduling, Apply today to be a part of a fantastic team where we Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart!
Job Responsibilities may include but not limited to: assistance with the activities of daily living, light housekeeping, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, nail care, range of motion exercises, transfers /use of mechanical lifts, feeding, vital sign checks, laundry, meal preparation, bed making, assistance with ambulation and medication assistance.
Minimum Requirements:
* 1 year of supervised caregiver experience
* 75-hour Home Care Aid certificate
* CPR certification (in person, not online)
* Reliable and dependable transportation
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Type: Permanent Location: bradenton, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:15:41
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Westminster Communities of Florida is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization inspired by a mission of serving older adults.
We’ve been touching lives through service since 1954, and today we serve more than 6,500 residents in 23 communities. Our Home Care division is actively seeking to fill PRN Certified Nursing Assistant positions in Pinellas and Manatee counties!
If you are an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant who loves to provide compassionate and reliable personal care, homemaking and companionship to clients, this is a great opportunity for you! Day, evening and weekend shifts available.
We offer weekly pay and flexible scheduling, Apply today to be a part of a fantastic team where we Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart!
Job Responsibilities may include but not limited to: assistance with the activities of daily living, light housekeeping, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, nail care, range of motion exercises, transfers /use of mechanical lifts, feeding, vital sign checks, laundry, meal preparation, bed making, assistance with ambulation and medication assistance.
Minimum Requirements:
* 1 year of supervised Certified Nursing Assistant experience
* Florida State C N A License
* CPR certification (in person, not online)
* Reliable and dependable transportation
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Type: Permanent Location: bradenton, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:15:39
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Westminster Communities of Florida is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization inspired by a mission of serving older adults.
We’ve been touching lives through service since 1954, and today we serve more than 6,500 residents in 23 communities. Our Home Care division is actively seeking to fill PRN Home Care Aide positions in Pinellas and Manatee counties! Full-time and part-time hours are available with flexibility to build your schedules to meet your specific needs.
If you are an experienced Caregiver - Home Care who loves to provide compassionate and reliable personal care, homemaking and companionship to clients, this is a great opportunity for you! Day, evening and weekend shifts available.
We offer weekly pay and flexible scheduling, Apply today to be a part of a fantastic team where we Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart!
Job Responsibilities may include but not limited to: assistance with the activities of daily living, light housekeeping, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, nail care, range of motion exercises, transfers /use of mechanical lifts, feeding, vital sign checks, laundry, meal preparation, bed making, assistance with ambulation and medication assistance.
Minimum Requirements:
* 1 year of supervised caregiver experience
* 75-hour Home Care Aid certificate
* CPR certification (in person, not online)
* Reliable and dependable transportation
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Type: Permanent Location: st petersburg, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:15:37
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Westminster Communities of Florida is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization inspired by a mission of serving older adults.
We’ve been touching lives through service since 1954, and today we serve more than 6,500 residents in 23 communities. Our Home Care division is actively seeking to fill PRN Certified Nursing Assistant positions in Pinellas and Manatee counties!
If you are an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant who loves to provide compassionate and reliable personal care, homemaking and companionship to clients, this is a great opportunity for you! Day, evening and weekend shifts available.
We offer weekly pay and flexible scheduling, Apply today to be a part of a fantastic team where we Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart!
Job Responsibilities may include but not limited to: assistance with the activities of daily living, light housekeeping, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, nail care, range of motion exercises, transfers /use of mechanical lifts, feeding, vital sign checks, laundry, meal preparation, bed making, assistance with ambulation and medication assistance.
Minimum Requirements:
* 1 year of supervised Certified Nursing Assistant experience
* Florida State C N A License
* CPR certification (in person, not online)
* Reliable and dependable transportation
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Type: Permanent Location: st petersburg, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:15:37
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Westminster Communities of Florida is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization inspired by a mission of serving older adults.
We’ve been touching lives through service since 1954, and today we serve more than 6,500 residents in 23 communities. Our Home Care division is actively seeking to fill PRN Certified Nursing Assistant positions in Pinellas and Manatee counties!
If you are an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant who loves to provide compassionate and reliable personal care, homemaking and companionship to clients, this is a great opportunity for you! Day, evening and weekend shifts available.
We offer weekly pay and flexible scheduling, Apply today to be a part of a fantastic team where we Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart!
Job Responsibilities may include but not limited to: assistance with the activities of daily living, light housekeeping, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, nail care, range of motion exercises, transfers /use of mechanical lifts, feeding, vital sign checks, laundry, meal preparation, bed making, assistance with ambulation and medication assistance.
Minimum Requirements:
* 1 year of supervised Certified Nursing Assistant experience
* Florida State C N A License
* CPR certification (in person, not online)
* Reliable and dependable transportation
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Type: Permanent Location: tallahassee, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:15:10
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Westminster Communities of Florida is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization inspired by a mission of serving older adults.
We’ve been touching lives through service since 1954, and today we serve more than 6,500 residents in 23 communities. Our Home Care division is actively seeking to fill PRN Home Care Aide positions in Tallahassee! Full-time and part-time hours are available with flexibility to build your schedules to meet your specific needs.
If you are an experienced Caregiver - Home Care who loves to provide compassionate and reliable personal care, homemaking and companionship to clients, this is a great opportunity for you! Day, evening and weekend shifts available.
We offer weekly pay and flexible scheduling, Apply today to be a part of a fantastic team where we Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart!
Job Responsibilities may include but not limited to: assistance with the activities of daily living, light housekeeping, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, nail care, range of motion exercises, transfers /use of mechanical lifts, feeding, vital sign checks, laundry, meal preparation, bed making, assistance with ambulation and medication assistance.
Minimum Requirements:
* 1 year of supervised caregiver experience
* 75-hour Home Care Aid certificate
* CPR certification (in person, not online)
* Reliable and dependable transportation
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Type: Permanent Location: tallahassee, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:15:07
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Job Summary
Assumes responsibility in association with Physicians and Leaders to serve as a liaison for the "community" (referring physicians, patients, and families) and other NCPS Physicians.
Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individual patient care according to organizational policies and procedures.
Establishes early contact with patients to eliminate barriers to timely diagnosis and treatment by coordination of referrals from physicians and health care facilities.
Provides a significant level of patient education related to illness and planned treatment.
Provides patients with resources and linkages including community and patient/family support.
Assists in meeting needs as identified by patients and families.
Works to integrate patient to school setting.
Offers and makes referral to community resources.
Job Specific Duties
* Ensures safe and efficient patient care.
Works closely with physicians in all specialty areas to coordinate and communicate the patient’s care plan.
* Ensures development of a collaborative and streamlined transitional patient and family process and physicians in the community and/or other related services.
* Works and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to maintain and implement up-to-date coordinated patient care; communicates with all members of the healthcare team on behalf of the patient.
* Develops and follows triage protocols to refer patients to appropriate specialist for diagnosis and treatment.
Assists patients/families in obtaining referrals/appointments with needed specialists.
* Collaborates in the development of parameters to stratify risk of each patient based on complexity in conjunction with respective MD directors.
* Reviews patient charts to help triage patients prior to first visit for proper scheduling.
* Proactively develops & enhances protocols for discharge standardization.
Assures smooth transition of inpatient/outpatient experiences participating in back to school program.
* Communicates with referring physician’s office for the patient’s & physician’s needs before/after services provided.
Serves as liaison to community organization for information and support services.
* Answers patient messages/phone calls related to plan of care and addresses any concerns as needed.
* Identifies, informs & educate patients about their disease.
Provides educational & materials to parents.
Develops care plans to enhance education & satisfaction; addresses clinical concerns.
* Works with Marketing and outreach departments to educate referring physicians and facilities on available services.
* Collaborates in the screening and referral of patients for eligibility for research clinical trials.
* Serves as a nurse liaison to facilitate coordination of brain wellness clinic-before, during, and follow-up care eliminating obstacle for the patients in the health care system.
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Type: Permanent Location: Miami, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:15:03
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Thank you for your interest in careers at EBNHC!
Everywhere you turn, you can feel it.
There's an immeasurable level of enthusiasm at East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC), one of the largest community health centers in the country.
From the nurses and physicians on the front line of patient care, to the managers who shape our policies, to the customer service representatives who keep our facilities running smoothly - everyone here has a role in making medicine better.
Interested in this position? Apply on-line and create a personal candidate account!
Current Employees of EBNHC - Please use the internal careers portal to apply for positions.
To learn more about working at EBNHC and our benefits, check out our Careers Page at careers.ebnhc.org.
Time Type:
Part time
Department:
Emergency Department
All Locations:
East Boston
Description:
The Registered Nurse assumes a leadership role in the Emergency Department.
This includes triaging patients to the appropriate level in a timely fashion, providing nursing care to patients of all ages, directing the general patient flow through the department, and taking appropriate steps in following up lab and x-ray results.
The nurse is responsible for timely and accurate documentation of his/her nursing care in accordance with policy and procedures.
The nurse is also responsible for collaboration with other members in a multi-disciplinary team.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
* Assess the health status of individuals and detect changes in order to take necessary actions.
* Documents all care information concisely, accurately and completely in a timely manner.
Documentation to also include (pain assessment/re-assessment, medication administration and patient ED course).
* Triages patients and assigns accurate acuity based on standards of care and department policy.
* Assumes responsibility for direct patient care and prepares patients for exams.
* Safely and effectively administers medications, tests and treatments as ordered.
* Reports adverse reactions to medications and/or treatments in accordance with department policy.
* Takes a proactive role assisting with patient discharge, hospital transfers and arranging outpatient testing.
* Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician.Teaches and educates patients and care givers how to manage illness/injury and home care needs.
* Recognizes the unique safety needs of elderly and pediatric patients ensuring they receive assistance as needed.
* Follows established departmental policies and procedures for environmental safety and infection control.
Qualifications and Requirements:
* Graduation from an accredited nursing program required.
* Bachelor of Science in Nursing strongly preferred.
* MA RN License required.
* Current ACLS and PALS Certification required.
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Type: Permanent Location: East Boston, US-MA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:57
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Thank you for your interest in careers at EBNHC!
Everywhere you turn, you can feel it.
There's an immeasurable level of enthusiasm at East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC), one of the largest community health centers in the country.
From the nurses and physicians on the front line of patient care, to the managers who shape our policies, to the customer service representatives who keep our facilities running smoothly - everyone here has a role in making medicine better.
Interested in this position? Apply on-line and create a personal candidate account!
Current Employees of EBNHC - Please use the internal careers portal to apply for positions.
To learn more about working at EBNHC and our benefits, check out our Careers Page at careers.ebnhc.org.
Time Type:
Full time
Department:
Administration
All Locations:
East Boston
Description:
Under the direction of the Vice President of Health Center Operations and with the contributions of departmental clinical leadership, the Director nursing will guide Nursing through a period of exciting growth and beyond.
He/She will explore opportunities for improvement in the quality of nursing care, productivity of nurses, efficiency of workflows, and utilization of staffing models.
The Director will assess the professional needs of the nursing and medical assistant staff and plans and implements high quality programs based on those assessments.
The Director conducts surveys of the nursing and medical assistant staff and incorporates the findings in the assessment and workflow development.
Recognized as the organization’s internal expert, consultant, facilitator, and lead researcher supporting nursing and medical assistants, the Director fosters empowerment based on knowledge to achieve excellence in the delivery of evidenced based nursing practice.
In addition, as a role model of professional behavior, the Director is instrumental in creating a professional nursing climate within EBNHC to meet the diverse needs of its clinical departments.
The Director works collaboratively with the nursing leaders and co-leadership team to ensure staff nurses and medical assistants have the knowledge and skills needed to support the organization's clinical redesign efforts
$10,000 sign on bonus for all new RN's! (prorated for part-time and per-diem)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 12 pm, 1pm to 5 pm
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
* Uses a variety of methods including results of quality measures and needs assessments to identify the clinical and training needs of employees.
* Oversees and facilitates the Nursing practice council.
* Audits, maintains standards and scope of nursing practice; provides direction and support to staff to ensure practice efficiency. Acts as conduit for communication to nursing staff.
* Directs the development and implementation ofhigh quality, sustainable, educational
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Type: Permanent Location: East Boston, US-MA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:54
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
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).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* 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.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:38
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment.
Provides day to day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff.
Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans.
Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
General and Staff Related:
* Provides day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation.
Participates in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions.
Recommends disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate.
* Ensures compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients.
* Approves or disapproves time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
* Participates in patient care plan meetings.
* Maintains knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled inservices.
* Trains and orients staff as necessary.
* Routinely observes and guides direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
* Promotes and assists with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
* Maintains overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter.
* Conducts staff meeting with Clinical Manager at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
* Meets routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
* Supervise all documentation of patient information.
* Coordinates Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
Patient Care:
* Assesses daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
Assesses patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician.
Implement changes inpatient care/treatment as directed.
* Assumes primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
* Monitors and supervises all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
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Type: Permanent Location: Pasadena, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:36
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
As the Patient Services Coordinator this position coordinates scheduling pre-procedure communication medical record documents EMR demographic data entry requirements for payers and Revenue Cycle greets patients and answers multi-line telephone and fax.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Schedule and input all appointments scheduling module in a timely and efficient manner.
Assure all pre-procedure/preoperative activities are scheduled or completed. Manages patient cancellations center cancellations (e.g.
equipment issues) and additions to schedule in accordance to center scheduling parameters.
Print patient schedule and pull patient charts daily.
* Facilitates the admission process by professionally greeting all patients and visitors and obtain patient identification and insurance information to initiate admissions process.
* Assemble file and maintain patient medical records and financial records in a confidential and secure manner
* Complete front-end process of billing procedure ensuring all information is entered into the computer registration module.
* Performs Insurance Verification process and completes all required processes for prior authorizations or other actions required by payor.
* Assist with patient transportation if the patient qualifies per the Company Transportation Policy.
* Ensure appropriate signatures are included on all necessary chart and admissions data in accordance with FMCNA policies and procedures.
* Ensure accuracy when scanning and filing documents and completes within 24 hours of completed visit including physician reports to referral sources.
* Communicate all changes about procedure and insurance which is identified during patient visit to appropriate internal parties and directly to the patient record immediately.
* Perform daily encounter checks to assure reporting accuracy.
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* Coordinates collection processing maintenance storage retrieval documentation and distribution of medical records per policy and procedure.
* Assures documentation of logs of medical record release.
* Provides information to parties engaged in research or study projects involving patient care and utilization of services in accordance with policy.
* Oversees the materials going in and out of the office including inventory shipments and deliveries.
* Other duties as assigned.
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 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.
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Type: Permanent Location: Richmond, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:35
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* Dialysis experience HIGHLY desired.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The professional registered nurse Outpatient 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.
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 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.
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.
* Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
* Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre – during – post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.
* Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family’s basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
* Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.
* Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
* Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
* Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
* Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
* Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
* Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
* Required to complete CAP requirements to advance.
* Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
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 ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Charlotte, US-NC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:34
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About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team members.
You will build deep relationships with patients when they come into our clinic.
How you grow or advance: Previous healthcare experience is not required to join us as a PCT.
Passion for helping others, teamwork, and a desire to learn and grow are what you need to be successful.
We will provide robust training and support as you kick off your career, and we will introduce you to career path options as you grow with us either as a PCT or venture into a new role such as Registered Nurse or a leadership role.
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, scholarships to family members, relief when natural disasters strike, and 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:
As a member of the nephrology healthcare team, you will provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
* Sets up, tests, and operates hemodialysis machines for patient treatments.
* Obtains and documents necessary pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient.
* Evaluates vascular access pre-treatment and performs vascular access cannulation.
* Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitors patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access and discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
* Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to supervisor.
* Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
* Collects, labels, appropriately prepares, and stores lab samples according to required laborator...
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Type: Permanent Location: Holly Springs, US-NC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:33
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400 KEISLER DR STE 100 , CARY , NC
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.
Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with FMCNA 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 FMCNA 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 FMC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
Sign on bonus eligible
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
* Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer service standards.
* Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
* Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
* Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
PATIENT CARE:
* 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.
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last treatment.
Report any complaints or observations to the nurse supervisor.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight. Report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment and report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Perform vascular access cannulation and report any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Perform administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue...
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Type: Permanent Location: Cary, US-NC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:33
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
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).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* 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.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
* Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, US-AL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:32
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AZURA
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FVC/FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FVC/FMS policy requirements.
Provides direct nursing care pre, during and post procedure, under the direction of the Facility Manager and/or Charge Registered Nurse, utilizing standard nursing techniques to assist the physician in optimum patient outcomes following facility policies and procedures.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALITY:
* Responsible for supporting and driving FVC quality standards through meeting regulatory and accrediting body requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of FVC/FMS CQI tools.
* Assists with implementation of FVC quality goals and facility specific action plans in order to achieve FVC quality standards.
* Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the FVC quality goals, to ensure that FVC/FMC policies and procedures are followed.
* Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds in collaboration with facility management.
* Maintains integrity of medical records and other FVC administrative and operational records.
* Complies with all data collection and auditing activities.
* Maintains facility environmental integrity and safety.
PATIENT:
* Obtains necessary medical history, discusses procedure and answers questions, and performs nursing assessment on the day of the procedure.
* Provides education to patients and patient's family regarding post procedure care of vascular access.
* Monitors patient condition before, during and after the procedure, especially patients having moderate sedation and contrast media injections for possible complications or reactions.
* Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions.
* Identifies and communicates patient related issues to facility management, as needed.
* Completes documentation of patient information from admission to discharge in an accurate manner.
* Confirm written orders, consents and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies.
This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions; delivery to appropriate labs; reporting and forwarding of lab results to appropriate physician.
* Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiates CPR and emergency measures, as needed.
* Administers medications and IV moderate sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders, and in compliance with FVC, company, federal, state and local regulations.
* Acts as scrub technologist to assist the physician during procedure as needed; maintaining a sterile technique.
* Assists with patient workflow by transporting patients as needed.
* Performs point - of - care laboratory testing as d...
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Type: Contract Location: Laredo, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:31
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About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team members.
You will build deep relationships with patients when they come into our clinic.
How you grow or advance: Previous healthcare experience is not required to join us as a PCT.
Passion for helping others, teamwork, and a desire to learn and grow are what you need to be successful.
We will provide robust training and support as you kick off your career, and we will introduce you to career path options as you grow with us either as a PCT or venture into a new role such as Registered Nurse or a leadership role.
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, scholarships to family members, relief when natural disasters strike, and 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:
As a member of the nephrology healthcare team, you will provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
* Sets up, tests, and operates hemodialysis machines for patient treatments.
* Obtains and documents necessary pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient.
* Evaluates vascular access pre-treatment and performs vascular access cannulation.
* Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitors patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access and discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
* Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to supervisor.
* Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
* Collects, labels, appropriately prepares, and stores lab samples according to required laborator...
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Type: Permanent Location: Bridgeport, US-WV
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:29
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Supports FMCNA's mission vision core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.
Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with FMCNA 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 FMCNA 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 FMC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
* Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer service standards.
* Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
* Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
* Takes initiative and action to respond resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
PATIENT CARE:
* 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.
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last treatment.
Report any complaints or observations to the nurse supervisor.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight. Report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment and report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Perform vascular access cannulation and report any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Perform administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures
* Eval...
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Type: Permanent Location: Roseville, US-MN
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:28
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The professional registered nurse Outpatient 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.
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 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.
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.
* Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
* Performs ongoing systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre – during – post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader Charge Nurse Supervisor or Physician as needed.
* Assesses collaborates and documents patient/family’s basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
* Directs and provides in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.
* Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s) and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
* Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
* Serves as a resource for health care team participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
* Ensures correct laboratory collection processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
* Identifies expected outcomes documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
* Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
* Required to complete CAP requirements to advance.
* Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
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 disabilit...
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Type: Permanent Location: Jasper, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:27
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Primary location is Kearneysville, clinic 3836.
Staff must be willing to float to other clinics in Martinsburg if needed.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
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).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* 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.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).        Â
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.  Â
* Monitor patientsâ response to dialysis therapy.Â
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.      Â
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.  Â
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification       Â
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patientsâ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.         Â
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.   Â
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identificationÂ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Kearneysville, US-WV
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:27
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
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).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* 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.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
* Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Evanston, US-IL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-12 08:14:26
