Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description
A Hemodialysis Nurse is an individual who is responsible for monitoring dialysis patients in a clinical setting. Dialysis experience is not required and we will train the right person. Qualifications: Our ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited school of nursing, possess a California nursing license and preferablly have minimum one year of nursing experience, however we will consider an entry level position for the right applicant. We will consider all qualified nursing experience and previous dialysis experience is not required. Compassion, excellent patient care, strong desire to learn and ability to work in a collaborative and team environment are required. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:Organizing and assigning patient care to provide for optimum care. Utilizing the nursing process by assessing patient care needs, determining appropriate nursing intervention, developing written nursing care plans and revising care plans based on evaluation of outcome. Administers medications, ensuring patient safety and procedural compliance with narcotics and controlled drugs. Reviews lab and x-ray reports and notifies physicians as warranted. Performs follow up on patients receiving dialysis care in the clinic. Identifies patients and family teaching needs and initiates intervention to meet those needs. Administrative duties will include, but are not limited to supporting the philosophy, policies and procedures of the dialysis facility and interprets them to staff, as well as educating staff to new and changed P/P's. Recommending patient care needs to the Administrative Director for consideration in budget preparation. Physical requirements will be the ability to lift/carry/push/pull objects greater than 50 pounds, have a current CPR certificate, able to stand for long hours, and have the ability and knowledge to handle all emergencies and stressful situations. We are a compassionate group of employees that work as a team to support each other, our patients and the Kidney Center as a whole. It is our goal to provide exceptional care for our patients and employees. If you have the experience we are looking for and want to be part of our excellent team, please submit a cover letter and a current resume.