Dialysis Registered Nurse

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

• Race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate shall not be a factor in employment for this position. Due to the nature of hospital services, it may become necessary to work extended hours.

POSITION SUMMARY

• Registered nurse is responsible for collaborating, planning, directing and implementing patients care for all ages. The RN develops and guides patient education and evaluates the process using standards of care. Manage, assess, monitor dialysis patient while dialyzing. Reports issues and status to physician and other staff as needed.

 

POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports To: Department director and coordinator
• Supervises: PCA's, techs
  
  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Minimum Work Experience
• 12 months acute clinical experience as a Nurse
• Required Licenses/Certifications
• Current RN licensure with the State of Texas, Appropriate BLS Certification.
• RN license in good standing in state of employment or a compact state
• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
• General knowledge of basic bedside nursing. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to age of the patients served in assigned area/department. The skills and knowledge to provide such care are gained through education, training, and/or experience.
• Department Preferred Qualification
• At least 6 months dialysis experience
• Clinical patient care experience in a relevant setting
• Certification in Nephrology Nursing or related field
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must work varied hours and schedules. Requires prolonged walking and standing, frequent bending and/or stooping. May involve lifting or positioning of patients. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. May be exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. Requires ability to sustain concentration in a noisy and fast paced environment. May be exposed to violent or disturbed individuals.

 

QUALITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Uses critical thinking skills to determine evidence based solutions. Systematically gathers and reviews pertinent information to prevent errors (PDCA -- Plan, Do, Check, Act). Pursues individual or team learning and growth opportunities to continually build skills. Understands and abides by all safety regulations.

 

SERVICE EXCELLENCE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

• Generally and in all job specific duties: Maintains patient confidentiality. Rounds regularly with patients, direct reports and/or customers. Uses telephone and elevator etiquette. Acts as an employee ambassador. Committed to know hospital service lines and shows pride in our organization. Uses AIDET when dealing with internal or external customers.

 

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

• Generally and in all job specific duties: Takes responsibility for solving problems. Treats company resources responsibly. Performs work functions timely and accurately. Respects our environment; keeps public areas neat and clean and returns supplies to the appropriate areas.

 

PEOPLE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Supports the team through good attendance. Maintains a professional appearance. Creates a positive team environment; fl