Dialysis Patient Care Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides skilled direct patient care (dialysis) and monitoring of renal dialysis patients. Operates all renal dialysis equipment and recognizes changes in the renal patients condition while on dialysis. Administers medications and access hemodialysis catheters for the patient care techs as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Two years recent experience in general patient care is required.Verification of course completion in accordance with all American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider guidelines is required.

LICENSURE

Current LVN licensure in the State of Texas is required. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.