Registered Nurse - RN

Job Description

• Paid one on one training and education provided
• Empower, engage and train dialysis patients on peritoneal and home hemodialysis using state of the art training programs and equipment
• Primarily works in the clinic setting and conducts initial home visits with another staff member present
• Position functions as an onsite Patient Educator and Case Manager for patients with various shifts and work hours

PURPOSE AND SCOPE :

The registered professional nurse Home Therapies 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. Assesses and manages patients’ response to home dialysis training and treatment therapy by following prescribed predetermined protocols and communicates patient related issues to the physician as needed. 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.

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.

SUPERVISION :

Assigned oversight of LPNs / LVNs, RNs, Patient Care Technicians and Home Therapy Care Team Assistants as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in charge, after meeting all the following :

EDUCATION and LICENSURE :

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability / veterans