Registered Nurse
Company: Fresenius Medical Care
Location: Boca Raton
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
RN-ClinicalAbout this role: As a Dialysis Clinic Registered
Nurse (RN) with Fresenius Medical Care, you will be part of a
close-knit, collaborative team responsible for delivering unique
care plans and providing dialysis treatment to patients facing end
stage renal disease or chronic kidney disease. - Our clinic RNs
build strong bonds and lasting relationships with people who
entrust us with their care, their families, and fellow care team
members. -How you grow or advance: As a Dialysis RN, you will enter
our Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) to grow and advance in your
career. By participating in CAP, you will develop clinical
leadership skills, derive greater career satisfaction, have an
opportunity to share your expertise with others, and be recognized
for your experience, knowledge, and clinical expertise. All new
hires will begin at the appropriate CAP level based on prior
experience and education.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, granting
scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural
disasters strike, or providing 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: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.As a member of
the nephrology health care team, you will participate in
decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality
improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and
facility operations.Coordinates patient care including assessment,
planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of
hemodialysis patients. This includes delegation of appropriate
tasks to direct patient care staff. Performs ongoing analysis of
patient data with each patient visit and documents in the patient
medical record.Adjusts or modify the treatment plan as indicated
and notify supervisor as needed.Provides initial and ongoing
education to patient and family. Administers medications as
prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and
document appropriate medical justification and
effectiveness.Initiates or assist with emergency response
measures.Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing, and
shipping procedures are performed.Collaborates with the
Interdisciplinary Team on the patient care plan.Ensures patient
awareness related to transplant and treatment modality
options.Completes CAP requirements to either maintain or advance
within the program. Makes referrals to Social Worker and Registered
Dietitian as appropriate.Ensures patient awareness related to
transplant and treatment modality options.EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.Current appropriate
state licensure.Current or successful completion of CPR BLS
Certification.Must meet the practice requirements in the state in
which he or she is employed.EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:Qualities and
traits: compassion, caring, support for colleagues, collaborative,
reliable.Experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred but not
required).Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred but not
required).Successfully pass the Ishihara Color Blind Test.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 position provides direct patient care that regularly
involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with
ambulation. - Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide
assistance. -This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of
standing and the employee must be able to bend over.The employee
may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and
equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water
solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. -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.Day to day work includes desk
work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital
staff and physicians.The position may require travel to training
sites or other facilities.May be asked to provide essential
functions of this position in other locations with the same
physical demands and working conditions as described above.EO/AA
Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual
Orientation/Gender Identity -Fresenius Medical Care North America
maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable
federal and state laws."
Keywords: Fresenius Medical Care, Coconut Creek , Registered Nurse, Healthcare , Boca Raton, Florida
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