Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN - Lake Worth, FL - Med Surg
Company: Fresenius Medical Care
Location: Lake Worth
Posted on: January 15, 2022
Job Description:
Job ID 220000DYAvailable Openings 1About 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, Palm Beach , Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN - Lake Worth, FL - Med Surg, Healthcare , Lake Worth, Florida
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