Dialysis Home Therapy Nurse (RN)
Company: Employer
Location: Lexington
Posted on: August 6, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview Did you know that some of the industry s most talented
and caring registered nurses are at DCI? Our nursing staff has
helped DCI achieve the lowest mortality and hospitalization rates
among large dialysis providers for the past 13 years in a row. We
think our Nurses are pretty awesome; they make a difference in our
patients' lives by helping them live longer and achieve a better
quality of life.The Dialysis Home Therapy Nurse (RN) coordinates
the administrative and clinical aspects of the home dialysis
program and communicates with patients and support staff to ensure
the highest standards of care. Responsibilities Creates and
maintains appropriate record keeping and documentation of the
training and care of all patients in the program in accordance with
the guidelines of the ESRD Network, regulatory agencies, the DCI
CQI program and the dialysis facility's policies and
procedures.Collaborates with members of the medical team on any
specific patient care problems, hospitalizations, discharges,
modality changes, etc.Coordinates home training sessions, clinic
visits, patient care conferences, home visits and all clinical and
educational activities to assure efficient and productive use of
nursing hours and program facilities.Reviews labor and materials'
management in an effort to promote and encourage cost effectiveness
while maintaining quality care.Maintains effective communication of
all home program activities with other members of the dialysis
facility, the interdisciplinary team and hospital personnel
involved with the in-patient care of home dialysis patients (e.g.,
nursing, pharmacy, laboratory, etc.).Monitors patient care
parameters on an ongoing basis.Performs all functions and duties
outlined in the registered nurse job description.Substitutes for
personnel on an 'as needed' basis; initiates, monitors and
terminates dialysis, as necessary. Job Requirements: Must be a
registered nurse and must have at least 12 months' experience in
providing dialysis care.Additional 3 months of experience in the
special modality for which he/she will provide training preferred.
Must maintain a current license in the state as a Registered NurseA
valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required.DCI
is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having
difficulty using the online application system or would like to
request other accommodations or application methods, please contact
Doug Patterson at or . Once a request has been made, DCI will
initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an
accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such
accommodations where possible.For more information about equal
opportunity please see: ; ; ; and .
Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted:
07/22/2022
Keywords: Employer, Lexington , Dialysis Home Therapy Nurse (RN), Healthcare , Lexington, Kentucky
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