Location: Newark,NJ, USA
The RN Dialysis nurse is responsible for providing dialysis treatment to patients suffering from kidney failure to include pre and post dialysis care while maintaining a safe environment, providing compassionate care and per facility / physician orders.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Ensures compassionate, professional delivery of all dialysis-related nursing services in a clinical settingProvides the highest level of care to patients and ensure their safety, comfort and well-beingUnderstands the basic and advanced principles of water treatmentPrepares patients for dialysis treatment and continually monitors patients during the treatmentProperly sets up the dialysis machine in preparation for usePrepares dialysate according to formulas and primes with saline or heparinized solutionResponsible for teaching patients and their families about healthcare practices for safety at homeAccurately explains the dialysis procedure and the operation of the dialysis machine to new patients and answers any questions related to dialysis and health maintenanceCalculates fluid removal or replacement to be achieved during the dialysis procedureUses proper techniques to access the dialysis site and correctly connects patient to dialysis machineBegins procedure and monitors the dialysis site during the treatmentAccurately collects, documents, and reports all patient data (i.e. vital signs, weights)Observes and monitors patient(s) during the procedure and reports any changes or adverse reactions in patient's condition to the Charges Registered Nurse on dutyProvides skilled intervention to patients as applicable for any signs and symptoms of adverse reaction and/or change in patient's conditionDocuments all patient care procedures performed during the dialysis treatmentCorrectly follows all policies and procedures in testing the machine pre-treatmentCorrectly follows all policies and procedures to discontinue treatment and disconnect the patient from the dialysis machineResponsible for cleaning and quality control of the dialysis equipmentReports any machine problems or malfunctions to the facility or charge registered nurse, as required by policyMay participate in the development of patient care plans; depending upon the facility or work assignment.Performs other duties as assigned/necessaryMinimum Requirements:Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which the nurse practicesComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable to job siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.