Description
Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA) has been a global leader in dialysis for over 25 years. With over 2,000 clinics located in communities all across North America, servicing over 161,000 patients, we have a singular focus on dialysis and a determination to help our patients live their lives to the fullest. If you are passionate about your profession and are looking to begin or continue a successful career that will truly make a difference then FMCNA is the place for you.
Responsible for ongoing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care and education of patients with ESRD who have elected the Home Dialysis Program. Responsible for educating the patient on all aspects of home dialysis, including end stage renal disease, diet, medications, dialysis concepts, how to perform procedures, expected results, and any complications which may occur. Asses that patient has learned the above by proper demonstration and/or verbal response before release from formal training. Function as a Modality Selection Consultant as directed by the PD Supervisor. Responsible for making adjustments and modifications to the dialysis treatment as indicated or prescribed by the physician. Order training supplies for the patients training and dialysis supplies to be delivered to the patients home.
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.).
Current appropriate state licensure.
American Nephrology Nurses Association certification preferred. Minimum of one-year medical-surgical nursing experience preferred. ICU and/or Hemodialysis experience preferred but not required. Successful completion of CPR Certification. Successful completion of a training course in the theory and practice of peritoneal dialysis.
We offer a generous compensation and benefits package that includes medical and dental, 401K match, profit sharing, short and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and 5 weeks paid time off!
Fresenius Medical Care North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Details:
Job Id:
14342827
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Education Level:
No Selection
Experience Level:
No selection
Posted:
10/22/2009 2:31:52 AM
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