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Description Venice Family Clinic is a leader in providing comprehensive, high-quality primary health care to people in need with compassion, dignity and respect. In November 2021, Venice Family Clinic merged with South Bay Family Health Care, uniting more than a century of experience helping patients regardless of their income, insurance or immigration status. The organization now has more than 500 staff who serve 45,000 people from the Santa Monica Mountains through the South Bay. We have 17 locations plus two mobile clinics and an expansive street medicine program for people experiencing homelessness. Read more about us at venicefamilyclinic.org. Make a difference in the community at our Venice Family Clinic as an Outreach and Engagement Supervisor. With guidance and direction from the Director of Common Ground, this position will manage and monitor all assigned HIV prevention contracts, manage data for all assigned programs, and participate in quality management meetings. This position will directly supervise staff members related to our HIV prevention services. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are core values of the Venice Family Clinic. We believe the professional and clinical environments are enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together. Salary Range: $64,800.00 - $137,600.00 Annual Job Qualifications Qualifications Required: * At minimum two years of supervisor experience. * Experience in harm reduction services and de-escalation. * Extensive knowledge of HIV and other STIs, including HIV antibody testing, rapid syphilis and hepatitis C testing. * Knowledge of community resources for HIV, hepatitis C and sexually transmitted infections. * Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. * Excellent oral English skills to communicate effectively with people of diverse educational and cultural backgrounds. * Skill in database management, maintenance, queries, and data entry. * Ability to follow through on assignments, and to complete required program documentation and to keep accurate records. * General knowledge of health education, public health and medical terminology. * Ability to work independently and as part of a group, and skill in maintaining cooperative working relationships. * Ability to discuss sensitive matters in a non-judgmental manner and to respect confidentiality. "}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

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Outreach and Engagement Supervisor

Description Become a key member of a world-class health organization. Contribute to the delivery of Magnet&reg; designated nursing excellence. Take your career to the next level. U can do all this and more at UCLA Health. In this exciting and rewarding position, you will provide exceptional nursing care for our Pediatric Cancer patients. You will offer guidance to team members by supervising nursing interventions and assigning related tasks. You will also assess patient, family and staff learning needs, deliver appropriate clinical education and promote effective working relationships. This involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of dedicated professionals to develop and implement a care plan, including providing detailed care instructions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to ensuring the well-being of our patients within our Pediatric Cancer and Acute Care Unit. Salary range:$59.46-$88.39 Hourly Job Qualifications Qualifications We're seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated nursing professional with: * Current, valid California RN license, required * BSN or MSN, required * 6+ months Pediatric RN experience, required; Oncology RN experience, preferred * BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association, required * PALS, required * Skill in implementing appropriate nursing interventions on a consistent basis * Ability to perform historical, physical and behavioral patient assessments * Ability to develop and implement and evaluate patient care plan actively involving patients, family, and staff * Official Transcripts and/or original diploma from a registered nursing program must be provided upon hire "}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

RN - 3F Pediatric Oncology

Description Play a key role in the delivery of world-class patient care. Continuously elevate the quality of care within an award-winning health system. Leverage your expertise to make a life-changing difference. At UCLA Health, you can do this and more Responsibilities include but are not limited to: &bull; Provide Administrative support for the Respiratory Therapy Department. &bull; Schedule meetings, and appointments, via telephone and/or the computer &bull; Answer and screen incoming phone calls to the department &bull; Sort and distribute departmental mail &bull; Word process correspondence &bull; Create spreadsheets using Excel &bull; May be responsible for general errands, duplication services, and other duties as needed by the assigned department &bull; Compose, draft, and edit, business correspondence as designated. Salary range: $28.23 - $40.44 Hourly Job Qualifications Qualifications &bull; Experience working in a Healthcare Environment &bull; High School Graduate with one-year related college courses. &bull; Good mathematical skills to perform basic bookkeeping transactions and balance funds. &bull; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. &bull; Skill in systematically organizing material and information to optimize efficiency and minimize duplication of effort with the use of available computer technology. &bull; Ability to use a variety of computer devices and software applications, including but not limited to MS Office, HBOC billing system, and UCLA Healthcare Systems. &bull; Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, staff, students, and other medical personnel staff. &bull; Typing skills to prepare forms, reports, and memos with speed and accuracy. &bull; Knowledge of Medical Terminology &bull; Ability to interact professionally with a diverse population of patients, visitors, family members, and staff. &bull; Sensitivity to confidentiality issues concerning patients, employees, and families, with a commitment to complying with the confidentiality policies at all times (ON AND OFF DUTY). &bull; Ability to provide service excellence, simultaneously promoting customer satisfaction, and quality care and creating a positive progressive, and friendly environment throughout the entire UCLA Healthcare Enterprise. &bull; Associate degree is Desired "}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Administrative Assistant III, Respiratory Therapy

Description Venice Family Clinic is a leader in providing comprehensive, high-quality primary health care to people in need with compassion, dignity and respect. In November 2021, Venice Family Clinic merged with South Bay Family Health Care, uniting more than a century of experience helping patients regardless of their income, insurance or immigration status. The organization now has more than 500 staff who serve 45,000 people from the Santa Monica Mountains through the South Bay. We have 17 locations plus two mobile clinics and an expansive street medicine program for people experiencing homelessness. Read more about us at: venicefamilyclinic.org Come join our Venice Family Clinic as a Food Program Health Educator and make a positive difference in others' lives. In this position, you will work within a multi-disciplinary health care team to deliver comprehensive services for patients who need resources related to food and nutrition in a primary care setting. Acting as the primary contact person for the program, the Healthy Food Program Health Educator is responsible for: * Assessment, development, coordination, and implementation of food security programming and resources tailored to the needs of the patient and the patient's family served at the Venice Family Clinic. * Assisting and providing support of the food security program, which includes working with internal and external agencies. * Providing guidance for and implementation of food distribution events as well research and maintaining resources of food programs in the area. * Providing patient education related to nutrition, increasing patients chances for success in all aspects of life. * Managing the Teaching Kitchen and food carts, providing food demonstrations and volunteers needed to conduct food demonstrations. * Assisting with the Food Pharmacy and the Free Food Market, which includes set up and takedown of events, packing food for distribution, distributing food, participant intake, and overseeing volunteers to assist in the food distribution events. * Travel between clinics and community organizations to conduct health education programs, presentation, services, outreach, and other related activities. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are core values of the Venice Family Clinic. We believe the professional and clinical environments are enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together. Salary offers are determined based on various factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, and equity. The full salary range for this position is $28.78-$59.34 hourly. The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is about $28.78 - $29.00 Hourly. Job Qualifications Qualifications Required: * Master's degree in Public Health, Nursing, Nutrition or related field OR a Bachelor's degree in Health or a related field and at two years of experience providing health education services in a public health or primary health care organization. * Working knowledge of health education issues and programs including nutrition, lifestyle and behavioral issues. * Bilingual language skills in Spanish. * Working knowledge of chronic diseases and strategies to improve patient adherence to medical treatment plans. * Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships, and work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team. * Excellent communication skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of people of various educational and socio-economic backgrounds. * Excellent organizational skills and proficiency in using Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel and Access. * Ability to travel between clinics and community organizations. * Ability to conduct outreach and recruitment for health education classes on nutrition and lifestyle changes. "}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Health Educator - Food Program

Description Take on a key clinical leadership role within a world-class, award-winning health system. Take your career in an exciting new direction. You can do all this and more at UCLA Health. Provide leadership and direction for UCLA Health's Neurology practices and: &bull; Oversee clinical operations &bull; Ensure compliance, patient satisfaction, patient safety and quality &bull; Monitor clinic productivity, billing practices, audit requirements, equipment maintenance, and IT services &bull; Oversee financial performance of the ambulatory and community practice &bull; Develop, execute and implement strategic plans for expansion Salary range: 95,900.00-222,100.00 annual Job Qualifications Qualifications Required: &bull; Master's degree (Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Public health or related field) or combination of education and relevant experience. &bull; Five to seven years of healthcare managerial experience required &bull; Clinical leadership, planning and change management skills &bull; Ability to demonstrate a high level of diplomacy in persuading and influencing a wide variety of people at various levels to achieve results &bull; Previous demonstrated expertise in managing patient services and nursing staffing in environment with a high volume of patient visits &bull; Strong knowledge of industry standards and/or regulatory requirements &bull; Demonstrated ability to identify and analyze all pertinent information/data to make and communicate decisions to meet the unit's current and future needs &bull; Effective interpersonal and political acumen skills &bull; Ability to establish a culture of integrity within their unit and with those external to the units &bull; Strong knowledge of industry standards, trends and/or regulatory requirements &bull; Excellent communication skills both oral and written &bull; Skill in analyzing information, problems, situations and procedures to define objectives, identify patterns, and formulate conclusions &bull; Skill in setting priorities, which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities &bull; Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with faculty, residents, medical students and staff from various social, cultural and economic backgrounds &bull; Skill in communication to clearly convey complex problems and proposals in both formal and informal situations &bull; Knowledge of EPIC EHR (preferred) "}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Clinic Director, Neurology

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Home Therapies RN CAP 2 may be an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) for new employees who meet the RN CAP 2 criteria or attained through advancement from RN CAP 1. This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. 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. <ul><li>Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse.</li><li>Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of dialysis data for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor or physician as needed.</li><li>Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>Directs and provides, in collaboration with the patient, home care partner, direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the provision of safe and effective delivery of dialysis therapies to assigned patients.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>Serves as a resource, leader, coach, mentor and role model for new and incumbent employees by setting examples of appropriate behavior, work habits and attitudes towards patients, co-workers, supervisors and the company at the facility and area level. </li><li>Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.</li><li>Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.</li><li>Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.</li><li>Assists in the identification, evaluation, selection and education of Home Dialysis candidates and Home Partners.</li><li>Performs assessment and identifies barriers of the Home Dialysis candidate's home environment and partner/ family readiness and ability to perform dialysis treatments in the home. </li><li>Trains home dialysis patients and / or Home Partners on the safe, effective operation and maintenance of all Home Dialysis equipment and treatment supplies through a formal standardized Home Dialysis Training Program.</li><li>Participates in education and quality improvement projects at the facility and area level as directed by Supervisor.</li><li>May serve as a Preceptor to new employees.</li><li>Required to complete CAP requirements to either maintain or advance.</li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul> 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.<ul><li>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. </li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>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. </li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Rotates coverage with other licensed home therapy staff as assigned to ensure reliable and adequate coverage. </li><li>Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.</li><li>The position may require travel to training sites, other facilities and patient homes.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations including patient's home with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made. SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of RNs, LPNs/LVNs, Patient Care Technicians and Home Therapies Care Team Assistants as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:<ul><li>Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 3 months experience home dialysis therapies as a RN.</li></ul> EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Entry level for RNs with a minimum of 2 years or more of Nephrology Nursing experience within the last 2 years as a RN.</li></ul> ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate Supervisor or my Human Resources representative. ADDENDUM: Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) Quality <ul><li>Competency demonstrated through fostering a Culture of Patient Safety and quality as evidenced by Improved Patient Health Outcomes</li><li>Promotes, facilitates, and collaborates with all members of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and patient care team on the application of quality improvement principles, activities in the delivery of care, identification of risk areas and opportunities for improvement, and root cause analysis (RCA)</li><li>Promotes, advances, and assists with implementation of FKC clinical, educational, and quality initiatives.</li><li>Mentors and trains team members to monitor the effectiveness of their daily processes.</li><li>Ensures documentation in eQUIP and utilization of data, benchmarking, and graphical representations in performance improvement activities.<ul><li>Analyzes, manages, and reports data as needed to identify improvement opportunities and measure the progress of improvement projects.</li><li>Use quality improvement tools to ensure adherence to QAI activities.</li></ul></li><li>Facilitates program and annual regulatory review audits</li><li>Collaborates with Regulatory to identify and recommend systems and practices that would improve outcomes</li></ul> Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) Preceptor <ul><li>Maintains direct supervision of the new nurse until graduated from new employee training</li><li>Collaborates with team members to identify learning opportunities</li><li>Communicates and collaborates with supervisor and Education Department regarding progress of new nurse</li><li>Continues to mentor and support new nurses once released to work independently</li><li>Mentors new RN Preceptors</li></ul> Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) Multi-modality Cross Trained <ul><li>Cross trained to deliver patient care across multiple modalities</li><li>Responsible for maintaining skill set in each cross-trained modality for the delivery of safe and effective patient care<ul><li>Communicates and collaborates with operational and clinical leaders to support maintenance of skills</li></ul></li><li>Ensures the provision of safe and comprehensive care of patients within the chosen modalities in accordance with all company policies and procedures</li><li>Embraces a commitment to patient satisfaction and actively seeks opportunities to improve the overall patient experience in alignment with established quality and regulatory standards</li></ul> 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. 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Registered Nurse-RN

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the kidney disease health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program operations. 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, applicable contractual service agreements, state and federal regulations. <ul><li>Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse.</li><li>Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments and modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor, Physician, patient's primary nurse and others as may be indicated.</li><li>Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor, appropriate physician, and the contracted facility primary Nurse.</li><li>Directs and provides safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality specific treatment procedures.</li><li>Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed.</li><li>Initiates and coordinates communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care. </li><li>Performs the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>Initiates and assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.</li><li>May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instruction to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually.</li><li>May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis. </li><li>Required to complete CAP requirements to advance.</li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul> 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.<ul><li>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. </li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>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. </li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.</li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li><li>Day to day work includes, desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li><li>The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities.</li><li>Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.</li></ul> SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LVN/LPNs/RNs as a designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:<ul><li> Successful completion of all FKC education and modality specific training requirements for new employees.</li><li> Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.</li><li> 6 months experience in acute dialysis as a RN.</li></ul> EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in all states employed.</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as an RN</li><li>Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months (preferred).</li><li>6 months acute dialysis experience (preferred)</li><li>Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience (preferred).</li></ul> 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.

Inpatient Dialysis RN (Will Train)

POSITION FEATURES: This a Director of Nursing / Charge Nurse role in our Denver, CO surgery center. You will oversee the team of RN's in our surgery center. This role will be clinical as well. Quarterly bonus opportunities. Hours will be Monday through Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm. Must have leadership experience preferably in a surgery center. No evenings, weekends or Call. We are closed 6 major holidays. Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, prescription, vision, paid maternity & paternity leave, vision, 401K w/ match, PTO, tuition assistance, life insurance, Long Term and Short Term disability, Flexible Spending for Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter Expenses PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Works with the Facility Manager, facility staff and physician to coordinate the facility operations and patient procedures to ensure provision of quality patient care on a daily basis in accordance with organization policies, procedures and training. Provides nursing support to patients and staff. Assist with staffing, staff training, equipment, physician and patient relations, cost containment, supply management, medical records, patient billing, OSHA and all company, state and federal compliance. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Responsible for supporting and driving Organization quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of Organization CQI tools. </li><li> Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the organization quality goals, by working with the Vice President of Quality and other organization management to ensure that organization/ASC policies and procedures are followed. </li><li> Responsible for aggressively addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds. </li><li> Complies with all data collections and auditing activities and maintains integrity of medical records and other organization administrative and operational records. </li><li> Supervises and directs facility staff in providing safe and effective vascular access procedures to patients in compliance with standards outlined in the facility policy and procedures manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the company, federal and state agencies. </li><li> Assigns and delegates tasks to all direct patient care staff, including Staff RNs, Radiology Technologists, Front Desk Coordinator. </li><li> Ensures adequate staffing through daily management of staff's schedule, including breaks. </li><li> Assess daily patient needs and develop/distribute patient care assignments appropriately. </li><li> Routinely monitors patient care staff for appropriate techniques and adherence to facility policy and procedures and assist as necessary. </li><li> Recommends and initiates disciplinary action in conjunction with the Facility Manager. </li><li> Assists Facility Manager with staff performance evaluations. </li><li> Participates in selection, orientation and training of staff as assigned. </li><li> Performs and sets-up in-services regarding equipment, supplies and clinical for all staff. </li><li> Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge. </li><li> Ensures patients and patient's families are educated regarding pre and post procedure care of vascular access. </li><li> Ensures patient's procedures are scheduled in a timely manner and the facility capacity is utilized efficiently. </li><li> As needed, assist with patient workflow, including providing direct patient care and monitoring pre, intra and post procedure. </li><li> Oversees and ensures accurate and complete documentation of patient treatments from admission to discharge. </li><li> Confirms written orders, consents and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies. This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions, delivery to appropriate labs, reporting and forwarding of lab results to appropriate physician. </li><li> Assumes primary responsibility in an emergency situation and must maintain competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiate CPR and emergency measures as needed. </li><li> Administers medications and IV conscious sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders, and in compliance with company, federal, state and local regulations. </li><li> Attends and participates in Governing Body and CQI meetings with physicians, assisting with meeting agenda and gathering of data/material for meetings and reporting on assigned topics. </li><li> Ensures appropriate operation of facility equipment and technology, including but not limited, patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices and computers. </li><li> Maintains a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the entire vascular access facility at all times through regular inspection of facility equipment and operation systems, reporting any malfunctions or maintenance issues. </li><li> Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed according to the organization Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies. </li><li> Participates in cost control initiatives. Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in the organization formularies. </li><li> Assists in the development and revision of any applicable policies and procedures for the facility as directed to ensure continuous process improvement. </li><li> Initiates, documents and completes ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports and attend meetings as required. </li><li> Manages medications, including ordering, receiving, and inventory control and checking for expired medications, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law. </li><li> Oversees maintenance of usage logs for all medications with appropriate documentation, as well as, records of drug disposal. </li><li> Communicates with the pharmacist to assure medication accuracy, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law. </li><li> Ensures medical records are accurate, complete and in compliance with organization policies and procedures prior to discharge of the patient. Performs chart audits on a regular basis. </li><li> Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified. </li><li> Verifies records for all implanted devices are completed accurately, timely and maintained according to records management guidelines. </li><li> Acts as the Facility Manager in the absence of the manager or at the direction of organization management. </li><li> Appointed Governing Body positions, takes on primary role of certain position or oversees staff delegated to positions. </li><li> Complies with HIPPA policies and standards regarding patient information and medical records. </li><li> Maintain CLIA license with Facility Administrator. </li><li> Other duties as assigned, within the scope of practice and state regulations. </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> 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. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li> 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. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Facility direct patient care staff (Staff RNs, LPNs, Radiology Technologist, Surgical , Front Desk Coordinator) </li></ul> EDUCATION: <ul><li> Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.) </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification. </li><li> ASC certification preferred </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum of three years' experience preferred in an Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access Lab, or a combination of ASC, surgical, Interventional Radiology and ICU/CCU experience. </li><li> Minimum of three years of Interventional Radiology, scrub experience preferred. </li><li> Supervisory or management experience within a medical or vascular access environment preferred. </li><li> Proficiency with the Microsoft office suite is necessary. Experience with Medical database software. </li><li> Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership and supervision of facility personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients. </li><li> Good communication skills - verbal and written. </li><li> Certified in BLS & ACLS successfully completed course certifications. </li></ul> 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. The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Rate: $84,800 -141,3

ASC Charge Nurse

POSITION FEATURES: This is a Float Position PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment planning intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team this position participates in decision-making teaching leadership functions and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. 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. <ul><li> Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses. </li><li> Performs ongoing systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader Charge Nurse Supervisor or Physician as needed. </li><li> Assesses collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. </li><li> Directs and provides in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients. </li><li> Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s) and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. </li><li> Initiates or assists with emergency response measures. </li><li> Serves as a resource for health care team participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. </li><li> Ensures correct laboratory collection processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections. </li><li> Identifies expected outcomes documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team. </li><li> Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options. </li><li> Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. </li><li> Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor. </li></ul> 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. <ul><li> 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. </li><li> This position requires frequent prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. </li><li> 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. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li> May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk work computer work interaction with patients facility/hospital staff and physicians. </li><li> The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities. </li><li> May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge after meeting all the following: <ul><li> Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees. </li><li> Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. </li><li> Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN. </li></ul> EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li> Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li><li> Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification. </li><li> Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as a RN. </li><li> Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred). </li><li> Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred). </li></ul> 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. 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Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN - Dialysis - Area Float Pool

As a member of the Global People Analytics and Experience (GPA&E) Team, the Senior Manager will lead a small team of data scientists and analysts in executing advanced analytics and strategic workforce planning (SWP) projects and processes. This role is responsible for consulting with HR and the business to identify the most critical business questions involving the workforce by leveraging people data and other organizational data sources and providing results and recommendations to leadership. The Senior Manager will lead the execution of strategic deep-dive analytics projects driven by the GPA&E Team in support of Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, Organization Effectiveness, Leadership, and Learning. Responsibilities : Consulting: Builds relationships with key stakeholders to identify critical challenges facing their business. Demonstrates subject matter expertise in data analysis, statistical model development, and data visualization to deliver solutions to meet the needs of stakeholders.<ul><li>Participates in monthly and quarterly operational meetings and provides recommendations on analytical solutions to address current challenges.</li><li>Establishes strong working relationships with senior leaders, partnering with them to identify opportunities to apply basic or complex statistical analyses to support their critical initiatives.</li><li>Delivers data-based solutions and presents results in a digestible format.</li><li> Develops, designs, and leads training sessions for various groups on HR data & analytics tools and processes. </li></ul>Advanced Analytics: Leads the execution of advanced analytics projects in support of key workforce segments.<ul><li>Manages advanced analytics projects from start to finish, providing direction/coaching to team members, and leading the execution of the analyses to answer critical business questions across all parts of the employee lifecycle - hiring, onboarding, engagement, promotions, turnover, etc.</li><li>Identifies appropriate research methods to obtain data necessary for answering business questions if data does not currently exist.</li><li> Cleans, merges, and analyzes large, complex datasets by leveraging R, Python, or other programming languages. </li><li> Conducts appropriate statistical analyses and delivers solutions to address business problem at hand, ranging from basic statistical analyses to development of machine learning models. </li><li> Leverages expertise in data visualization to build dashboards and reports that facilitate quick and easy interpretation of the data and identification of key insights. </li><li>Partners with key stakeholders to identify appropriate action plans.</li><li>Tracks progress and evaluates effectiveness of action plans and interventions over time.</li><li> Identifies opportunities for standardized reports and automated dashboards and works with cross-functional and cross-enterprise teams to plan, develop, and implement them. </li></ul>Strategic Workforce Planning: Leads the execution of strategic workforce planning projects for key workforce segments.<ul><li>Partners with cross-functional business leaders to understand critical demand drivers that inform headcount needs.</li><li>Identifies, develops, and implements workforce planning tools and solutions to allow business leaders to accurately forecast headcount needs based on demand drivers, the talent marketplace, and internal turnover trends.</li></ul> Qualifications: <ul><li>Advanced degree (MA/MS/PhD) in applied mathematics, statistics, data science, economics, I/O Psychology, or related quantitative field</li><li>6+ years of working experience in an advanced analytics or data science role, preferably within HR</li><li>2+ years of experience managing people</li><li>Proficient in Excel, at least one programming language (R/Python), SQL, and Tableau</li><li>Experience working with large datasets, building automated reporting solutions, and developing ML/AI solutions</li><li>Successful track record of superior service delivery and change management in a global environment</li><li>Proven ability to use data, analytics, and business knowledge to solve complex business problems</li><li>Ability to draw inferences from disparate pieces of data; quickly identify key findings; and the ability to link to implications and provide recommendations</li><li>Ability to frame analytic findings in a digestible and business friendly format that identifies key business implications and inspires action; must be able to create visually-appealing Executive Summaries using Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, PowerPoint)</li><li>Excellent verbal/written communication skills and effective presentation skills</li><li>Excellent customer focus and project management skills - able to interact professionally with a diverse group of executives, managers, and subject matter experts</li></ul>

Senior Manager, Global People Analytics (Remote)

As a member of the Global People Analytics and Experience (GPA&E) Team, the Sr. Analyst supports in the execution of key projects related to areas of Advanced Analytics, Strategic Workforce Planning, Employee and Patient Experience, and Job Analysis & Assessment. Responsibilities: Advanced Analytics: Consults with HR and the business to identify the most critical business questions involving the workforce by leveraging people data and other organizational data sources, providing results and recommendations to HR and business leadership. Supports the execution of strategic deep-dive analytics projects driven by the GPA Team in support of Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, Organization Effectiveness, Leadership, and Learning.<ul><li>Partner with HRBPs and the business to formulate / articulate business questions to answer and hypotheses to be tested</li><li>Identify appropriate research methods to obtain data necessary for answering business questions if data does not currently exist</li><li>Conduct advanced statistical analyses to answer critical business questions across all parts of the employee lifecycle - hiring, onboarding, engagement, promotions, turnover, etc.</li><li>Identify key insights & leverage data visualization tools to communicate results with senior leadership through storytelling presentations</li><li>Partner with key stakeholders to identify appropriate action plans</li><li>Track progress and evaluate effectiveness of action plans and interventions over time</li></ul>Employee and Patient Experience: Supports the analysis of employee and patient experience survey data, in close partnership with the Experience Team. As a subject matter expert on statistical and analytical techniques, the Sr. Analyst will provide expertise to conduct in-depth analysis of results, creation of dynamic dashboards, automation of data processing and analysis, and presentation of key insights back to internal team members and the business with clear conclusions and takeaways.<ul><li>Analyze survey results and partner with the Experience Team to identify recommendations and action items for stakeholders</li><li>Support the stay interview program (Engagement Check-Ins) aimed at identifying and correcting pain points for employees to increase engagement and minimize flight risk & turnover by providing guidance on measurement and analytics best practices</li><li>Provide expertise in determining how to leverage survey results across survey programs and developing research questions to evaluate potential relationships among key patient / employee experience phenomena</li><li>Conduct advanced statistical analyses to determine the effectiveness of key experience programs in relation to critical business outcomes</li><li>Aid the implementation and execution of reoccurring survey programs (e.g., Employee Engagement, ICH CAHPS, etc.) on an as-needed basis</li></ul>Strategic Workforce Planning: Supports the execution of Strategic Workforce Planning projects for key workforce segments within the organization in order to better understand the knowledge, skills and abilities required for success now and in the future.<ul><li>Conduct job analysis interviews and focus groups with key stakeholders and SMEs within key workforce segments</li><li>Identify KSAs required to execute business strategy in partnership with job experts</li><li>Collect data regarding current and required proficiency levels for critical KSAs to determine capability gaps</li><li>Identify and recommend appropriate talent management strategies to address capability gaps</li></ul>Job Analysis & Assessment: Supports job analysis & assessment work and activities. Conduct scientific studies of roles across the organization to identify critical knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) required for success, and provide guidance on best practices of assessing both internal and external talent.<ul><li>In partnership with internal team members, key stakeholders, and third-party assessment consulting firms: support all aspects of job analysis and assessment related work, including conducting focus groups, developing training materials, and analyzing assessment-related data</li><li>Optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of interview processes by: developing structured interview guides for non-technical competencies including competency definitions, structured behaviorally based questions, probing questions, and behaviorally anchored rating scales (BARS); developing structured interview training content and materials for hiring managers and HR</li></ul> Qualifications: <ul><li>Master's Degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology or related field</li><li>3+ years of working experience in HR analytics or analytical consulting (I/O consulting)</li><li>Successful track record of superior service delivery and change management in a global environment</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel </li><li>Proficient in Qualtrics or other related survey tool</li><li>Proficient with Tableau</li><li>Proficient in at least one programming language (e.g., R, Python)</li><li>Strong attention to detail</li><li>A strong intellectual curiosity with a desire to understand, and support the global organization in preparing for, the future of work</li><li>Proven ability to use data, analytics, and business knowledge to solve complex business problems</li><li>Ability to draw inferences from disparate pieces of data; quickly identify key findings; and the ability to link to implications and provide recommendations</li><li>Ability to frame analytic findings in a digestible and business friendly format that identifies key business implications and inspires action; must be able to create visually-appealing Executive Summaries using Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, PowerPoint)</li><li>Excellent verbal/written communication skills and effective presentation skills</li></ul>

Sr. Analyst, Global People Analytics (Remote)

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Directs the planning, implementation, and execution of clinical, quality, and customer service training programs to promote quality patient care and achievement of corporate goals, with adherence to policies and procedures using generational learning theories for all specialties / modalities. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Aligns with regional, group, and corporate, business-related goals through all activities and actions. </li><li> Adheres to company policy, procedures, compliance, regulatory, legal, and ethical, requirements. </li><li> Focuses all programs towards achieving clinical quality goals and improving patient outcomes, using company and industry guidelines and standards. </li><li> Partners with stakeholders and cross functional colleagues/ teams to achieve key responsibilities of the clinical organization including execution of national/regional strategy, initiatives, and coaching for clinical care teams. </li><li> Participates in the development of, implements and executes: <ul><li> Planning, and standardization of education programs, processes, and systems for direct patient care personnel in the areas of clinical, quality, and business practices, and customer service. </li><li> An expanded measurement strategy to track, measure and report the impact of clinical education training programs and initiatives. </li><li> Strategy to support home therapy modality growth and support structures to integrate value-based care accountability into clinical quality workflow. </li><li> A high impact learning continuum that encourages reflection, enables knowledge sharing and empowers employees to gain necessary skills and competencies. </li><li> Collaboration and communication with stakeholders at all levels to maintain consistency, improve education programs, and training outcomes. </li><li> Competency evaluation of clinic staff to ensure continuous strong performance. </li></ul></li><li> Analyzes outcomes, by surveillance and monitoring, to direct and guide education and training activities. </li><li> Collaborates with the coordinated care team and operations to assess and discuss clinical issues and develop action plans. </li><li> Supports a strategic integrated learning plan promoting employee development in all modalities. </li><li> Liaises and communicates information to operational leadership teams about corporate management and leadership developmental training programs as appropriate. </li><li> Provides leadership, coaching, and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce, partnering with Human Resources on employee matters. </li><li> Responsible for hiring, coaching, and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action, and terminations. </li><li> Supports coaching and development opportunities to new clinic-based managers. </li><li> Contributes to the clinical aspects of orientation and training for new Group management support personnel. </li><li> Provides general oversight, guidance, and support of the preceptor programs to ensure successful clinical training and at the facility. </li><li> Maintains current knowledge about company products, services, strategies, and relevant technologies, community and regional healthcare market, and industry issues which may impact the business. </li><li> Monitors expenditures in support of department budget to meet or exceed budget goals. </li><li> Supports opportunities for learners to share experiences, network and develop impactful communities of support across the business. </li><li> Responsible for the development and competency of all educators. </li><li> Participates in the development of clinic staff competency evaluation to ensure continuous strong performance and high quality of care. </li><li> Performs other related duties as assigned. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : <ul><li> 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. <ul><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, regional and facility staff and physicians </li><li> 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. </li></ul></li><li> This position requires approximately 25% to 35% travel. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of Education staff </li></ul> EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS : <ul><li> Associates Degree in Nursing required. </li><li> Bachelors of Science preferred. </li><li> Nurses must be Certified Dialysis Nurse or Certified Nephrology Nurse or gain certification within 18 months. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: <ul><li> 5+ years' experience as an RN in the field of nephrology </li><li> 3+ years management experience preferred. </li><li> Experience in Educational leadership preferred </li><li> Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including excellent communication, customer service, continuous quality improvement, relationship development, results orientated team building skills, motivating employees, performance management, and decision making. </li><li> Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership in the education of dialysis managers and personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients. </li><li> Must complete FMS Management and Leadership training modules </li></ul> 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.

Senior Manager Clinical Education

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. 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. <ul><li>Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.</li><li>Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.</li><li>Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.</li><li>Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.</li><li>Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.</li><li>Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.</li><li>Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. </li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul> 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.<ul><li>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.</li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>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.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.</li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li><li>The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.</li></ul> SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:<ul><li>Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.</li></ul> EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as a RN.</li><li>Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred).</li><li>Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred).</li></ul> 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.

Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Provides nutritional services for the facility's in-center and home patients as applicable in order to maximize the patient's nutritional status and improve clinical outcomes. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, supporting the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAI) activities. Actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve their individualized patient-specific goals as determined by the patient's physician. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Assesses patient's knowledge of diet and kidney disease and provides education appropriate to patient's learning needs regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process. </li><li> Provides patient specific detailed education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process. </li></ul><ul><li> Completes nutritional assessment and participates in the interdisciplinary comprehensive assessments. </li><li> Participates with the interdisciplinary team in the development of a written, individualized comprehensive plan of care that specifies the services necessary to address the patient's needs, in accordance with established Federal and, where applicable, state licensure guidelines. </li></ul><ul><li> Calculates diet prescription according to standard of practice. </li><li> Completes progress notes on all chronic dialysis patients according to established FMCNA guidelines. Maintains complete and accurate documentation of all appropriate information in medical record according to established FMCNA policies and Federal and state regulations. </li><li> Provides patient with ongoing nutrition assessment and outcome-oriented nutrition counseling necessary to assist patient in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status. </li><li> Identifies malnourished patients as well as patients at risk for malnutrition and works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions, resources or solutions. Reviews each patient's albumin level and body weight at least monthly. Implements plan of care with involvement of patient/family/caregiver. </li><li> Monitors adherence and response to nutrition therapy, adjusts therapy as needed to achieve and sustain an effective nutritional status, documents why the patient was unable to achieve the goals and implements the plan of care to address issues impacting the patient's ability to achieve the goals. </li><li> Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on Urea Kinetic Modeling recommendations to achieve the physician's prescription of Kt/V. </li><li> Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on management and recommendations for mineral metabolism and renal bone disease, anemia and iron status, nutritional status, psychosocial status, vascular access, modality, rehabilitation status and sodium/volume control. </li><li> Adheres to FMCNA algorithm and medical record policies. </li><li> Reports on nutrition QAI results and participates in the interdisciplinary QAI program. </li><li> Collaborates and coordinates with team members in provision of Pre-ESRD education as appropriate. </li><li> When appropriate, works with Case Manager to coordinate plan of care for patient education and identifies candidates to refer to physician for nutritional supplements, as per disease management agreements. </li></ul><ul><li> Reviews nutrition related lab results: </li></ul><ul><li> Counsels patient and/or caregiver and formulates appropriate action. </li><li> Recommends treatment changes to the interdisciplinary team as appropriate. </li><li> Communicates with physician and/or facility staff regarding lab results as appropriate. </li><li> Communicates lab results and recommended treatment changes to providers of patient care in nursing facilities (i.e., hospitals, short term and long-term care facilities). </li></ul><ul><li> Participates in pertinent staff meetings (i.e., general staff, quality improvement), Care plan meetings, and others as applicable. </li><li> Consults with FMS Corporate Dietitian regarding nutrition concerns as needed. </li><li> Maintains and improves knowledge and skills for a competent and innovative practice. </li><li> Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education hours as specified by American Dietetic Association and state licensure regulations where applicable. </li><li> Collaborates with interdisciplinary team, ensuring that all work areas are safe and clean. </li></ul><ul><li> Other nutrition management duties as assigned. </li></ul><ul><li> Performs other related duties as assigned. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :<ul><li>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.<ul><li>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.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians.</li><li>The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li></ul></li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> None </li></ul> EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS : <ul><li> Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration </li><li> Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged. </li><li> Current state licensure if applicable. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS : <ul><li>Minimum of 1-year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.</li><li>Previous renal experience preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including ability to teach, strong organizational skills, excellent communication, customer service, relationship development, results orientation, team building and decision making.</li><li>Able to perform responsibilities with minimum supervision.</li><li>Basic computer skills required.</li></ul>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. "The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills and competencies and may fall outside of the range shown. Hourly rate-$34-$57/hr.

Registered Dietitian-Part Time

P URPOSE AND SCOPE: Responsible for driving commercial vehicle to deliver products to customers. Ensures accuracy of all paperwork related to the job. Responsible for safety of fellow employees and the public while operating company vehicles and/or performing any company activity. Responsibilities include driving a commercial vehicle rotating stock and inventory checks. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Delivers and picks up products from home patients and clinics according to established safety procedures and guidelines. </li><li> Ensures good customer relations by consistently delivering orders on time and behaving with integrity in a courteous and professional manner </li><li> May take note of and possibly resolve customer complaints. Reports more complex issues and complaints to DC staff or Customer Service for resolution Observe and reports any pertinent anomalies at customer sites </li><li> May set up product and/or place product on shelves or racks at customer sites </li><li> Performs all duties and functions with the goal to achieve OSHA-related targets for recordable incidents and lost time incidents </li><li> Performs rotation and inventory checks of existing product ensuring that an adequate inventory is available for customers </li><li> Obtains customer signature for pickup and delivery of dialysis product </li><li> Adheres to all federal and state specific DOT regulations including but not limited to GVW (Gross Vehicle weight) and hours of service </li><li> Identify and recommend options for route improvements to management as appropriate </li><li> Vehicle related responsibilities include but are not limited to: <ul><li> Performing pre and post trip Inspections of assigned vehicle </li><li> Identify problems and address appropriately </li><li> May perform routine maintenance on vehicle </li><li> Unloading and loading freight as required according to specified procedures and regulations </li><li> Maintaining cleanliness of vehicle </li></ul></li><li> Participates in monthly/quarterly/annual training for Good Manufacturing Practices Health & Safety and Compliance. </li><li> Remains updated with all annually revised regulatory standards. </li><li> Maintains a satisfactory driving record </li><li> Operates material-handling equipment safely and efficiently according to established procedures as required </li><li> Performs functions that require full knowledge of general aspects of the job. </li><li> Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution as deemed necessary. </li><li> Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. P HYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : <ul><li> 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. <ul><li> Heavy work with frequent lifting and carrying of objects 25 -75 pounds on a repetitive basis required. Some deliveries may require carrying product up multiple flights of stairs. </li><li> Re quires extended periods of sitting standing and walking. Operation of commercial vehicle may average 6 to 11 hours per day. </li></ul></li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> None </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> High School Diploma GED or equivalent work experience required. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : <ul><li> Minimum 1 - 2 years of related experience. </li><li> 1 year free of OSHA recordables DOT accidents quality issues roadside inspection violations DOT major logbook violations and significant property damage. </li><li> Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record. </li><li> Ability to operate material handling equipment. </li><li> Must possess a Class A or Class B commercial license </li><li> Prefer possession of a HazMat endorsement. </li><li> Experience with on-board computers paperless DOT logs and/or electronic capture applications preferred. </li><li> Experience with Routing software/fleet management and on-board fleet management systems. </li><li> Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor at all times. </li><li> Strong customer service skills. </li></ul> 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. "The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills and competencies and may fall outside of the range shown. Hourly Rate: $21.00 - $33.00"

Driver II CDL

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 2 may be an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) for new employees who meet the RN CAP 2 criteria or attained through advancement from RN CAP 1. This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs, and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. 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. <ul><li>Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.</li><li>Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.</li><li>Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>Serves as a resource, leader, coach, mentor and role model for new and incumbent employees by setting examples of appropriate behavior, work habits and attitudes towards patients, co-workers, supervisors and the company at the facility, and area level. </li><li>Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.</li><li>Identifies expected outcomes, documents, and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.</li><li>Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.</li><li>Participates in education and quality improvement projects at the facility and area level as directed by Supervisor.</li><li>May serve as a Preceptor to new employees.</li><li>Required to complete CAP requirements to maintain or advance.</li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul> 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.<ul><li>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. </li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>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. </li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk work, computer work and interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li><li>The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li>Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians//LVN/LPNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:<ul><li> Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.</li><li> Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.</li></ul></li></ul> EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Entry level for RNs with minimum of 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience</li></ul> 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. 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Dialysis RN Registered Nurse - PRN

International Registered

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Related Education: <ul><li>Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.</li></ul> Treatment: <ul><li>Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.</li><li>Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.</li><li>Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment</li><li>Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD). </li><li>Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed. </li><li>Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy. </li><li>Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document. </li><li>Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure</li><li>Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings. </li><li>Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed. </li><li>Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160. </li><li>Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes. </li><li>Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection. </li><li>Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy. </li><li>Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. </li><li>Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.</li></ul> Staff Related <ul><li>Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.</li></ul> Education/Communication: <ul><li>Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices</li><li>Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).</li><li>Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.</li></ul> RECORD KEEPING: <ul><li> Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. </li><li> Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner. </li><li> Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure </li></ul> omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff. <ul><li> Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart. </li><li> Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination. </li><li> Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications. </li><li> Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier. </li></ul> INFECTION CONTROL: <ul><li> Assists in collecting information for infection control audits. </li><li> Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices. </li><li> Follows infection control Policies and Procedures </li><li> Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.</li></ul> TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT: <ul><li> Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care </li><li> Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law</li><li> Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan. </li><li> Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them. </li><li> Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit. </li><li> Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up. </li><li> Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice. </li><li> Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee</li></ul>encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.<ul><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li>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 </li><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and 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 push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.</li></ul> EDUCATION AND LICENSES: <ul><li> High School diploma or G.E.D. required.</li><li>Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.</li><li> All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : <ul><li> Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.</li><li>Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.</li></ul> 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.

Patient Care Technician

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Related Education: <ul><li>Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.</li></ul> Treatment: <ul><li>Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.</li><li>Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.</li><li>Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment</li><li>Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD). </li><li>Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed. </li><li>Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy. </li><li>Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document. </li><li>Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure</li><li>Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings. </li><li>Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed. </li><li>Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160. </li><li>Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes. </li><li>Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection. </li><li>Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy. </li><li>Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. </li><li>Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.</li></ul> Staff Related <ul><li>Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.</li></ul> Education/Communication: <ul><li>Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices</li><li>Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).</li><li>Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.</li></ul> RECORD KEEPING: <ul><li> Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. </li><li> Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner. </li><li> Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure </li></ul> omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff. <ul><li> Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart. </li><li> Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination. </li><li> Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications. </li><li> Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier. </li></ul> INFECTION CONTROL: <ul><li> Assists in collecting information for infection control audits. </li><li> Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices. </li><li> Follows infection control Policies and Procedures </li><li> Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.</li></ul> TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT: <ul><li> Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care </li><li> Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law</li><li> Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan. </li><li> Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them. </li><li> Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit. </li><li> Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up. </li><li> Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice. </li><li> Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee</li></ul>encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.<ul><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li>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 </li><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and 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 push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.</li></ul> EDUCATION AND LICENSES: <ul><li> High School diploma or G.E.D. required.</li><li>Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.</li><li> All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : <ul><li> Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.</li><li>Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.</li></ul> 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. "The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills and competencies and may fall outside of the range shown. Hourly Rate: $17.00 - $30.00"

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