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
Job Summary
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.
Responsible for setup, operation, and monitoring of hemodialysis machines, patient vital signs, and vascular access during treatment.
Supports infection control practices, participates in quality improvement activities, and assists in patient education and transitional care.
Matching Summary
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.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Hemodialysis machine operation
Patient vital signs monitoring
Vascular access cannulation
Dialysis treatment initiation and discontinuation
Infection control compliance
Patient safety and observation
Dialysis treatment documentation
Nice-to-have
Patient education support
Continuous quality improvement participation
Transitional care coordination
Team collaboration
Supply and inventory management
Key Requirements
High School diploma or G.E.D.
CMS-approved state and/or national certification
State licensure and training as required
Successful completion of dialysis training program