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 the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines and assisting 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.
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 setup and operation
Patient vital signs monitoring
Vascular access cannulation
Heparin administration
Dialysis treatment initiation and discontinuation
Blood spill cleanup
Machine safety checks
Nice-to-have
Patient education on dialysis
Quality Enhancement Program participation
Process improvement activities
Infection control adherence
Transitional care coordination
Key Requirements
High School diploma or G.E.D.
CMS-approved state/national certification
CPR certification
Successful completion of dialysis training program