RN - Dialysis - Per Diem
Company: Employer
Location: Nantucket
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Summary:Performs standard nursing practices as outlined by
Dialysis Unit policies and procedures.Essential Job Duties and
ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate understanding of the standards of care
related to hemodialysis/ESRD nursing.Demonstrates proficiency in
performing dialysis nursing by: Assessing patient access for
patency and/or complicationsPerforming cannulation efficiently and
effectivelyAssessing patient pre and post treatmentperforming
dialysis treatment per unit standardmonitoring for patient response
to RxAssessing patient for dischargeMonitoring estimated dry weight
appropriatelyHandling complications efficiently and
effectivelyseeking guidance/advice from appropriate source when
indicatedmaintaining effective psycho-social skills with
patientsCollects and documents all data pertinent to each patient's
actual and potential needs. Documents and reports significant
findings of ongoing patient assessment. Formulates the patient plan
of care based on acceptable standards of practice.Communicates the
patient plan of care (written/verbal) through established
procedures. Plans individualized patient care using nursing theory
in collaboration with patient and other health care
providers.Attends Short- and Long-Term Care Plan
conferencesImplements patient's plan of care in collaboration with
patient, family members and significant others. Communicates the
initial plan of care and revision (written/verbal) through shift
reports and other established procedures.Implements, consistently
provides and documents patient education related to ESRD/dialysis
plan of care in the patient record.Evaluates nursing interventions
to changing patient situations as demonstrated by patient outcome,
documentation in the patient record and revision of the plan of
care.Prioritizes nursing interventions in complex and rapidly
changing patient situations, as evidenced by the patient outcome
and documentation in the record.Recognizes acute problems that
occur in the unit and intervenes in a safe manner, in accordance
with Nursing Department and Hospital procedure.Reports unusual
occurrences to Clinical Coordinator/Clinical Nurse Manager and/or
MD as appropriate.Demonstrates proficiency in administering
treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the
unit/department as demonstrated by the skills checklist.Administers
safely and documents medication regimen according to established
procedures with no more than three (3) documented errors per year.
Uses standard precautions and appropriate personal protective
equipment as outlined in the Nursing Department Infection Control
Manual.Demonstrates competency in the following areas by physical
demonstration, verbal or written exam (medical equipment, age
specific assessment and intervention, procedures such as IV
therapy, lab draws, medication administration, etc.), as may be
required in the performance of job duties and
responsibilities.Participates in activities designed for
professional growth in nursing as well as Nephrology.Attends all
mandatory Hospital/Nursing Department in-service training sessions
and meetings. Participates in department meetings and conferences
as required.Reviews and signs all in-service updates.Identifies own
limitations in skills and knowledge as demonstrated by seeking
guidance when needed from appropriate colleagues.Actively
participates in own performance appraisal.Helps maintains
performance and sterility of dialysis machines by performing:Heat
and bleach disinfectionObtaining monthly culturesMaintaining
machine logsMaintains order by maintaining adequate stock of
supplies and ensuring adequate forms for the clinical record,
patient education, etc.Participates in department quality
improvement activities.Provides assistance to other staff members
when needed and requestedParticipates in the orientation of new
staff members.Assists in the scheduling of seasonal/transient
patients and obtaining the necessary transfer paperwork.Maintains
confidentiality of patient information in accordance with Hospital
policy and applicable statutes and regulations.Maintains
confidentiality of patient information in accordance with Hospital
policy and applicable statutes and regulations.Qualifications
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for the
PositionSkills:Must be able to demonstrate adequate technical
skills and judgment to function unsupervised during on-call, second
shift, and weekend hours.Ability to:Ability to tactfully
communicate with both internal and external customers.Ability to
handle stress and work in emergency situations. Ability to use of
fingers and hands to operate all department-related equipment as
described on the Department checklist. Additionally, must use
beeper, telephone, calculator, fax, and other related office
equipment.Ability to Stand and walk approximately ninety percent
(90%) of shift, with frequent climbing, bending, reaching,
stooping, squatting, and helping to lift objects and/or patients
ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) or more pounds.Ability
to bend, twist, crouch, squat, pull, push, reach, and remain
stationary for short period of times and perform repetitive
motions.Ability to use hands, fingers, arms and wrists, hearing,
smell, and verbal skills are required in order to perform job
duties.Ability to differentiate colorsCredentials and Experience
RequiredGraduate of an accredited RN program required; Bachelor's
Degree preferred.Prior experience of greater than 1 year in a
medical/surgical unit required.Critical care experience
preferred.Valid Massachusetts RN License, BLS required, ACLS
recommended but not required.Cardiopulmonary resuscitation ("CPR")
certification preferred.Special RequirementsMust be available to
work day or evening shifts, as well as weekend rotations, as
assigned.Must be available to stay overnight should need arise
during patient transports off island.Must be able to rotate to
other units, as assigned.Must be willing to work additional shifts,
as assigned.Must be available to work in the case of a declared
hospital emergency.Must be tested on hire for color-blindnessEEO
Statement Nantucket Cottage Hospital is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we
choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed,
national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual
orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other
status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals
with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to
participate in the job application or interview process, to perform
essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and
privileges of employment.
Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted:
01/24/2023
Keywords: Employer, Nantucket , RN - Dialysis - Per Diem, Healthcare , Nantucket, Massachusetts
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