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Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn)

The Harbor At Hickory Hill Prattville AL, 36066

Position Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct nursing care and support to the residents in accord...

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Position Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct nursing care and support to the residents in accordance with our company's established policies, nursing procedures and team standards, and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Core Duties * Directs the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility. Ensures the work assignments are developed and completed, and that all nursing personnel comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility. Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment through the unit and shift. * Administers medications and performs treatments and nursing procedures according to established policies and procedures and nursing standards of care and ensures that all physician/consultant orders and changes to orders are followed. Ensures that narcotic records are accurate for the shift and notifies the Nursing Supervisor of all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted. * Monitors the activities of daily living of residents in relation to the normal aging and/or disease process through assessments of mental status, physical condition and psychological well-being. Encourages residents to participate in and coordinates and adjusts schedules to ensure that residents can attend church services and activities. * Charts nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident and that the care plan is being followed, as well as the residents' response to the care and ensures that all entries are signed and dated. Performs other administrative duties such as completing medical forms evesaluations, studies, reports, etc. and any required filing. Reports all discrepancies noted concerning physician's orders, diet change, charting error, etc., to the Director of Nursing. * Ensures that there is an adequate quantity of supplies readily available to personnel and that the assigned work areas, resident care rooms, treatment areas and common areas are maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner. * Communicates with assigned staff in planning the shifts services, programs and activities and in changes in resident care plans, diet changes, etc. Minimum Qualifications: * Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN training program and possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in our state. * Prior experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility. * Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility. * Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies. * Must have the ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to lift, push, pull of move 50 lbs on a regular basis and 100 lbs occasionally. Risk Exposure Factor It is highly likely that while performing functions assigned to this position, you will be exposed to blood or body fluids.

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Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn)

Affinity Living Group Montgomery AL, 36101

Nature and scope: The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for oversight of all personal care/clinical services and medicati...

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Nature and scope: The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for oversight of all personal care/clinical services and medication delivery services to residents on a day-to-day basis as required by the state regulations and Affinity policies. The Licensed Practical Nurse assists in maintaining an environment that will be homelike, safe and supportive of the resident. The Licensed Practical Nurse assures the training and supervision of personal care/clinical staff in accordance with the residents' needs, state regulations, Affinity Living Group policies and procedures. This job description applies to a Licensed Practical Nurse for Assisted Living and Memory Care. Minimum eligibility requirements * Must be 21 years of age. * Prefer Licensed Practical Nurse with an unrestricted license to practice in the state of employment and other licensure compact states or 3-5 years of managerial experience in a long term care setting, as applicable. * Must have 3-5 years of experience in overseeing the care of senior adults and adults with a cognitive decline is preferred. * Must meet the same training and competency requirements of those being supervised. * Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, community and state officials and general public. * Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly with the understanding that for each resident the facility is considered the Resident's home. * Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual. * Must be honest, ethical, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others. * Must Practice and promote Affinity Guidelines, Policies and Procedures, Mission Statement, Values and goals. * Maintain practice certification and continuing educational hours as required by licensing certification agencies for discipline specific positions to include required hours of dementia annual training. * Must have exceptional organizational skills and ability to re-prioritize daily tasks in order to accommodate fluctuating needs of the resident and community. * Must have strong documentation skills. * Must have experience in training and staff development. * Must have the ability to develop systems for monitoring resident health conditions and for ensuring efficient and safe delivery of resident care. * Must pass criminal background check. * Must meet all health requirements. * Must have valid driver's license. * Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (essential job functions), with or without reasonable accommodation. * Specialized clinical requirements (Licensed Practical Nurse) * LPN may delegate nursing care to unlicensed assisted personnel (UAP) within the scope of practice * Ability to obtain all required continuing education as required by the company, law, licensing agencies and Board of Nursing. * Must have at least 3-5 years of experience supervising the performance of duties to unlicensed personnel (UAP). * Experience of 3 – 5 years or more in the care of senior adults and adults with cognitive decline is preferred. Essential functionsClinical * Ensure sound infection control practices are in place that promote a healthy environment and ensure all required infection control training is met. * Be able to ensure that staff can apply the home's accident, fire safety, disaster, elopement and emergency procedures for protection of the staff and residents. * Maintain responsibility for development, implementation , modification and communication of all resident assessments and care plans. * Participate in resident and family care conferences. * Serve as liaison between resident, family, physician and other health care providers regarding health care issues. * Ensure that changes in resident conditions are evaluated, reported, monitored, and documented with follow up to assure interventions are implemented and documented. * Perform care procedures within the scope of practice as allowed by state law and in compliance with Affinity policy. * Provide oversight of the medication management systems and ensure that Medications Aides are competently trained and that medications are available, dispensed in a safe and effective manner, that the Medication Administration Records (MARs) are accurate and complete and that all medications are current, properly stored and properly disposed of when discontinued. * Maintain an accurate and sufficient inventory of all care supplies including all infection control supplies plus incontinent supplies, and follow established purchasing protocols. * Must participate as a team member of the facility's Quality Assurance Committee and assure the requirements of the Community's QA Program are accurately completed each quarter. * Audit resident records on a regular basis and ensure that documentation indicates compliance with State Regulatory care requirements. Assure records accurately address the care issues, including identified concerns, interventions and outcomes of all residents. In addition , ensure when required, the health care needs are contracted to the appropriate agencies per doctor' s orders. * Ensure that resident care is provided in a safe and effective manner while consistently maintaining resident dignity, choice, privacy and respect. * Maintain a current knowledge of OSHA and state regulations and routinely monitor community compliance with regulations related to resident care. * Assure the completion of staff schedules with ongoing monitoring of schedules to assure staffing requirements are met. * Recruiting and hiring of qualified care staff employees. * Coordinates and oversees the ordering of resident specific and departmental health related supplies. * Any other duties assigned by the Director of Resident Care or the Executive Director. Joint decisions and duties between Licensed Practical Nurse and the Director of Resident Care * Completion of resident assessments and development of customized care/service plans, as applicable. * Compliance with all appropriate regulations. * Complete, review and submit incident reports per state regulations and Affinity Living Group Policy. * Develop, implement and monitor plan of correction for compliance * Implement and facilitate emergency procedures in coordination with the Director of Resident Care Supervisory functions * Responsible for supervising, assigning significant overall duties and tasks and responsibly directing the work of all clinical employees with full accountability for the performance of subordinates. * Responsible for timely and effective communication of all department employees including positive feedback * Communicate and enforce policies and procedures including Affinity Living Group policies and procedures dealing with rules of employee conduct, the employer's safety and sanitation policies and other human resource policies, and directly discipline and effectively recommend corrective and disciplinary action to enforce such policies to Director of Resident Care. * Evaluate performance and effectively recommend changes to terms and conditions of employment based on such evaluations. * Ability to lead and direct the overall operations on the community in accordance with residents' needs, government regulations, and Affinity Living Group policies and procedures in the absence of the Director of Resident Care. Customer service * Responsible for ensuring that all employees are providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers. * Perform job duties for residents and with team members in a courteous and professional manner. * Take initiative to ensure resident safety and satisfaction is a priority . * Meet and greet visitors in a friendly, helpful manner (Visitors include anyone who visits the community; specifically, current residents' families and friends, prospective residents and their families, referral sources, vendors and regulators). * Answer facility and resident phones appropriately, according to company and community standards. * Communicate professionally and cooperate with supervisor and all community personnel. Residents' Rights * Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding Residents' Rights. Assure reporting of infringement of Resident Rights is timely reported. Training * Successfully complete Licensed Professional Support Skills and medication skills check off. * Completed required State trainings. * Attend training sessions as directed by supervisor. Other * Follow and communicate Affinity Living Group goals, values, guidelines and policies and procedures. * The job description provides a framework for the job; other duties may be assigned as necessary.

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Nurse Licensed Practical II

State Of Mississippi Montgomery AL, 36101

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is technical work involving participation in and implementation of...

Posted 4 days ago

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is technical work involving participation in and implementation of nursing care in all settings. The work is performed under the supervision of a licensed physician, dentist, or Registered Nurse. Supervision is frequently exercised over attendants or other workers in lower classifications. Examples of Work:Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: Takes and records vital signs, reporting significant changes to the appropriate person. Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment and examination of patients. Performs tracheotomy care, catheterization, catheter care, and gastrostomy care. Assists with rehabilitation of patients. Prepares food trays and assists patient with diet as needed. Provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients. Observes, records, and reports to the appropriate persons the general and specific physical and mental conditions of patients. Renders general nursing care to patients by administering prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques. Provides direct patient care under supervision of the Registered Nurse, physician, or dentist. Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications:These minimum qualifications have been agreed upon by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in this job class and are based upon a job analysis and the essential functions. However, if a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to the Mississippi State Personnel Board in writing, identifying the related education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Education: Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED or High School Equilavency); AND Education: Completion of an accredited one-year (thirty (30) semester hours) practical nursing program; AND Experience: Two (2) years of experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse and licensure as required below. Certification/Licensure Requirements: Must possess a valid Mississippi License of Practical Nursing. Documentation Required: Applicant must attach a valid copy of his/her Mississippi License of Practical Nursing. Essential Functions:Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring agency. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Administers prescribed medications and treatments. 2. Monitors physical and/or mental conditions of patients/clients. 3. Provides documentation, prepares reports, and maintains patient records. 4. Maintains effective communication with patients, families, and members of the health care staff.

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Home Health Nurse

Healthcare Recruiters Clanton AL, 35045

: Client is seeking a home health nurse to provide, coordinate, and direct the provision of home nursing...

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Nurse Practitioner (Np)

Premise Health Montgomery AL, 36101

We have an opening for a PRN Nurse Practitioner to work at our employer health center located in Montgomery, AL! Premise Health...

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We have an opening for a PRN Nurse Practitioner to work at our employer health center located in Montgomery, AL! Premise Health is a leading worksite health and patient engagement company dedicated to improving the cost and quality of employee healthcare. We believe healthcare should be about helping people get, stay and be well. That's our mission and it's the foundation of everything we do. With more than 40 years of experience, Premise Health manages more than 500 worksite-based health and wellness centers across the country. The company serves more than 200 of the nation's leading employers, including a significant number of the Fortune 1000. Purpose of the Position: The nurse practitioner (NP) uses clinical judgments in conducting health assessments making differential diagnosis, and prescribing pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. Plans are implemented through independent action, health counseling, and collaboration with other members of the health team. The NP is responsible for clinical oversight and health center consultation regarding administration of health care policy and procedure of the delivery of on-site health services. The NP promotes optimum health, prevents illness and injury, and manages acute and chronic health problems in the on-site setting. Essential Functions: * Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of Physician. * Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needs. * Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition. Provides written home-going instructions. * Collaborates with Physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan as necessary. * Prescribes or recommends medications or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures. * Refers patients to Physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment. * Maintains medical records using (In some health centers it may be using Electronic Medical Record software). * Educates and coaches nursing staff on best nursing practices. * Other duties as assigned. If you want to join a team of knowledgeable, compassionate, like-minded healthcare professionals, join Premise Health for an unlimited opportunity with the company that is changing the face and the place of the healthcare industry as we know it. We are an equal opportunity employer. Basic Qualifications: * Master's degree (MSN) required. * Licensed as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in state of practice * Nationally Certified as a Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner. * Current Certification in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for medical provider is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support may also be required based on contract scope of services. * Appropriate certification to write prescriptions under the authority of the Medical Leader, if allowed within state of practice. * At least three years of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner in an ambulatory care, occupational health, family practice or emergency department setting. * Knowledge of workplace health and safety concepts and OSHA regulations preferred. Preferred Qualifications: * Training skills a plus * Knowledge and experience with Electronic Medical Records * Demonstrated problem-solving and work flow management skills

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Nurse Manager: Dialysis Hospital Services

MTX Therapy Services Montgomery AL, 36101

Nurse Manager: Dialysis Hospital Services Nurse: Management * Montgomery, AL * Full-time key qualificationslicenses and cer...

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Mh-Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

State Of Mississippi Montgomery AL, 36101

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions Under the general direction of an administrative or clinical director, ...

Posted 4 days ago

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions Under the general direction of an administrative or clinical director, incumbent provides psychiatric care and treatment to patients in a Psychiatric facility such as a clinic, health center, or public health agency in collaboration/consultation with a physician currently holding an unrestricted license in Mississippi. In accordance with their Board of Nursing approved protocol, the Nurse Practitioner may assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate responses to treatment for psychiatric illnesses. Examples of Work:Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: Obtains histories; formulates diagnosis and plan of treatment; and orders and interprets diagnostic studies while assessing clients' current health care needs. Prescribes medications and therapeutic treatments that are appropriate for diagnosis and plans within the allowed parameters of applicable regulations. Evaluation, differential diagnosis, treatment, and/or referral when appropriate of uncomplicated psychiatric illnesses in adults and/or adolescents including: Schizophrenia and other Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders, Delirium, Disorders Associated with Cognitive Impairment, Personality Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Alcohol and Substance Abuse, Somatoform Disorders, Factitious Disorders and Malingering, Dissociative Disorders, Psychosexual Disorder, Paraphilia's, Sleep Disorders, and Pain Management. Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications: EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Education: A Nurse Practitioner Degree in Family Psychiatric Mental Health or Adult Psychiatric Mental Health from a nursing school accredited by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE); and Certification/Licensure/Registration/Documentation as required below. Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Applicant must currently be certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and/or the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC). Applicant must currently be certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. Required Document(s): Applicant must attach a copy of his/her certification by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and/or the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC). Application must attach a copy of his/her license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by the Mississippi Board of Nursing.

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Nurse Practitioner, House Calls - Statewide Traveler - Alabama - Sign On Bonus And Loan Repayment Options Available For External Candidates

Unitedhealth Group Inc. Montgomery AL, 36101

Join us and you'll discover a chance to truly help others live healthier lives while enjoying the compensation and benefits you wo...

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Join us and you'll discover a chance to truly help others live healthier lives while enjoying the compensation and benefits you would expect from a Fortune 6 industry leader. How about an added bonus of help with paying down your student loans? Nurse Practitioners hired into Traveler roles are eligible to receive a sign on bonus OR a reduced sign-on bonus plus three years of student loan repayment assistance through our Student Loan Repayment (SLR) program. This could mean up to an additional $40K in benefits to you as well as the opportunity to pay down your student loan faster! Serving millions of Medicare and Medicaid patients, Optum is the nation's largest health and wellness business and a vibrant, growing member of the UnitedHealth Group family. We're also the career home for Nurse Practitioners who bring compassion and passion, energy and focus to their work every day. Do you have compassion and a passion to help others? Transforming healthcare and millions of lives as a result starts with the values you embrace and the passion you bring to achieve your life's best work.(sm) The Nurse Practitioner, Statewide Traveler provides in-home assessments on qualified Medicare Advantage members, Community and State member and several other plans. The will be deployed outside of their home market. Primary Responsibilities: * Travel up to 100%; regions are identified and updated based on business needs * Conduct in-home assessments on health plan members * Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management * Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge, judgment and current findings * Communicate gaps in care to member's PCP * Identify referral needs * Identify urgent and emergent situations for proper intervention * Educate members on topics related to health conditions and promotion * Compliance with all HIPAA regulations and maintain security of protected health information (PHI) Required Qualifications: * FNP, GNP, ANP, board certified or eligible with an active, unencumbered licensure free any open / unresolved disciplinary actions including probation or restrictions against privilege to practice * Access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client and/or patient sites within a designated area * Proficient with electronic medical records and the internet * Ability to lift 30 pound bag in and out of care and up and down stairs as needed * Ability to navigate stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions and configurations * Ability to sit, stand and kneel as needed to perform physical assessment * Strong communication skills with the geriatric or Medicare population Preferred Qualifications: * 3 years of experience in a clinical setting * Home Health Care or Nursing Home experience * Detailed oriented; dependable and reliable Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm) PLEASE NOTE The sign on bonus and/or Loan Repayment is available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time, or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus or Loan Repayment unless they are newly moving to this role Traveling Nurse Practitioner Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. Job Keywords: 100% travel, medicare, clinical, home health care, nursing home, electronic, medical records, Montgomery, AL, Alabama

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Registered Nurse (Full Time)

Genesis Healthcare LLC Elmore AL, 36025

Genesis is the nation's leading provider of healthcare services from short-term to long-term care and a wide variety of living...

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Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN

Fresenius Medical Care Montgomery AL, 36101

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team as a Staff Registered Nurse to ensure provision of qu...

Posted 3 days ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team as a Staff Registered Nurse to ensure provision of quality patient care on a daily basis in accordance with FMS policies, procedures, and training. Supports the FMCNA 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 FMCNA Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). Supports the FMCNA's mission, vision, values, and customer service philosophy. Adheres to all requirements of the FMCNA Compliance Program, and FMS patient care and administrative policies. DUTIES / ACTIVITIES: CUSTOMER SERVICE: * Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer service standards. * Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers. * Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication. * Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES STAFF RELATED: * Directs Patient Care Technician's provision of safe and effective delivery of chronic hemodialysis therapy to patients in compliance with standards outlined in the facility policy procedure manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies * Delegates tasks to all direct patient care staff including but not limited to LVN/LPNs, Patient Care Technicians, and Dialysis Assistants * Assesses daily patient care needs and develops appropriate patient care assignments * Monitors patient care staff for appropriate techniques and adherence to facility policy and procedures * Participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned * Participates in all required staff meetings as scheduled PATIENT RELATED: Education: * Ensures educational needs of patients and family are met regarding End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) * Provides ongoing education to patients regarding their renal disease, vascular access and dialysis therapy, and other related health conditions * Discusses with patient, and records education related to diet/fluid and medication compliance * Provides patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where applicable - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM) * Ensures transplant awareness, modality awareness, and drive catheter reduction * Educates patients regarding laboratory values and the relationship to adequate dialysis therapy, compliance with treatment schedule, medications, and fluid * Dialysis Treatment: * Provides safe and effective delivery of care to patients with ESRD * Implements accurate treatment prescriptions including Sodium (Na) modeling prescription, and Ultrafiltration modeling (where appropriate) to ensure stable treatment therapy as indicated * Assesses patients' response to hemodialysis treatment therapy, making appropriate adjustments and modifications to the treatment plan as indicated by the prescribing physician. Communicates problems or concerns to the Team Leader or physician. * Identifies and communicates patient related issues to Team Leader or physician * Initiates Initial and Annual Nursing Assessment, and ongoing evaluation and documentation of patient care needs according to FMC Policies and Procedures * Participates in the pre evaluation, initiation, monitoring, termination, access homeostasis, and post evaluation of patients receiving hemodialysis treatment therapy according to established FMC procedures * Identifies and implements appropriate intervention for changes in patient adequacy status and troubleshooting access flow issues as identified by OLC/AMP yellow lights * Provides, supervises (if applicable), and monitors hemodialysis access care according to established procedures. * Implements, administers, monitors, and documents patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier * Ensures accurate and complete documentation by Patient Care Technician on the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet * Laboratory-related: * Reviews, transcribes, and enters physician lab orders accurately into the Medical Information System * Ensures appropriate preparation of lab requisitions for Spectra or alternate lab * Ensures correct labs tubes are utilized for prescribed lab specimens and that lab draw and processing procedures are performed appropriately for all lab samples * Identifies and ensures appropriate follow-through regarding missed labs and specimens reported to be insufficient according to company policies and procedures * Ensures all specimens are appropriately packaged according to Department of Transportation (DOT) policies and procedures relating to shipment of blood or body fluid specimens and potentially hazardous material * Ensures that all labs are directed and delivered to appropriate labs * Reports alert/panic and abnormal labs results to appropriate physician * Ensures lab results are forwarded to physicians as requested General duties: * Enforces all company approved polices and procedures, as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies and departments * Maintains overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner * Act as a resource for other staff members * Routinely meets with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information * Collaborate and communicate with physicians and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and coordinate care provided to the patient * Provides assistance as needed to patients regarding prescription refills according to FMCNA Policies * Ensures all physician orders are transcribed and entered into the Medical Information system in a timely manner. * Oversees all documentation of patient information * Maintains facility drug list for all required stock medications * Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiates CPR and emergency measures in the event of a cardiac and/or respiratory arrest * Ensures verification and availability of adequate emergency equipment * Ensures provision of appropriate vaccinations, immunizations, and annual Tuberculosis (TB) testing * Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification if indicated * Administers PRN medications as prescribed and completes appropriate documentation of assessment of effectiveness. * Maintains appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law * Assists with the coordination of patient transportation if necessary MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL: * Ensures a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in the dialysis facility treatment area * Ensures competency in the operation of all dialysis-related equipment safely and effectively * Ensures all patient stations, including machines and chairs, are clean and free of blood and placed appropriately * Ensures that all blood spills are immediately addressed according to FMCNA Blood-borne Pathogen Control Policies MEDICAL RECORDS & DOCUMENTATION: General * Ensures all relevant data including physician orders, lab results, vital signs and treatment parameters, and patient status are documented appropriately and entered into Medical Information System * Ensures all appropriate patient related treatment data is entered into the Medical Information System * Ensures all FMCNA policies regarding patient admission, transfer, and discharge are appropriately implemented * Ensures and verify accuracy of Patient Care Technician documentation Daily * Reviews and ensures appropriate daily completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheets by all patient care staff * Ensures that all appropriate procedures are followed regarding opening and closing procedures, inclusive of monitoring that all staff and patients have safely left the premises Monthly * Initiates, documents, and completes ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports * Completes monthly nurses' progress note * Ensures patient medical records are complete with appropriate information, documentation, and identification on each page (Addressograph label is on all chart forms) * Reviews transplant status and follows established procedure regarding appropriate action to be taken * Completes patient care plans for new patients within the initial 30 days or any patients deemed unstable requiring monthly patient care plans * Completes any long-term programs that are due Annually * Completes initial and annual Nursing History and Assessment physical * Ensures completion of Annual Standing Order Review with each physician as required OTHER: * Performs additional duties as assigned. 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. 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 accommodations can be made. 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 move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet. 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. EDUCATION * Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. * Current appropriate state licensure * Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed * Education and Training qualifications per UltraCare CAP program requirements. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS * Minimum of one-year medical-surgical nursing experience preferred * Hemodialysis experience preferred * ICU experience preferred * Experience and skill requirements as delineated for the appropriate level in the UltraCare CAP program. * Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis * Successfully complete CPR Certification * Provide coverage at any or all area facilities as required by management * ICD - 9 coding Training * Nurses Technical Training * Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any) EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Share *

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