Clinical Coordinator - Charge Registered Nurse - Dialysis

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day to day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies.

Responsibilities

Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff; Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies; Participate in patient care plan meetings; Train and orient staff as necessary; Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary; Administer medications to patients per physician's orders; Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members; Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans; Admit new patients according to facility procedure; Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication; Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed; Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff; Participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.); Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State; Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience, plus 3 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting; Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification; Good communication skills - verbal and written

Nice to have

Medical/surgical nursing preferred; Supervisory or management experience preferred

Benefits

Healthcare; Continuing Education; Paid Time Off; Collaborative Environment; Additional Perks; 401(k) Retirement Saving