Amergis
RN Dialysis $60/HR
Amergis, Syracuse, New York, us, 13235
The RN Dialysis nurse is responsible for providing dialysistreatment to patients suffering from kidney failure to include pre and postdialysis care while maintaining a safe environment, providing compassionatecare and per facility / physician orders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensures compassionate, professional delivery of alldialysis-related nursing services in a clinical settingProvides the highest level of care to patients and ensuretheir safety, comfort and well-beingUnderstands the basic and advanced principles of watertreatmentPrepares patients for dialysis treatment and continuallymonitors patients during the treatmentProperly sets up the dialysis machine in preparation for usePrepares dialysate according to formulas and primes withsaline or heparinized solutionResponsible for teaching patients and their families abouthealthcare practices for safety at homeAccurately explains the dialysis procedure and the operationof the dialysis machine to new patients and answers any questions related todialysis and health maintenanceCalculates fluid removal or replacement to be achievedduring the dialysis procedureUses proper techniques to access the dialysis site andcorrectly connects patient to dialysis machineBegins procedure and monitors the dialysis site during thetreatmentAccurately collects, documents, and reports all patient data(i.e. vital signs, weights)Observes and monitors patient(s) during the procedure andreports any changes or adverse reactions in patient's condition to the ChargesRegistered Nurse on dutyProvides skilled intervention to patients as applicable forany signs and symptoms of adverse reaction and/or change in patient's conditionDocuments all patient care procedures performed during thedialysis treatmentCorrectly follows all policies and procedures in testing themachine pre-treatmentCorrectly follows all policies and procedures to discontinuetreatment and disconnect the patient from the dialysis machineResponsible for cleaning and quality control of the dialysisequipmentReports any machine problems or malfunctions to the facilityor charge registered nurse, as required by policyMay participate in the development of patient care plans;depending upon the facility or work assignment.Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which thenurse practicesComplies with all relevant professional standards ofpracticeParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensures compassionate, professional delivery of alldialysis-related nursing services in a clinical settingProvides the highest level of care to patients and ensuretheir safety, comfort and well-beingUnderstands the basic and advanced principles of watertreatmentPrepares patients for dialysis treatment and continuallymonitors patients during the treatmentProperly sets up the dialysis machine in preparation for usePrepares dialysate according to formulas and primes withsaline or heparinized solutionResponsible for teaching patients and their families abouthealthcare practices for safety at homeAccurately explains the dialysis procedure and the operationof the dialysis machine to new patients and answers any questions related todialysis and health maintenanceCalculates fluid removal or replacement to be achievedduring the dialysis procedureUses proper techniques to access the dialysis site andcorrectly connects patient to dialysis machineBegins procedure and monitors the dialysis site during thetreatmentAccurately collects, documents, and reports all patient data(i.e. vital signs, weights)Observes and monitors patient(s) during the procedure andreports any changes or adverse reactions in patient's condition to the ChargesRegistered Nurse on dutyProvides skilled intervention to patients as applicable forany signs and symptoms of adverse reaction and/or change in patient's conditionDocuments all patient care procedures performed during thedialysis treatmentCorrectly follows all policies and procedures in testing themachine pre-treatmentCorrectly follows all policies and procedures to discontinuetreatment and disconnect the patient from the dialysis machineResponsible for cleaning and quality control of the dialysisequipmentReports any machine problems or malfunctions to the facilityor charge registered nurse, as required by policyMay participate in the development of patient care plans;depending upon the facility or work assignment.Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which thenurse practicesComplies with all relevant professional standards ofpracticeParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.