Your Healing Mission Matters As a Gastroenterologist with Clinch Valley Health in Richlands, Virginia, you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valued member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to caring with a local heart. You'll have access to the staff, resources, and technologies needed to make a meaningful impact on patient care while contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment. At Lifepoint, you'll find a workplace where what truly matters is achievable - from your career goals to your well-being. Position Details:<ul><li> Hospital Employed Position</li><li> Established GI Program with 2 GI Specialists</li><li> Support of Clinic-Based APRN for Outpatient Services</li><li> Support of Physician Assistant for Procedures</li><li> 2 Staffed Endo Suites</li><li> Facility Performing Endoscopic Mucosal Resection</li></ul> About Our Hospital and Health System:Clinch Valley Health is a 175-bed hospital located in Richlands, Virginia and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. Clinch Valley Health is a Lifepoint Health National Quality Care Leader and a 2025 Leap Frog Grade A Facility.About the Community:Living in Richlands, VA, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and a strong sense of community.<ul><li> Affordable Cost of Living: Richlands offers an affordable lifestyle with reasonable housing costs, lower property taxes, and overall expenses. Residents can enjoy more space for less money compared to larger urban areas.</li><li> Rich Natural Beauty: Situated in the Appalachian Mountains, Richlands is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, including forests, rivers, and hiking trails. It s perfect for outdoor lovers who enjoy activities like hiking, fishing, and camping, as well as simply relaxing in a serene environment.</li><li> Strong, Supportive Community: A tight-knit town where neighbors know and care for each other. Local events, community festivals, and volunteer opportunities foster a strong sense of belonging and connectedness. It s an ideal environment for families and individuals seeking a close, welcoming atmosphere.</li><li> Easy Access to Outdoor Recreation: With the nearby Jefferson National Forest and Breaks Interstate Park, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy countless activities like hiking, camping, birdwatching, and wildlife exploration year-round.</li><li> Convenient Access to Larger Cities: While Richlands offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere, it s also within driving distance of larger cities like Bristol, VA, and Bluefield, WV, which provides residents with access to additional shopping, cultural experiences, and entertainment options.</li><li> Quiet, Peaceful Lifestyle: One of the main attractions of Richlands is its peaceful, rural lifestyle, with less traffic, less noise, and more opportunities to enjoy nature. Whether you re looking for a slower pace of life or simply enjoy quiet evenings at home.</li></ul> Our compensation package can include:<ul><li> Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus</li><li> Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance</li><li> Paid time off and retirement plan</li><li> Comprehensive health and well-being benefits</li><li> Student loan repayment assistance</li><li> Early-commitment residency stipend</li><li> Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days</li><li> Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage</li><li> Marketing and practice growth assistance</li></ul> Clinch Valley Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Clinch Valley Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?O%2fbVHH%2fWGibNjkoTCpX0eQz" width="0" height="0" />

**Gastroenterologist**

Your healing mission matters. As a Gastroenterologist with Clinch Valley Health in Richlands, Virginia, you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valued member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to caring with a local heart. You'll have access to the staff, resources, and technologies needed to make a meaningful impact on patient care while contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment. At Lifepoint, you'll find a workplace where what truly matters is achievable - from your career goals to your well-being.

**Job Description**

- Hospital employed position
- Established GI program with 2 GI specialists
- Support of clinic-based APRN for outpatient services
- Support of physician assistant for procedures
- 2 staffed endo suites
- Facility performing endoscopic mucosal resection

**About Our Hospital and Health System**

Clinch Valley Health is a 175-bed hospital located in Richlands, Virginia and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. Clinch Valley Health is a Lifepoint Health National Quality Care Leader and a 2025 Leap Frog Grade A Facility.

**Community Overview**

Living in Richlands, VA, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and a strong sense of community.

- Affordable cost of living: Richlands offers an affordable lifestyle with reasonable housing costs, lower property taxes, and overall expenses. Residents can enjoy more space for less money compared to larger urban areas.
- Rich natural beauty: Situated in the Appalachian Mountains, Richlands is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, including forests, rivers, and hiking trails. It’s perfect for outdoor lovers who enjoy activities like hiking, fishing, and camping, as well as simply relaxing in a serene environment.
- Strong, supportive community: A tight-knit town where neighbors know and care for each other. Local events, community festivals, and volunteer opportunities foster a strong sense of belonging and connectedness. It’s an ideal environment for families and individuals seeking a close, welcoming atmosphere.
- Easy access to outdoor recreation: With the nearby Jefferson National Forest and Breaks Interstate Park, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy countless activities like hiking, camping, birdwatching, and wildlife exploration year-round.
- Convenient access to larger cities: While Richlands offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere, it’s also within driving distance of larger cities like Bristol, VA, and Bluefield, WV, which provides residents with access to additional shopping, cultural experiences, and entertainment options.
- Quiet, peaceful lifestyle: One of the main attractions of Richlands is its peaceful, rural lifestyle, with less traffic, less noise, and more opportunities to enjoy nature. Whether you’re looking for a slower pace of life or simply enjoy quiet evenings at home.

**Benefits**

- Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
- Paid time off and retirement plan
- Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Early-commitment residency stipend
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days
- Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
- Marketing and practice growth assistance

Clinch Valley Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Clinch Valley Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Gastroenterology Physician

Gastroenterology opportunity: Wytheville, VA Located 75 miles from Roanoke - 30,000 person service areaPosition Details:<ul><li>Full-time</li><li>Permanent position</li><li>Hospital employed position. </li><li>Competitive salary plus production bonuses. </li><li>Call of 10 days per month. </li><li>Vacation time of 5 weeks, plus 1 week for CME. </li><li>Sign-on bonus amount is negotiable. </li><li>ERCP and EUS are both optional. </li></ul>The HospitalLocated in the heart of Wytheville, the hospital is a 100-bed, acute-care facility that provides medical services to the people of Wythe and Bland counties and surrounding areas. A healthcare leader in the community, the hospital offers a host of services including: emergency department, outpatient Imaging, women's services and a birthing center, urology, a bone & joint center, post-acute care, surgical services, occupational medicine, a pain center, rehabilitation and therapy services.Hospital is fully accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and has earned Chest Pain Center Accreditation by the Society for Cardiovascular Patient Care, the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology. It was named a TJC 2014 Top Performer on Key Quality Measures, earned Blue Distinction Center Designation for Quality in Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries, and is accredited by the American Commission on Cancer. We are proud to offer patients access to state-of-the-art technology including: CT and MRI, and the CENTURION vision system for cataract surgery.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?nyOUPDb5fxJpds1jec6y%2fwq" width="0" height="0" />

**Gastroenterology Opportunity**

Located 75 miles from Roanoke, this position serves a 30,000 person service area.

**Job Description**

- Full-time
- Permanent position
- Hospital employed position
- Competitive salary plus production bonuses
- Call of 10 days per month
- Vacation time of 5 weeks, plus 1 week for CME
- Sign-on bonus amount is negotiable
- ERCP and EUS are both optional

**The Hospital**

Located in the heart of Wytheville, the hospital is a 100-bed, acute-care facility that provides medical services to the people of Wythe and Bland counties and surrounding areas. A healthcare leader in the community, the hospital offers a host of services including: emergency department, outpatient imaging, women's services and a birthing center, urology, a bone & joint center, post-acute care, surgical services, occupational medicine, a pain center, rehabilitation and therapy services. The hospital is fully accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and has earned Chest Pain Center Accreditation by the Society for Cardiovascular Patient Care, the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology. It was named a TJC 2014 Top Performer on Key Quality Measures, earned Blue Distinction Center Designation for Quality in Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries, and is accredited by the American Commission on Cancer. We are proud to offer patients access to state-of-the-art technology including: CT and MRI, and the CENTURION vision system for cataract surgery.

Seeking Anesthesiologists for Princeton Community Hospitalin Princeton, West Virginia for locum coverage.Echo Locum Tenens is a direct affiliate of Sound Physicians, offering priority scheduling ahead of other locum agencies. Enjoy flexible shifts with no minimum requirements, competitive pay, covered travel and lodging, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, and full-service credentialing, logistics, payroll, and licensing support.Program details:<ul><li>179-bed hospital</li><li>10 Points of Service</li><li>Schedule: Mon-Fri, 10-hour days, Weekend: On Call Only</li><li>Types of cases: GS, Endo, OB, Gyn, Pod, Uro, ENT, Ortho, Ortho-totals,</li><li>Medically direct CRNAs</li><li>1:4 Ratio</li></ul>Click apply for immediate consideration.Lijo Varghese - Senior Recruitment Consultant 400097.P-048869<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?uACDoyOpNYMZ0bXH4QiTLQm" width="0" height="0" />

**Anesthesiologist**

Seeking Anesthesiologists for Princeton Community Hospital in Princeton, West Virginia for locum coverage.

Echo Locum Tenens is a direct affiliate of Sound Physicians, offering priority scheduling ahead of other locum agencies. Enjoy flexible shifts with no minimum requirements, competitive pay, covered travel and lodging, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, and full-service credentialing, logistics, payroll, and licensing support.

**Job Description**

- 179-bed hospital
- 10 Points of Service
- Schedule: Mon-Fri, 10-hour days, Weekend: On Call Only
- Types of cases: GS, Endo, OB, Gyn, Pod, Uro, ENT, Ortho, Ortho-totals
- Medically direct CRNAs
- 1:4 Ratio

Physician / Anesthesiology / West Virginia / Permanent / Anesthesiologist Job

Our client has an opportunity available for a family practice physician to join their thriving outpatient-only family medicine group in Princeton, West Virginia. The group of 3 physicians and 2 NP?s practices full-scope family medicine. Opportunity Information<ul><li>Premier practice with a strong reputation for providing excellent care to patients from birth through geriatrics and is located on an academic medical center campus</li><li>Primary Care is supported by the hospitalist group for all its acute care coverage</li><li>Employed through non-profit, 203-bed acute care multispecialty medical facility which services a 10-county region in southern West Virginia and southwest Virginia</li><li>Guaranteed base salary plus bonus incentives and comprehensive benefits</li><li>Student Loan Repayment options</li><li>Generous signing bonus</li></ul>Community HighlightsLocated in beautiful southern West Virginia, Princeton is home to a rich history of manufacturing, technology, and tourism. I-77 runs through the heart of the county and provides quick access to 8 major markets in the region. Located just under 3 hours north of Charlotte, NC and within easy driving distance to many mid-Atlantic and Southeast cities, Princeton offers residents the best of small-town America with top-ranked public schools and access to incredible recreational opportunities. MR-8 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?XTPg%2foUqCEecYjfLn%2f1Zmgy" width="0" height="0" />

**Family Practice Physician**

Our client has an opportunity available for a family practice physician to join their thriving outpatient-only family medicine group in Princeton, West Virginia. The group of 3 physicians and 2 NPs practices full-scope family medicine.

**Job Description**

- Premier practice with a strong reputation for providing excellent care to patients from birth through geriatrics and is located on an academic medical center campus
- Primary care is supported by the hospitalist group for all its acute care coverage
- Employed through a non-profit, 203-bed acute care multispecialty medical facility which services a 10-county region in southern West Virginia and southwest Virginia
- Guaranteed base salary plus bonus incentives and comprehensive benefits
- Student loan repayment options
- Generous signing bonus

**Community Overview**

Located in beautiful southern West Virginia, Princeton is home to a rich history of manufacturing, technology, and tourism. I-77 runs through the heart of the county and provides quick access to 8 major markets in the region. Located just under 3 hours north of Charlotte, NC and within easy driving distance to many mid-Atlantic and Southeast cities, Princeton offers residents the best of small-town America with top-ranked public schools and access to incredible recreational opportunities.

Physician / Family Practice / West Virginia / Permanent / Family Medicine Academic Affiliated Practice in West Virginia Job

Our client is seeking multiple Hospitalists for a WVU Affiliate in Princeton, West Virginia. Opportunity Highlights<ul><li>203-bed acute care multispecialty medical facility serving a 10-county region in southern West Virginia and southwestern Virginia</li><li>Internal Medicine or Family Medicine trained physicians are welcome</li><li>The team currently has two full-time nocturnists who cover almost all night shifts</li><li>Experienced group of Advanced Practice Providers that provide excellent support to our physicians</li><li>The ICU is open and procedures are not required</li><li>H1 visa sponsorships are available</li><li>Leading compensation with a full benefits package</li></ul>CommunityThe hospital is proudly located in the heart of Mercer County, West Virginia, an area rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. The City of Princeton provides a progressive business environment while preserving traditional hometown values. MR-4 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?qdb5EZ44QaXXJV1USqPI2Ah" width="0" height="0" />

**Hospitalist**

Our client is seeking multiple Hospitalists for a WVU Affiliate in Princeton, West Virginia.

**Job Description**

- 203-bed acute care multispecialty medical facility serving a 10-county region in southern West Virginia and southwestern Virginia
- Internal Medicine or Family Medicine trained physicians are welcome
- The team currently has two full-time nocturnists who cover almost all night shifts
- Experienced group of Advanced Practice Providers that provide excellent support to our physicians
- The ICU is open and procedures are not required
- H1 visa sponsorships are available
- Leading compensation with a full benefits package

**Community Overview**

The hospital is proudly located in the heart of Mercer County, West Virginia, an area rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. The City of Princeton provides a progressive business environment while preserving traditional hometown values.

Physician / Hospitalist / West Virginia / Permanent / Hospitalists: Join West Virginia Academic Affiliated Program Job

IM-Cardiology needed for a Locum practice in Virginia Coverage dates: ASAP - Ongoing EMR System: Athena Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinic Hours + Call Practice Setting: Outpatient Located near Bishop,VA If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please call or text MD Staff at . You can also reach us through email at . Please reference Job ID HDAJOBS MDSTAFF<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?BvI8EKHZMpiHuFVOrINX4gc" width="0" height="0" />

**Cardiologist**

IM-Cardiology needed for a locum practice in Virginia. This opportunity offers coverage dates from ASAP to ongoing, utilizing the Athena EMR system. The practice setting is outpatient, with scheduled clinic hours and call responsibilities. The location is near Bishop, VA.

**Job Description**

- Provide cardiology services in an outpatient setting
- Manage patient care with scheduled clinic hours and call duties



Physician / Cardiology / Virginia / Locum Tenens / Locums IM-Cardiology Job in Virginia Job

Locum opportunity for an Pediatrics in Virginia Coverage dates: ASAP - Ongoing EMR System: Paragon Coverage Type: Call Only Practice Setting: Inpatient Located near Bishop, VA. If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please call or text MD Staff at . You can also reach us through email at . Please reference Job ID . HDAJOBS MDSTAFF<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?F6TXGkiP99O4QU9plSLoDAu" width="0" height="0" />

**Pediatrics Locum Opportunity**

Join us for a locum opportunity for a Pediatrics position in Virginia. This role offers coverage dates from ASAP and is ongoing, providing a chance to work in an inpatient setting.

**Job Description**

- Coverage type: Call only
- EMR system: Paragon
- Located near Bishop, VA

Physician / Pediatrics / Virginia / Locum Tenens / Locums Pediatrics Job in Virginia Job

Together with Optum, MedExpress Urgent Care provides the support and resources you need to put patients first - with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and well-deserved bonuses. MedExpress delivers quality, convenient, affordable care to patients of all ages, while allowing you the chance to become a leader in one of our 250+ neighborhood medical centers. Fulfill your passion for exploring new communities by traveling to provide great care to patients. Physician Travelers can practice medicine in multiple centers locally, around the region, or across the country. Primary Responsibilities: <ul><li> Deliver the highest quality urgent care services, including: </li><ul><li> Physical examinations </li><li> Incisions and drainage </li><li> Splinting </li><li> Suturing </li><li> Managing infection and wound care </li></ul></ul> <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?VnwhPq%2b0dl75XFWctoZ18Qp" width="0" height="0" />

**Physician Traveler**

Together with Optum, MedExpress Urgent Care provides the support and resources you need to put patients first - with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and well-deserved bonuses. MedExpress delivers quality, convenient, affordable care to patients of all ages, while allowing you the chance to become a leader in one of our 250+ neighborhood medical centers. Fulfill your passion for exploring new communities by traveling to provide great care to patients. Physician Travelers can practice medicine in multiple centers locally, around the region, or across the country.

**Job Description**

- Deliver the highest quality urgent care services, including:
  - Physical examinations
  - Incisions and drainage
  - Splinting
  - Suturing
  - Managing infection and wound care

Physician / Urgent Care / West Virginia / Locum or Permanent / Physician Traveler, Urgent Care - Princeton, WV Job

Family Medicine Opportunity Marion, VA (Your Adventure Awaits) Smyth County Community Hospital and a Private Family Medicine Group located in Marion, Virginia are currently seeking a Family Medicine Physician to join their group Full Time. This is an established, stable practice. Candidate will be busy from the start!Qualified candidate will receive the following:Hospital will provide Competitive Income Subsidy Sign On Bonus Relocation and Educational Loan Reimbursement NegotiableAdditional information available upon request If you would like to learn more about this opportunity reach out to me at:Van<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?hCTQku8x9FoRlHSwFDk1Wgl" width="0" height="0" />

**Family Medicine Physician**

Smyth County Community Hospital and a private family medicine group located in Marion, Virginia are currently seeking a Family Medicine Physician to join their group full time. This is an established, stable practice. The candidate will be busy from the start!

**Job Description**

- Join a growing family medicine group in a supportive community
- Provide comprehensive care to a diverse patient population

**Benefits**

- Competitive income subsidy
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation and educational loan reimbursement (negotiable)

Physician / Family Practice / Virginia / Permanent / Family Medicine Opportunity Marion, VA (Your Adventure Awaits) Job

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations. Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses. Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed. Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients. Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. Initiates or assists with emergency response measures. Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections. Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team. Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options. Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.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. The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, 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. 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. Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians. The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities. May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.SUPERVISION:Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following: Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees. Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.EDUCATION and LICENSURE: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Current appropriate state licensure. Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification. Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as a Registered Nurse. Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred). Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xuuRQlADP3E35QAhdK0A0Qg" width="0" height="0" />

**Outpatient RN CAP 1**

The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry-level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs, and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.

**Job Description**

- Perform all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor, or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
- Perform ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre, during, and post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and document in the patient medical record, making adjustments or modifications to treatment plans as indicated and notifying Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor, or Physician as needed.
- Assess, collaborate, and document patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
- Direct and provide, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.
- Administer medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and document appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
- Initiate or assist with emergency response measures.
- Serve as a resource for the health care team, participating in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
- Ensure correct laboratory collection, processing, and shipping procedures are performed and reschedule missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
- Identify expected outcomes, document and update the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Ensure patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
- Complete CAP requirements to advance.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

**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.

- The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, 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. 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.
- Day-to-day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff, and physicians.
- The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.
- May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.

**Supervision**

Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge after meeting all the following:

- Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.
- Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.
- Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.

**Education and Licensure**

- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current appropriate state licensure.
- Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
- Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as a Registered Nurse.
- Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred).