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. Ensure provision of quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. Adheres to all requirements of the FMCNA Compliance Program, and FMS patient care and administrative policies as the clinical leader, has the authority to make daily decisions to ensure continuity of care and patient and staff safety PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Manages the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing. </li><li> Provides leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters. </li><li> Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledge of industry practice and business principles. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. Has a larger range within the department. </li><li> Responsible for supporting and driving FMS quality standards through meeting all ESRD regulatory requirements and the practice of Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI), including use of FMS QAI tools. </li><li> Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds. </li><li> Oversees facility's Home Therapies Program if applicable. </li><li> Accountable for compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. </li><li> Ensures all FMS Clinical Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff. </li><li> Maintains integrity of medical records and other FMS administrative and operational records. </li><li> Complies with all data collections and auditing activities. </li><li> Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety. </li><li> Experienced leadership required for multi-faceted environment; role primarily focuses on tactical execution. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. </li><li> An individual contributor will have significant project/process responsibilities. Program or project responsibility generally within the function. </li><li> Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Interprets and recommends change to policies and establishes procedures that effect immediate organization(s). </li><li> Decisions have an impact on work processes and outcomes. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization. </li><li> Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers. </li><li> Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives. Often leading a cooperative effort among members of a project team. </li><li> Interacts with internal departments and external customers; particularly in problem resolution. Acts as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. </li><li> Responsible for hiring, coaching and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action and terminations. </li><li> Provides technical guidance. </li><li> Performs other related duties as assigned. PATIENT CARE: </li></ul><ul><li> Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge of the patient. </li><li> Ensure education of the patient regarding quality measures, transplant options, modality awareness, and access care, including catheter reduction and adherence to treatment regime. </li><li> Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions. </li><li> Accountable for timely completion of patient care assessments and care plans by organizing meetings of the facility's Interdisciplinary Team to discuss patient care plans and to resolve patient problems. </li><li> Directs initiation, maintenance and communication of efficient and timely patient schedules to ensure maximization of the facility station efficiency. </li><li> Is aware of and develops a mechanism or process for knowing the specific situation of each patient, including hospitalizations, no- shows, catheter use, and any significant change in patient care status. </li><li> Develops action plans for unexcused and missed treatments in collaboration with the Director. </li><li> Plans, coordinates and acts as the liaison for patient care as per the disease management agreement, including initial and ongoing validation of member eligibility. Facilitate timely workup of patients for access management, dialysis services, patient education, hospitalizations, and kidney transplantation as appropriate, and ensures coordination of care with the multidisciplinary renal team. Communicates changes in patient status regarding clinical, insurance, travel and transportation issues to the disease management company. Maintains current knowledge of disease management software and systems as pertinent. </li></ul> STAFF: <ul><li> Responsible for implementation of FMS staffing, and medical supply models, to provide quality patient care, and makes recommendations. </li><li> Participates in the recruitment and interview process, and decision to hire new personnel. </li><li> Ensures completion of new hiring orientation and training including mandatory in-services and ICD code training when applicable. Ensures documentation completed for annual in service training, and policy and procedure in service updates. </li><li> Responsible for all patient care employees receiving appropriate training according to FMS policy, including training to ensure ongoing compliance with all FMS risk management initiatives. </li><li> Provides opportunities for professional growth, and training to ensure clinical competence and the ability for licensed staff to assume Team Leader responsibilities </li><li> Responsible for overseeing performance of all licensed personnel, direct patient care staff, reporting indirect patient care personnel as assigned, and when necessary, technical staff. Provides employee education and guidance, and feedback related to performance. </li><li> Maintains current knowledge regarding FMCNA benefits, Human Resources policies, procedures, and processes, and acts as a resource to facility staff. </li><li> Provides counseling for all clinical staff members at regular intervals offering support and encouraging professional growth. </li><li> Completes timely employee evaluations and establishes annual goals for staff. </li><li> Provides written documentation of all disciplinary conferences in accordance with the established personnel policies, and confers with the Director and Human Resources regarding the nature of the disciplinary decisions. </li><li> Participates in Corporate and Business Unit specific employee recognition and satisfaction programs. </li><li> Creates, maintains, and communicates efficient and timely employee schedules according to the needs of the facility. </li><li> Creates and implements a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Process Improvement Team that involves staff in problem solving. </li></ul> PHYSICIANS: <ul><li> Facilitates the application process for physician privileges and compliance with FMS Medical Staff By-Laws. </li><li> Responsible for strong Director and physician relationships and facilitating staff relationships with physicians. </li><li> Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians, through regular meetings with Directors. </li><li> Participates in Governing Body. </li><li> Schedules and coordinates CQI meetings with physicians. </li></ul> MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL: <ul><li> Responsible for the integrity and safety of the facility water system. </li><li> Must be knowledgeable in the operation of all facility equipment and technology. </li></ul> ADMINISTRATIVE: <ul><li> Responsible for maintaining and updating all FMS manuals. </li><li> Accountable for completion of the Annual Standing Order Review and ICD coding. </li><li> Checks correspondence whether electronic, paper or voice mail, and responds as appropriate. </li><li> Directs information gathering as required supporting billing and collection activities. </li><li> Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in FMS formularies </li><li> Participates in the completion and interpretation of the Pl-17 inventory supply use analysis. </li><li> Reviews and approves facility payroll. </li><li> Reviews profit and loss statements with Director </li><li> Responsible for participating in all required Network reporting and on-site state or federal surveys. </li><li> Participates in the completion of the FMS Administrative Clinical Review. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> 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. </li> . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?BvI8EKHZMpjnC2GaInI%2fDwc" width="0" height="0" />

**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. Ensures provision of quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the clinical leader, has the authority to make daily decisions to ensure continuity of care and patient and staff safety.

**Job Description**

- Manages the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing.
- Provides leadership, coaching, and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.
- Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledgeable of industry practice and business principles. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.
- Responsible for supporting and driving FMS quality standards through meeting all ESRD regulatory requirements and the practice of Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI), including use of FMS QAI tools.
- Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.
- Oversees facility's Home Therapies Program if applicable.
- Accountable for compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Ensures all FMS Clinical Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.
- Maintains integrity of medical records and other FMS administrative and operational records.
- Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.
- Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.
- Experienced leadership required for a multi-faceted environment; role primarily focuses on tactical execution. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
- An individual contributor will have significant project/process responsibilities. Program or project responsibility generally within the function.
- Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Interprets and recommends change to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).
- Decisions have an impact on work processes and outcomes. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization.
- Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers.
- Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives. Often leading a cooperative effort among members of a project team.
- Interacts with internal departments and external customers; particularly in problem resolution. Acts as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems.
- Responsible for hiring, coaching, and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action, and terminations.
- Provides technical guidance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Patient Care**

- Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge of the patient.
- Ensures education of the patient regarding quality measures, transplant options, modality awareness, and access care, including catheter reduction and adherence to treatment regime.
- Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions.
- Accountable for timely completion of patient care assessments and care plans by organizing meetings of the facility's Interdisciplinary Team to discuss patient care plans and to resolve patient problems.
- Directs initiation, maintenance, and communication of efficient and timely patient schedules to ensure maximization of the facility station efficiency.
- Is aware of and develops a mechanism or process for knowing the specific situation of each patient, including hospitalizations, no-shows, catheter use, and any significant change in patient care status.
- Develops action plans for unexcused and missed treatments in collaboration with the Director.
- Plans, coordinates, and acts as the liaison for patient care as per the disease management agreement, including initial and ongoing validation of member eligibility. Facilitates timely workup of patients for access management, dialysis services, patient education, hospitalizations, and kidney transplantation as appropriate, ensuring coordination of care with the multidisciplinary renal team. Communicates changes in patient status regarding clinical, insurance, travel, and transportation issues to the disease management company. Maintains current knowledge of disease management software and systems as pertinent.

**Staff**

- Responsible for implementation of FMS staffing and medical supply models to provide quality patient care, making recommendations as necessary.
- Participates in the recruitment and interview process, making decisions to hire new personnel.
- Ensures completion of new hiring orientation and training including mandatory in-services and ICD code training when applicable. Ensures documentation is completed for annual in-service training and policy/procedure updates.
- Responsible for all patient care employees receiving appropriate training according to FMS policy, including training to ensure ongoing compliance with all FMS risk management initiatives.
- Provides opportunities for professional growth and training to ensure clinical competence and the ability for licensed staff to assume Team Leader responsibilities.
- Responsible for overseeing performance of all licensed personnel, direct patient care staff, reporting indirect patient care personnel as assigned, and when necessary, technical staff. Provides employee education and guidance, along with feedback related to performance.
- Maintains current knowledge regarding FMCNA benefits, Human Resources policies, procedures, and processes, acting as a resource to facility staff.
- Provides counseling for all clinical staff members at regular intervals offering support and encouraging professional growth.
- Completes timely employee evaluations and establishes annual goals for staff.
- Provides written documentation of all disciplinary conferences in accordance with established personnel policies, conferring with the Director and Human Resources regarding the nature of disciplinary decisions.
- Participates in Corporate and Business Unit specific employee recognition and satisfaction programs.
- Creates, maintains, and communicates efficient and timely employee schedules according to the needs of the facility.
- Creates and implements a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Process Improvement Team that involves staff in problem-solving.

**Physicians**

- Facilitates the application process for physician privileges and compliance with FMS Medical Staff By-Laws.
- Responsible for strong Director and physician relationships while facilitating staff relationships with physicians.
- Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians through regular meetings with Directors.
- Participates in Governing Body meetings.
- Schedules and coordinates CQI meetings with physicians.

**Maintenance/Technical**

- Responsible for the integrity and safety of the facility water system.
- Must be knowledgeable in the operation of all facility equipment and technology.

**Administrative**

- Responsible for maintaining and updating all FMS manuals.
- Accountable for completion of the Annual Standing Order Review and ICD coding.
- Checks correspondence whether electronic, paper or voice mail, responding as appropriate.
- Directs information gathering as required supporting billing and collection activities.
- Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in FMS formularies.
- Participates in the completion and interpretation of the Pl-17 inventory supply use analysis.
- Reviews and approves facility payroll.
- Reviews profit and loss statements with Director.
- Responsible for participating in all required Network reporting and on-site state or federal surveys.
- Participates in the completion of the FMS Administrative Clinical Review.

**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.

Clinical Manager Registered Nurse - RN

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by your side and help you find your dream assignment anywhere in this great country. We want the same like-minded, awesome candidates to travel with us. Be bold. Enjoy work again. Let us help. THE POSITION: Emergency Nurses treat patients in emergency situations where they're experiencing trauma or injury. These nurses quickly recognize life-threatening problems and are trained to help solve them on the spot. They can work in hospital emergency rooms, ambulances, helicopters, urgent care centers, sports arenas, and more. As an Emergency Nurse, you'll treat a variety of conditions from sore throats to heart attacks for patients of all ages and backgrounds. Weekly amount stated in the job postings is scaled based on estimated hourly wages and potential stipends available for the location of the assignment. Hourly wages are based on various factors including but not limited to: experience, demand, availability, location, etc. Please contact one of our amazing OneStaff Recruiting Specialists for more details. Equal Opportunity Employer Requirements: Minimum of 1 year of current work experience providing in ER - EMERGENCY ROOM. Ohio State Healthcare Provider license or willing to obtain one. Certifications Needed: This position may require one or more of these certifications: STABLE, BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC BENEFITS: Insurance We provide group benefits for Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft Protection. 401K You are eligible to enroll 1st of the month following hire date. We match 100% of your first 3% of deferrals and an additional 50% of the next 2% you contribute. Employee Assistance Program Free to all employees who'd like information on personal issues: Education, Dependent Care, Care Giving, Legal, Financial, Lifestyle & Fitness Management, Working Smarter.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?JwTD%2fX6AScH8ZArTUVhA1wf" width="0" height="0" />

**Emergency Nurse**

We are OneStaff Medical, an independently-owned, nationally-recognized staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by your side and help you find your dream assignment anywhere in this great country. We want the same like-minded, awesome candidates to travel with us. Be bold. Enjoy work again. Let us help.

**Job Description**

- Emergency Nurses treat patients in emergency situations where they're experiencing trauma or injury.
- These nurses quickly recognize life-threatening problems and are trained to help solve them on the spot.
- They can work in hospital emergency rooms, ambulances, helicopters, urgent care centers, sports arenas, and more.
- As an Emergency Nurse, you'll treat a variety of conditions from sore throats to heart attacks for patients of all ages and backgrounds.

Weekly amount stated in the job postings is scaled based on estimated hourly wages and potential stipends available for the location of the assignment. Hourly wages are based on various factors including but not limited to: experience, demand, availability, location, etc. Please contact one of our amazing OneStaff Recruiting Specialists for more details.

**Requirements**

- Minimum of 1 year of current work experience providing in ER - Emergency Room.
- Ohio State Healthcare Provider license or willing to obtain one.

**Certifications Needed**

This position may require one or more of these certifications: STABLE, BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC.

**Benefits**

- We provide group benefits for Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft Protection.
- You are eligible to enroll 1st of the month following hire date. We match 100% of your first 3% of deferrals and an additional 50% of the next 2% you contribute.
- Free Employee Assistance Program available to all employees who'd like information on personal issues: Education, Dependent Care, Care Giving, Legal, Financial, Lifestyle & Fitness Management, Working Smarter.

Travel Registered Nurse RN Emergency Room ER

Rheumatologist needed one hour to Cleveland and two hours to Pittsburgh. An opportunity to join one of the best programs in the country and a top ranked hospital nationwide per U.S. News and World Report Best Hospital Rankings. You will join a collegial group of three full-time physicians and one Physician Assistant. Opportunity to teach residents. Outpatient Rheumatology practice. Support staff helping with prior authorizations for various drugs which are needed in Rheumatology. Work hours are Monday to Friday, in-office only. No inpatient consults . See a variety of Rheumatic/autoimmune conditions. Access to facilities with labs, Radiology, physical therapy which are all useful to the patients. Access to an infusion center for your patients.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?AiY%2b5J93oWfMqO5glZqo4gk" width="0" height="0" />

**Rheumatologist**

Rheumatologist needed one hour from Cleveland and two hours from Pittsburgh. An opportunity to join one of the best programs in the country and a top-ranked hospital nationwide per U.S. News and World Report Best Hospital Rankings. You will join a collegial group of three full-time physicians and one Physician Assistant.

**Job Description**

- Opportunity to teach residents
- Outpatient Rheumatology practice
- Support staff helping with prior authorizations for various drugs which are needed in Rheumatology
- Work hours are Monday to Friday, in-office only
- No inpatient consults
- See a variety of Rheumatic/autoimmune conditions
- Access to facilities with labs, Radiology, and physical therapy which are all useful to the patients
- Access to an infusion center for your patients

Physician / Rheumatology / Ohio / Locum Tenens / Rheumatology Opening in Akron, Ohio Job

CompHealth services are always free to you. Let us do the heavy lifting and handle the headache of credentialing, travel, housing, and so much more. With the premier staffing agency as your champion, you can achieve more success with less worry. No other agency has our capabilities and scale, which allows us to deliver on the details that matter to you.<ul><li>M-F with 2 weekend shifts monthly, comp day given for weekend work</li><li>IP rehab neuro patients</li><li>Inpatient setting</li><li>Minimum 2 years inpatient experience highly preferred</li><li>BLS certification required</li><li>We provide complimentary housing and travel</li><li>We arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpractice</li><li>We simplify the credentialing and privileging process</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K) plan</li><li>Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7</li></ul>Per week (based on a 40-hour week). Includes estimated taxable wages of $21.23 - $50.33 per hour and estimated tax-free reimbursements for meals, incidentals, and housing of $900 - $1,400 per week based on GSA guidelines (subject to eligibility, location, and seasonal adjustment).<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?O%2fbVHH%2fWGibPvMJZMezwFgz" width="0" height="0" />

**CompHealth Services**

CompHealth services are always free to you. Let us do the heavy lifting and handle the headache of credentialing, travel, housing, and so much more. With the premier staffing agency as your champion, you can achieve more success with less worry. No other agency has our capabilities and scale, which allows us to deliver on the details that matter to you.

**Job Description**

- M-F with 2 weekend shifts monthly, comp day given for weekend work
- IP rehab neuro patients
- Inpatient setting
- Minimum 2 years inpatient experience highly preferred
- BLS certification required
- We provide complimentary housing and travel
- We arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpractice
- We simplify the credentialing and privileging process
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K) plan
- Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7

**Compensation**

Per week (based on a 40-hour week). Includes estimated taxable wages of $21.23 - $50.33 per hour and estimated tax-free reimbursements for meals, incidentals, and housing of $900 - $1,400 per week based on GSA guidelines (subject to eligibility, location, and seasonal adjustment).

Physical Therapy job in Beachwood OH

Some locum assignments can be as short as a day, others, years. Some are far from home, others are local. Whatever it is you're looking for, we offer true opportunities, not just postings. CompHealth goes far beyond a job board, providing you with expert guidance tailored to your specific needs and phase of your career.<ul><li>M-F w/ 2 weekend shifts a month with comp day during week</li><li>IP Rehab - Neuro patients</li><li>Inpatient setting</li><li>BLS required</li><li>Minimum 2 years inpatient experience preferred</li><li>We provide complimentary housing and travel</li><li>We arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpractice</li><li>We simplify the credentialing and privileging process</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K) plan</li><li>Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7</li></ul>Per week (based on a 40-hour week). Includes estimated taxable wages of $21.23 - $41.35 per hour and estimated tax-free reimbursements for meals, incidentals, and housing of $900 - $1,400 per week based on GSA guidelines (subject to eligibility, location, and seasonal adjustment).<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?IUgT%2bA7JPWFd5yKGSkR4jgb" width="0" height="0" />

**Locum Tenens Opportunity**

Some locum assignments can be as short as a day, others, years. Some are far from home, others are local. Whatever it is you're looking for, we offer true opportunities, not just postings. CompHealth goes far beyond a job board, providing you with expert guidance tailored to your specific needs and phase of your career.

**Job Description**

- M-F with 2 weekend shifts a month with comp day during the week
- IP Rehab - Neuro patients
- Inpatient setting
- BLS required
- Minimum 2 years inpatient experience preferred
- We provide complimentary housing and travel
- We arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpractice
- We simplify the credentialing and privileging process
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K) plan
- Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7

**Compensation**

Per week (based on a 40-hour week). Includes estimated taxable wages of $21.23 - $41.35 per hour and estimated tax-free reimbursements for meals, incidentals, and housing of $900 - $1,400 per week based on GSA guidelines (subject to eligibility, location, and seasonal adjustment).

Occupational Therapist job in Beachwood OH

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. Ensure provision of quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. Adheres to all requirements of the FMCNA Compliance Program, and FMS patient care and administrative policies as the clinical leader, has the authority to make daily decisions to ensure continuity of care and patient and staff safety PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Manages the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing. </li><li> Provides leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters. </li><li> Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledge of industry practice and business principles. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. Has a larger range within the department. </li><li> Responsible for supporting and driving FMS quality standards through meeting all ESRD regulatory requirements and the practice of Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI), including use of FMS QAI tools. </li><li> Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds. </li><li> Oversees facility's Home Therapies Program if applicable. </li><li> Accountable for compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. </li><li> Ensures all FMS Clinical Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff. </li><li> Maintains integrity of medical records and other FMS administrative and operational records. </li><li> Complies with all data collections and auditing activities. </li><li> Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety. </li><li> Experienced leadership required for multi-faceted environment; role primarily focuses on tactical execution. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. </li><li> An individual contributor will have significant project/process responsibilities. Program or project responsibility generally within the function. </li><li> Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Interprets and recommends change to policies and establishes procedures that effect immediate organization(s). </li><li> Decisions have an impact on work processes and outcomes. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization. </li><li> Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers. </li><li> Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives. Often leading a cooperative effort among members of a project team. </li><li> Interacts with internal departments and external customers; particularly in problem resolution. Acts as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. </li><li> Responsible for hiring, coaching and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action and terminations. </li><li> Provides technical guidance. </li><li> Performs other related duties as assigned. PATIENT CARE: </li></ul><ul><li> Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge of the patient. </li><li> Ensure education of the patient regarding quality measures, transplant options, modality awareness, and access care, including catheter reduction and adherence to treatment regime. </li><li> Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions. </li><li> Accountable for timely completion of patient care assessments and care plans by organizing meetings of the facility's Interdisciplinary Team to discuss patient care plans and to resolve patient problems. </li><li> Directs initiation, maintenance and communication of efficient and timely patient schedules to ensure maximization of the facility station efficiency. </li><li> Is aware of and develops a mechanism or process for knowing the specific situation of each patient, including hospitalizations, no- shows, catheter use, and any significant change in patient care status. </li><li> Develops action plans for unexcused and missed treatments in collaboration with the Director. </li><li> Plans, coordinates and acts as the liaison for patient care as per the disease management agreement, including initial and ongoing validation of member eligibility. Facilitate timely workup of patients for access management, dialysis services, patient education, hospitalizations, and kidney transplantation as appropriate, and ensures coordination of care with the multidisciplinary renal team. Communicates changes in patient status regarding clinical, insurance, travel and transportation issues to the disease management company. Maintains current knowledge of disease management software and systems as pertinent. </li></ul> STAFF: <ul><li> Responsible for implementation of FMS staffing, and medical supply models, to provide quality patient care, and makes recommendations. </li><li> Participates in the recruitment and interview process, and decision to hire new personnel. </li><li> Ensures completion of new hiring orientation and training including mandatory in-services and ICD code training when applicable. Ensures documentation completed for annual in service training, and policy and procedure in service updates. </li><li> Responsible for all patient care employees receiving appropriate training according to FMS policy, including training to ensure ongoing compliance with all FMS risk management initiatives. </li><li> Provides opportunities for professional growth, and training to ensure clinical competence and the ability for licensed staff to assume Team Leader responsibilities </li><li> Responsible for overseeing performance of all licensed personnel, direct patient care staff, reporting indirect patient care personnel as assigned, and when necessary, technical staff. Provides employee education and guidance, and feedback related to performance. </li><li> Maintains current knowledge regarding FMCNA benefits, Human Resources policies, procedures, and processes, and acts as a resource to facility staff. </li><li> Provides counseling for all clinical staff members at regular intervals offering support and encouraging professional growth. </li><li> Completes timely employee evaluations and establishes annual goals for staff. </li><li> Provides written documentation of all disciplinary conferences in accordance with the established personnel policies, and confers with the Director and Human Resources regarding the nature of the disciplinary decisions. </li><li> Participates in Corporate and Business Unit specific employee recognition and satisfaction programs. </li><li> Creates, maintains, and communicates efficient and timely employee schedules according to the needs of the facility. </li><li> Creates and implements a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Process Improvement Team that involves staff in problem solving. </li></ul> PHYSICIANS: <ul><li> Facilitates the application process for physician privileges and compliance with FMS Medical Staff By-Laws. </li><li> Responsible for strong Director and physician relationships and facilitating staff relationships with physicians. </li><li> Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians, through regular meetings with Directors. </li><li> Participates in Governing Body. </li><li> Schedules and coordinates CQI meetings with physicians. </li></ul> MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL: <ul><li> Responsible for the integrity and safety of the facility water system. </li><li> Must be knowledgeable in the operation of all facility equipment and technology. </li></ul> ADMINISTRATIVE: <ul><li> Responsible for maintaining and updating all FMS manuals. </li><li> Accountable for completion of the Annual Standing Order Review and ICD coding. </li><li> Checks correspondence whether electronic, paper or voice mail, and responds as appropriate. </li><li> Directs information gathering as required supporting billing and collection activities. </li><li> Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in FMS formularies </li><li> Participates in the completion and interpretation of the Pl-17 inventory supply use analysis. </li><li> Reviews and approves facility payroll. </li><li> Reviews profit and loss statements with Director </li><li> Responsible for participating in all required Network reporting and on-site state or federal surveys. </li><li> Participates in the completion of the FMS Administrative Clinical Review. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> 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. </li> . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?6UU%2fFb9QOBxasKylftTQiAr" width="0" height="0" />

**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. Ensures provision of quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the clinical leader, has the authority to make daily decisions to ensure continuity of care and patient and staff safety.

**Job Description**

- Manages the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing.
- Provides leadership, coaching, and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.
- Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledgeable of industry practice and business principles. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.
- Responsible for supporting and driving FMS quality standards through meeting all ESRD regulatory requirements and the practice of Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI), including use of FMS QAI tools.
- Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.
- Oversees facility's Home Therapies Program if applicable.
- Accountable for compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Ensures all FMS Clinical Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.
- Maintains integrity of medical records and other FMS administrative and operational records.
- Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.
- Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.
- Experienced leadership required for a multi-faceted environment; role primarily focuses on tactical execution. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
- An individual contributor will have significant project/process responsibilities. Program or project responsibility generally within the function.
- Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Interprets and recommends change to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).
- Decisions have an impact on work processes and outcomes. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization.
- Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers.
- Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives. Often leading a cooperative effort among members of a project team.
- Interacts with internal departments and external customers; particularly in problem resolution. Acts as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems.
- Responsible for hiring, coaching, and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action, and terminations.
- Provides technical guidance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Patient Care**

- Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge of the patient.
- Ensures education of the patient regarding quality measures, transplant options, modality awareness, and access care, including catheter reduction and adherence to treatment regime.
- Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions.
- Accountable for timely completion of patient care assessments and care plans by organizing meetings of the facility's Interdisciplinary Team to discuss patient care plans and to resolve patient problems.
- Directs initiation, maintenance, and communication of efficient and timely patient schedules to ensure maximization of the facility station efficiency.
- Is aware of and develops a mechanism or process for knowing the specific situation of each patient, including hospitalizations, no-shows, catheter use, and any significant change in patient care status.
- Develops action plans for unexcused and missed treatments in collaboration with the Director.
- Plans, coordinates, and acts as the liaison for patient care as per the disease management agreement, including initial and ongoing validation of member eligibility. Facilitates timely workup of patients for access management, dialysis services, patient education, hospitalizations, and kidney transplantation as appropriate, ensuring coordination of care with the multidisciplinary renal team. Communicates changes in patient status regarding clinical, insurance, travel, and transportation issues to the disease management company. Maintains current knowledge of disease management software and systems as pertinent.

**Staff**

- Responsible for implementation of FMS staffing and medical supply models to provide quality patient care, making recommendations as necessary.
- Participates in the recruitment and interview process, making decisions to hire new personnel.
- Ensures completion of new hiring orientation and training including mandatory in-services and ICD code training when applicable. Ensures documentation is completed for annual in-service training and policy/procedure updates.
- Responsible for all patient care employees receiving appropriate training according to FMS policy, including training to ensure ongoing compliance with all FMS risk management initiatives.
- Provides opportunities for professional growth and training to ensure clinical competence and the ability for licensed staff to assume Team Leader responsibilities.
- Responsible for overseeing performance of all licensed personnel, direct patient care staff, reporting indirect patient care personnel as assigned, and when necessary, technical staff. Provides employee education and guidance, along with feedback related to performance.
- Maintains current knowledge regarding FMCNA benefits, Human Resources policies, procedures, and processes, acting as a resource to facility staff.
- Provides counseling for all clinical staff members at regular intervals offering support and encouraging professional growth.
- Completes timely employee evaluations and establishes annual goals for staff.
- Provides written documentation of all disciplinary conferences in accordance with established personnel policies, conferring with the Director and Human Resources regarding disciplinary decisions.
- Participates in Corporate and Business Unit specific employee recognition and satisfaction programs.
- Creates, maintains, and communicates efficient and timely employee schedules according to the needs of the facility.
- Creates and implements a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Process Improvement Team that involves staff in problem-solving.

**Physicians**

- Facilitates the application process for physician privileges and compliance with FMS Medical Staff By-Laws.
- Responsible for strong Director and physician relationships while facilitating staff relationships with physicians.
- Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians through regular meetings with Directors.
- Participates in Governing Body meetings.
- Schedules and coordinates CQI meetings with physicians.

**Maintenance/Technical**

- Responsible for the integrity and safety of the facility water system.
- Must be knowledgeable in the operation of all facility equipment and technology.

**Administrative**

- Responsible for maintaining and updating all FMS manuals.
- Accountable for completion of the Annual Standing Order Review and ICD coding.
- Checks correspondence whether electronic, paper or voice mail, responding as appropriate.
- Directs information gathering as required supporting billing and collection activities.
- Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory supplies, inventory supplies, equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in FMS formularies.
- Participates in the completion and interpretation of the Pl-17 inventory supply use analysis.
- Reviews and approves facility payroll.
- Reviews profit and loss statements with Director.
- Responsible for participating in all required Network reporting and on-site state or federal surveys.
- Participates in the completion of the FMS Administrative Clinical Review.

**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.

Perm Dental Hygienist Needed - Akron, OHWe're seeking a Dental Hygienist to work full-time in their Akron, OH Office. If you're looking for a supportive environment, this might be the position for you!Dates: Starting ASAPSchedule: M, W, Thur 8-5Tues 12-7Friday 8-2Pay: Up to $45/hour based on experience This is a great opportunity to establish yourself with a long-term practice, perform bread and butter dentistry and work with a solid team by your side. Interested? Let's connect!<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?P4r9biPHJLuMKP3%2fEXv%2fIAd" width="0" height="0" />

**Dental Hygienist**

We're seeking a Dental Hygienist to work full-time in our Akron, OH office. If you're looking for a supportive environment, this might be the position for you!

**Job Description**

- Starting ASAP
- Schedule: 
  - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
  - Tuesday: 12 PM - 7 PM
  - Friday: 8 AM - 2 PM
- Pay: Up to $45/hour based on experience

This is a great opportunity to establish yourself with a long-term practice, perform bread and butter dentistry, and work with a solid team by your side. Interested? Let's connect!

Dental Hygiene

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services 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 kidney disease health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program 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, applicable contractual service agreements, state and federal regulations. Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse. Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments and modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor, Physician, patient's primary nurse and others as may be indicated. Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor, appropriate physician, and the contracted facility primary Nurse. Directs and provides safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality specific treatment procedures. Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed. Initiates and coordinates communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care. Performs the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier. Administers medications as prescribed and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. Initiates and assists with emergency response measures. Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instruction to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually. May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis. 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. May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. Day to day work includes, desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians. The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities. Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.SUPERVISION:Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LVN/LPNs/RNs as a designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following: Successful completion of all FKC education and modality specific training requirements for new employees. Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. 6 months experience in acute dialysis 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 all states 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 an RN Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months (preferred). 6 months acute dialysis experience (preferred) Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience (preferred).ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate Supervisor or my Human Resources representative 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?nyOUPDb5fxIWX2QHFqZNPAq" width="0" height="0" />

**Inpatient Services RN CAP 1**

The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services 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 kidney disease health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program operations.

**Job Description**

- Perform all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor, or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse.
- Perform ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre-during-post treatment for assigned patients and document in the patient medical record, making adjustments and modifications to treatment plans as indicated and notifying Supervisor, Physician, patient's primary nurse, and others as may be indicated.
- Assess, collaborate, and document patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
- Recognize aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and report to or collaborate with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor, appropriate physician, and the contracted facility primary Nurse.
- Direct and provide safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality-specific treatment procedures.
- Assess daily assigned patient care needs and collaborate with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed.
- Initiate and coordinate communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care.
- Perform the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier.
- Administer medications as prescribed and document appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
- Initiate and assist with emergency response measures.
- Serve as a resource for the health care team, participate in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
- May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instruction to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually.
- May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as-needed basis.
- Required to 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.
- May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.
- Day-to-day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff, and physicians.
- The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities.
- Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.

**Supervision**

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

- Successful completion of all FKC education and modality-specific training requirements for new employees.
- Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.
- 6 months experience in acute dialysis 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 all states 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 an RN.
- Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months preferred.
- 6 months acute dialysis experience preferred.
- Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience preferred.

**Acknowledgement**

I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate Supervisor or my Human Resources representative.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services 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 kidney disease health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program 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, applicable contractual service agreements, state and federal regulations. Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse. Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments and modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor, Physician, patient's primary nurse and others as may be indicated. Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor, appropriate physician, and the contracted facility primary Nurse. Directs and provides safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality specific treatment procedures. Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed. Initiates and coordinates communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care. Performs the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier. Administers medications as prescribed and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. Initiates and assists with emergency response measures. Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instruction to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually. May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis. 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. May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. Day to day work includes, desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians. The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities. Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.SUPERVISION:Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LVN/LPNs/RNs as a designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following: Successful completion of all FKC education and modality specific training requirements for new employees. Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. 6 months experience in acute dialysis 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 all states 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 an RN Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months (preferred). 6 months acute dialysis experience (preferred) Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience (preferred).ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate Supervisor or my Human Resources representative 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?6UU%2fFb9QOBz1JrnHJj6Hcgr" width="0" height="0" />

**Inpatient Services RN CAP 1**

The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services 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 kidney disease health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program operations.

**Job Description**

- Perform all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor, or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse.
- Perform ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre-during-post treatment for assigned patients and document in the patient medical record, make adjustments and modifications to treatment plan as indicated, and notify Supervisor, Physician, patient's primary nurse, and others as may be indicated.
- Assess, collaborate, and document patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
- Recognize aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and report to or collaborate with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor, appropriate physician, and the contracted facility primary Nurse.
- Direct and provide safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality-specific treatment procedures.
- Assess daily assigned patient care needs and collaborate with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed.
- Initiate and coordinate communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care.
- Perform the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier.
- Administer medications as prescribed and document appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
- Initiate and assist with emergency response measures.
- Serve as a resource for health care team, participate in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
- May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instruction to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually.
- May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as-needed basis.
- Required to 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.
- May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.
- Day-to-day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff, and physicians.
- The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities.
- Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.

**Supervision**

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

- Successful completion of all FKC education and modality-specific training requirements for new employees.
- Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.
- 6 months experience in acute dialysis 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 all states 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 an RN.
- Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months preferred.
- 6 months acute dialysis experience preferred.
- Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience preferred.

Acute Inpatient Registered Nurse - RN - Dialysis

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services 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 kidney disease health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program 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, applicable contractual service agreements, state and federal regulations. Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse. Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments and modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor, Physician, patient's primary nurse and others as may be indicated. Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor, appropriate physician, and the contracted facility primary Nurse. Directs and provides safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality specific treatment procedures. Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed. Initiates and coordinates communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care. Performs the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier. Administers medications as prescribed and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. Initiates and assists with emergency response measures. Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instruction to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually. May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis. 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. May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. Day to day work includes, desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians. The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities. Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.SUPERVISION:Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LVN/LPNs/RNs as a designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following: Successful completion of all FKC education and modality specific training requirements for new employees. Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. 6 months experience in acute dialysis 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 all states 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 an RN Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months (preferred). 6 months acute dialysis experience (preferred) Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience (preferred).ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate Supervisor or my Human Resources representative 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?qdb5EZ44QaUirdpK9Rsffgh" width="0" height="0" />

**Inpatient Services RN CAP 1**

The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services 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 kidney disease health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program operations.

**Job Description**

- Perform all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor, or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse.
- Perform ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre-during-post treatment for assigned patients and document in the patient medical record, making adjustments and modifications to treatment plans as indicated and notifying Supervisor, Physician, patient's primary nurse, and others as may be indicated.
- Assess, collaborate, and document patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
- Recognize aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and report to or collaborate with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor, appropriate physician, and the contracted facility primary Nurse.
- Direct and provide safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality-specific treatment procedures.
- Assess daily assigned patient care needs and collaborate with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed.
- Initiate and coordinate communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care.
- Perform the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier.
- Administer medications as prescribed and document appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
- Initiate and assist with emergency response measures.
- Serve as a resource for the health care team, participate in staff training, and orientation of new staff as assigned.
- May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instruction to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually.
- May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as-needed basis.
- Required to 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.

May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.

Day-to-day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff, and physicians.

The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities.

Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.

**Supervision**

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

- Successful completion of all FKC education and modality-specific training requirements for new employees.
- Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.
- 6 months experience in acute dialysis 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 all states 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 an RN.
- Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months preferred.
- 6 months acute dialysis experience preferred.
- Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience preferred.