Perm Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC) Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Facility: 72-Bed Level III NICU Schedule: Full-Time, Collaborative Team Model Position Summary: Join a nationally recognized neonatology team in Las Vegas as a full-time Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC). You ll be part of a 72-bed Level III NICU with an average daily census of 60, managing some of the most critically ill and premature infants in the region. This high-acuity role is ideal for NNPs seeking to work in a progressive, multidisciplinary environment with access to advanced neonatal therapies and subspecialist collaboration. Why This Role Stands Out: <ul><li>Join a collaborative team of 13 neonatologists and 12 NNPs/PAs</li><li>Deliver care in a cutting-edge NICU offering:<ul><li>Neonatal ECMO</li><li>Jet & high-frequency oscillatory ventilation</li><li>Inhaled nitric oxide (iNO)</li><li>Whole-body cooling for HIE</li></ul></li><li>Participate in neonatal resuscitation and transport teams</li><li>Work within a full pediatric ecosystem including PICU, CVICU, and pediatric ER</li><li>Collaborate with cardiovascular surgery and full pediatric subspecialty support</li><li>Average NICU census: 60 patients</li></ul> Candidate Requirements: <ul><li>Board Certified NNP (NNP-BC) REQUIRED</li><li>Nevada License or Willingness to Obtain REQUIRED</li><li>Clean malpractice/license history Highly Preferred</li><li>Visa sponsorship NOT available (J1/H1B not accepted)</li></ul> Compensation & Benefits: You ll receive highly competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, including:<ul><li>Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage</li><li>Fertility & Diabetes support programs (Progyny, Livongo)</li><li>Teladoc & Second Opinion services</li><li>401(k) & Employer Match + Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)</li><li>Paid Parental Leave, FMLA, Sick Bank</li><li>Life, AD&D, Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance</li><li>HSA/FSA, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>Relocation Assistance & Potential Sign-On Bonus</li><li>Multiple Employee Discount Programs</li><li>No State Income Tax in Nevada = More Take-Home Pay</li></ul> If you re a board-certified NNP looking for a career-defining opportunity in an innovative and compassionate NICU environment, this is it. Apply today and become part of one of Nevada s most respected neonatal care teams.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?N1lUig9PO6Vci9bd0k0Zfga" width="0" height="0" />

**Perm Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)**

Join a nationally recognized neonatology team in Las Vegas as a full-time Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC). You'll be part of a 72-bed Level III NICU with an average daily census of 60, managing some of the most critically ill and premature infants in the region. This high-acuity role is ideal for NNPs seeking to work in a progressive, multidisciplinary environment with access to advanced neonatal therapies and subspecialist collaboration.

**Job Description**

- Join a collaborative team of 13 neonatologists and 12 NNPs/PAs
- Deliver care in a cutting-edge NICU offering:
  - Neonatal ECMO
  - Jet & high-frequency oscillatory ventilation
  - Inhaled nitric oxide (iNO)
  - Whole-body cooling for HIE
- Participate in neonatal resuscitation and transport teams
- Work within a full pediatric ecosystem including PICU, CVICU, and pediatric ER
- Collaborate with cardiovascular surgery and full pediatric subspecialty support
- Average NICU census: 60 patients

**Requirements**

- Board Certified NNP (NNP-BC) REQUIRED
- Nevada License or willingness to obtain REQUIRED
- Clean malpractice/license history highly preferred
- Visa sponsorship not available (J1/H1B not accepted)

**Benefits**

- Highly competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, including:
  - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  - Fertility & diabetes support programs (Progyny, Livongo)
  - Teladoc & second opinion services
  - 401(k) & employer match + employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
  - Paid parental leave, FMLA, sick bank
  - Life, AD&D, short/long-term disability insurance
  - HSA/FSA, employee assistance program (EAP)
  - Relocation assistance & potential sign-on bonus
  - Multiple employee discount programs
  - No state income tax in Nevada = more take-home pay

If you're a board-certified NNP looking for a career-defining opportunity in an innovative and compassionate NICU environment, this is it. Apply today and become part of one of Nevada's most respected neonatal care teams.

Neonatology Nurse Practitioner

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The Inpatient Services Charge Nurse is an additional "responsibility" assigned to the Inpatient Services RN, for a limited period of time, and for specific additional duties, as assigned by the Program Manager. The Inpatient Services Charge Nurse ensure s appropriat e provisio n o f Acut e Dialysi s Service s an d treatment s withi n assigne d hospitals/facilitie s b y coordinating , s cheduling, an d directin g Acut e Patien t Car e staf f an d b y performin g Acut e treatment s a s needed or directed by Program manager. Assumes t he provisio n o f qualit y patien t c ar e t o all hospitalize d patient s i n th e mos t efficien t manne r i n accordanc e w i t h compan y policy , a s wel l a s regulation s se t fort h b y th e c ompany, stat e an d federa l agencies. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under limited supervision, applies considerable complex knowledge to perform a broad range of tasks which include but are not limited to the following: <ul><li> Acts as a subject matter expert and resource for staff members on assigned Inpatient Center treatment floor. </li><li> Normally receives no instruction on routine daily work, and general instructions on newly introduced assignment, but may escalate issues to Program Manager for resolution, as deemed necessary. </li><li> Coordinate and schedule direct patient care staff to provide coverage of Acute Dialysis treatments in contracted hospitals/facilities and ensure efficient patient scheduling and staff utilization in accordance with the TAP scheduling tool. </li><li> Maintain and review the daily TAP tool for all hospitals/facilities under their direct supervision and submit results to the Program Manager for review. </li><li> Ensure all Acute treatments are performed in contracted hospitals/facilities according to the established policies and procedures, and in compliance, with all applicable regulatory requirement. Ensure accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment is entered into ACES during the time of treatment. </li><li> Monitor on a daily basis ACES compliance. </li><li> Perform Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Program audits as directed to ensure the provision of quality patient care and compliance with all Joint Commission requirements. </li><li> Participate in QAI meetings as requested by the Program Manager to assure proper reporting of QAI activities </li><li> Assess daily patient care needs and communicate concerns to attending physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed and in collaboration with prescribing physicians. </li><li> Perform Acute treatments according to current Charge Nurse Guidance recommendations and oversee all dialysis related medical and emergency functions. </li><li> Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, triage and complete patient care plans in the most efficient and safe manner. </li><li> Coordinate with appropriate technical staff to ensure preventative maintenance program for routine machine maintenance, to ensure the timely repair of disabled machines, to coordinate infection control measures, routine water culturing, water testing, logging of results, transportation of equipment and supplies, and communicate technical information to the staff. </li><li> Serve as liaison between the administrative staff of each hospital/facility and the Program Manager. </li><li> Practice cost containment strategies in all areas including medical supply inventory and personnel. </li><li> Reviews and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations. </li><li>Assist with various projects as assigned by the Program Manager.</li><li> Other duties as assigned. </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 these essential functions. </li><li> Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work, interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. (Travel to meetings may be required). </li><li> 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. </li><li> The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items. </li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made. SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Inpatient Services RN's, Inpatient Services PCT's at assigned facilities </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li><li> Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification </li><li> Must meet the practice requirements in all states employed </li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum of 9 months nursing experience; plus 3 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients in an Acute or Chronic setting required. </li><li> 6 months dialysis experience in an Acute setting preferred </li><li> Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including continuous quality improvement, relationship development, results orientation, team building, motivating employees, performance management, and decision making. </li><li> Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership in the supervision of dialysis personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients </li><li> Excellent communication (written and verbal) interpersonal and customer service skills. </li></ul> Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. 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**Inpatient Services Charge Nurse**

The Inpatient Services Charge Nurse is an additional responsibility assigned to the Inpatient Services RN, for a limited period of time, and for specific additional duties, as assigned by the Program Manager.

The Inpatient Services Charge Nurse ensures appropriate provision of Acute Dialysis Services and treatments within assigned hospitals/facilities by coordinating, scheduling, and directing Acute Patient Care staff and by performing Acute treatments as needed or directed by the Program Manager. Assumes the provision of quality patient care to all hospitalized patients in the most efficient manner in accordance with company policy, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies.

**Job Description**

- Acts as a subject matter expert and resource for staff members on assigned Inpatient Center treatment floor.
- Normally receives no instruction on routine daily work, and general instructions on newly introduced assignments, but may escalate issues to Program Manager for resolution, as deemed necessary.
- Coordinate and schedule direct patient care staff to provide coverage of Acute Dialysis treatments in contracted hospitals/facilities and ensure efficient patient scheduling and staff utilization in accordance with the TAP scheduling tool.
- Maintain and review the daily TAP tool for all hospitals/facilities under their direct supervision and submit results to the Program Manager for review.
- Ensure all Acute treatments are performed in contracted hospitals/facilities according to the established policies and procedures, and in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. Ensure accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment is entered into ACES during the time of treatment.
- Monitor on a daily basis ACES compliance.
- Perform Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Program audits as directed to ensure the provision of quality patient care and compliance with all Joint Commission requirements.
- Participate in QAI meetings as requested by the Program Manager to assure proper reporting of QAI activities.
- Assess daily patient care needs and communicate concerns to attending physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed and in collaboration with prescribing physicians.
- Perform Acute treatments according to current Charge Nurse Guidance recommendations and oversee all dialysis-related medical and emergency functions.
- Communicate with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, triage, and complete patient care plans in the most efficient and safe manner.
- Coordinate with appropriate technical staff to ensure preventative maintenance program for routine machine maintenance, to ensure the timely repair of disabled machines, to coordinate infection control measures, routine water culturing, water testing, logging of results, transportation of equipment and supplies, and communicate technical information to the staff.
- Serve as liaison between the administrative staff of each hospital/facility and the Program Manager.
- Practice cost containment strategies in all areas including medical supply inventory and personnel.
- Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Assist with various projects as assigned by the Program Manager.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work, interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians.
- The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. (Travel to meetings may be required).
- 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.
- The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move with assistance machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.

**Supervision**

- Inpatient Services RNs, Inpatient Services PCTs at assigned facilities.

**Education**

- Current appropriate state licensure.
- Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
- Must meet the practice requirements in all states employed.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Minimum of 9 months nursing experience; plus 3 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients in an Acute or Chronic setting required.
- 6 months dialysis experience in an Acute setting preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including continuous quality improvement, relationship development, results orientation, team building, motivating employees, performance management, and decision making.
- Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership in the supervision of dialysis personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and customer service skills.

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

EOE, disability/veterans.

Acute Inpatient Charge Registered Nurse - RN - Dialysis

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The Inpatient Services Charge Nurse is an additional "responsibility" assigned to the Inpatient Services RN, for a limited period of time, and for specific additional duties, as assigned by the Program Manager. The Inpatient Services Charge Nurse ensure s appropriat e provisio n o f Acut e Dialysi s Service s an d treatment s withi n assigne d hospitals/facilitie s b y coordinating , s cheduling, an d directin g Acut e Patien t Car e staf f an d b y performin g Acut e treatment s a s needed or directed by Program manager. Assumes t he provisio n o f qualit y patien t c ar e t o all hospitalize d patient s i n th e mos t efficien t manne r i n accordanc e w i t h compan y policy , a s wel l a s regulation s se t fort h b y th e c ompany, stat e an d federa l agencies. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under limited supervision, applies considerable complex knowledge to perform a broad range of tasks which include but are not limited to the following: <ul><li> Acts as a subject matter expert and resource for staff members on assigned Inpatient Center treatment floor. </li><li> Normally receives no instruction on routine daily work, and general instructions on newly introduced assignment, but may escalate issues to Program Manager for resolution, as deemed necessary. </li><li> Coordinate and schedule direct patient care staff to provide coverage of Acute Dialysis treatments in contracted hospitals/facilities and ensure efficient patient scheduling and staff utilization in accordance with the TAP scheduling tool. </li><li> Maintain and review the daily TAP tool for all hospitals/facilities under their direct supervision and submit results to the Program Manager for review. </li><li> Ensure all Acute treatments are performed in contracted hospitals/facilities according to the established policies and procedures, and in compliance, with all applicable regulatory requirement. Ensure accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment is entered into ACES during the time of treatment. </li><li> Monitor on a daily basis ACES compliance. </li><li> Perform Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Program audits as directed to ensure the provision of quality patient care and compliance with all Joint Commission requirements. </li><li> Participate in QAI meetings as requested by the Program Manager to assure proper reporting of QAI activities </li><li> Assess daily patient care needs and communicate concerns to attending physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed and in collaboration with prescribing physicians. </li><li> Perform Acute treatments according to current Charge Nurse Guidance recommendations and oversee all dialysis related medical and emergency functions. </li><li> Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, triage and complete patient care plans in the most efficient and safe manner. </li><li> Coordinate with appropriate technical staff to ensure preventative maintenance program for routine machine maintenance, to ensure the timely repair of disabled machines, to coordinate infection control measures, routine water culturing, water testing, logging of results, transportation of equipment and supplies, and communicate technical information to the staff. </li><li> Serve as liaison between the administrative staff of each hospital/facility and the Program Manager. </li><li> Practice cost containment strategies in all areas including medical supply inventory and personnel. </li><li> Reviews and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations. </li><li>Assist with various projects as assigned by the Program Manager.</li><li> Other duties as assigned. </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 these essential functions. </li><li> Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work, interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. (Travel to meetings may be required). </li><li> 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. </li><li> The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items. </li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made. SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Inpatient Services RN's, Inpatient Services PCT's at assigned facilities </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li><li> Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification </li><li> Must meet the practice requirements in all states employed </li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum of 9 months nursing experience; plus 3 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients in an Acute or Chronic setting required. </li><li> 6 months dialysis experience in an Acute setting preferred </li><li> Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including continuous quality improvement, relationship development, results orientation, team building, motivating employees, performance management, and decision making. </li><li> Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership in the supervision of dialysis personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients </li><li> Excellent communication (written and verbal) interpersonal and customer service skills. </li></ul> 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?P4r9biPHJLs63famyEMfmAd" width="0" height="0" />

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day to day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. 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. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: General and Staff Related: <ul><li> Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate. </li><li> Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients. </li><li> Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift. </li><li> Participate in patient care plan meetings. </li><li> Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services. </li><li> Train and orient staff as necessary. </li><li> Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures. </li><li> Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment. </li><li> Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter. </li><li> With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care. </li><li> Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information. </li><li> Supervise all documentation of patient information. </li><li> Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity. Patient Care: </li><li> Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately. </li><li> Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation. </li><li> Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed. </li><li> Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary. </li><li> Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care. </li><li> Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis. </li><li> Administer medications to patients per physician's orders. </li><li> Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members. </li><li> Supervise and participate in completion of short- and long-term care plans. </li><li> Admit new patients according to facility procedure. </li><li> Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication. </li></ul> Technical: <ul><li> Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care. </li><li> Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed. </li><li> Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual. </li><li> Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility Training. </li></ul> Other: <ul><li> Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager </li><li> Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff as requested. </li><li> Promote efficient use of medical supplies. </li><li> Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> Relationships: <ul><li> Internal Contacts: Direct Patient Care Staff, Facility support staff, management teams (Clinical Manager, Area Manager, RVP) </li><li> External Contacts: Physicians, Back-up Hospitals </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. The duties 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. 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><li> Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li> 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. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.) </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis </li><li> RN charge nurses assuming responsibility for nursing and patient servicesin the absence of the Clinical Managermust have one-yearclinical experience and six months dialysis experience. </li><li> Supervisory or management experience preferred. </li><li> Successfully completea training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis. </li><li> Good communication skills - verbal and written. </li><li> Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any). </li></ul> Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. 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**Hemodialysis Team Leader**

Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day-to-day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. 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.

**Job Description**

- Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation.
- Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients.
- Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence of the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings.
- Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services.
- Train and orient staff as necessary.
- Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
- With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
- Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supervise all documentation of patient information.
- Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.

**Patient Care Responsibilities**

- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
- Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
- Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
- Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
- Supervise and participate in completion of short- and long-term care plans.
- Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medication.

**Technical Responsibilities**

- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
- Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
- Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
- Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility Training.

**Other Responsibilities**

- Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager.
- Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff as requested.
- Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
- Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Relationships**

- Internal Contacts: Direct Patient Care Staff, Facility support staff, management teams (Clinical Manager, Area Manager, RVP).
- External Contacts: Physicians, Back-up Hospitals.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.

Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may be required. 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.

**Supervision**

Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.

**Education**

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.).
- Current appropriate state licensure.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis.
- RN charge nurses assuming responsibility for nursing and patient services in the absence of the Clinical Manager must have one-year clinical experience and six months dialysis experience.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.
- Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any).

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

EOE, disability/veterans.

Charge Registered Nurse - RN

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day to day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. 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. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: General and Staff Related: <ul><li> Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate. </li><li> Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients. </li><li> Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift. </li><li> Participate in patient care plan meetings. </li><li> Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services. </li><li> Train and orient staff as necessary. </li><li> Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures. </li><li> Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment. </li><li> Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter. </li><li> With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care. </li><li> Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information. </li><li> Supervise all documentation of patient information. </li><li> Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity. Patient Care: </li><li> Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately. </li><li> Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation. </li><li> Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed. </li><li> Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary. </li><li> Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care. </li><li> Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis. </li><li> Administer medications to patients per physician's orders. </li><li> Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members. </li><li> Supervise and participate in completion of short- and long-term care plans. </li><li> Admit new patients according to facility procedure. </li><li> Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication. </li></ul> Technical: <ul><li> Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care. </li><li> Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed. </li><li> Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual. </li><li> Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility Training. </li></ul> Other: <ul><li> Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager </li><li> Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff as requested. </li><li> Promote efficient use of medical supplies. </li><li> Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> Relationships: <ul><li> Internal Contacts: Direct Patient Care Staff, Facility support staff, management teams (Clinical Manager, Area Manager, RVP) </li><li> External Contacts: Physicians, Back-up Hospitals </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. The duties 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. 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><li> Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li> 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. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.) </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis </li><li> RN charge nurses assuming responsibility for nursing and patient servicesin the absence of the Clinical Managermust have one-yearclinical experience and six months dialysis experience. </li><li> Supervisory or management experience preferred. </li><li> Successfully completea training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis. </li><li> Good communication skills - verbal and written. </li><li> Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any). </li></ul> Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. 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**Hemodialysis Team Leader**

Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day-to-day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. 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.

**Job Description**

- Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients.
- Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence of the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings.
- Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services.
- Train and orient staff as necessary.
- Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
- With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
- Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supervise all documentation of patient information.
- Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
- Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
- Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
- Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
- Supervise and participate in completion of short- and long-term care plans.
- Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medication.

**Technical Responsibilities**

- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
- Operate all dialysis-related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
- Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
- Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility Training.

**Other Responsibilities**

- Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager.
- Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff as requested.
- Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
- Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Relationships**

- Internal Contacts: Direct Patient Care Staff, Facility support staff, management teams (Clinical Manager, Area Manager, RVP).
- External Contacts: Physicians, Back-up Hospitals.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.

Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may be required. 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.

**Supervision**

Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.

**Education**

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.).
- Current appropriate state licensure.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis.
- RN charge nurses assuming responsibility for nursing and patient services in the absence of the Clinical Manager must have one year clinical experience and six months dialysis experience.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.
- Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any).

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

EOE, disability/veterans.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The Inpatient Services Charge Nurse is an additional "responsibility" assigned to the Inpatient Services RN, for a limited period of time, and for specific additional duties, as assigned by the Program Manager. The Inpatient Services Charge Nurse ensure s appropriat e provisio n o f Acut e Dialysi s Service s an d treatment s withi n assigne d hospitals/facilitie s b y coordinating , s cheduling, an d directin g Acut e Patien t Car e staf f an d b y performin g Acut e treatment s a s needed or directed by Program manager. Assumes t he provisio n o f qualit y patien t c ar e t o all hospitalize d patient s i n th e mos t efficien t manne r i n accordanc e w i t h compan y policy , a s wel l a s regulation s se t fort h b y th e c ompany, stat e an d federa l agencies. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under limited supervision, applies considerable complex knowledge to perform a broad range of tasks which include but are not limited to the following: <ul><li> Acts as a subject matter expert and resource for staff members on assigned Inpatient Center treatment floor. </li><li> Normally receives no instruction on routine daily work, and general instructions on newly introduced assignment, but may escalate issues to Program Manager for resolution, as deemed necessary. </li><li> Coordinate and schedule direct patient care staff to provide coverage of Acute Dialysis treatments in contracted hospitals/facilities and ensure efficient patient scheduling and staff utilization in accordance with the TAP scheduling tool. </li><li> Maintain and review the daily TAP tool for all hospitals/facilities under their direct supervision and submit results to the Program Manager for review. </li><li> Ensure all Acute treatments are performed in contracted hospitals/facilities according to the established policies and procedures, and in compliance, with all applicable regulatory requirement. Ensure accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment is entered into ACES during the time of treatment. </li><li> Monitor on a daily basis ACES compliance. </li><li> Perform Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Program audits as directed to ensure the provision of quality patient care and compliance with all Joint Commission requirements. </li><li> Participate in QAI meetings as requested by the Program Manager to assure proper reporting of QAI activities </li><li> Assess daily patient care needs and communicate concerns to attending physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed and in collaboration with prescribing physicians. </li><li> Perform Acute treatments according to current Charge Nurse Guidance recommendations and oversee all dialysis related medical and emergency functions. </li><li> Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, triage and complete patient care plans in the most efficient and safe manner. </li><li> Coordinate with appropriate technical staff to ensure preventative maintenance program for routine machine maintenance, to ensure the timely repair of disabled machines, to coordinate infection control measures, routine water culturing, water testing, logging of results, transportation of equipment and supplies, and communicate technical information to the staff. </li><li> Serve as liaison between the administrative staff of each hospital/facility and the Program Manager. </li><li> Practice cost containment strategies in all areas including medical supply inventory and personnel. </li><li> Reviews and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations. </li><li>Assist with various projects as assigned by the Program Manager.</li><li> Other duties as assigned. </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 these essential functions. </li><li> Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work, interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. (Travel to meetings may be required). </li><li> 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. </li><li> The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items. </li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made. SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Inpatient Services RN's, Inpatient Services PCT's at assigned facilities </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li><li> Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification </li><li> Must meet the practice requirements in all states employed </li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum of 9 months nursing experience; plus 3 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients in an Acute or Chronic setting required. </li><li> 6 months dialysis experience in an Acute setting preferred </li><li> Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including continuous quality improvement, relationship development, results orientation, team building, motivating employees, performance management, and decision making. </li><li> Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership in the supervision of dialysis personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients </li><li> Excellent communication (written and verbal) interpersonal and customer service skills. </li></ul> 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?HdE4rzf4ktSDiR0rB7OU2go" width="0" height="0" />

**Inpatient Services Charge Nurse**

The Inpatient Services Charge Nurse is an additional responsibility assigned to the Inpatient Services RN, for a limited period of time, and for specific additional duties, as assigned by the Program Manager. The Inpatient Services Charge Nurse ensures appropriate provision of Acute Dialysis Services and treatments within assigned hospitals/facilities by coordinating, scheduling, and directing Acute Patient Care staff and by performing Acute treatments as needed or directed by the Program Manager. Assumes the provision of quality patient care to all hospitalized patients in the most efficient manner in accordance with company policy, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies.

**Job Description**

- Acts as a subject matter expert and resource for staff members on assigned Inpatient Center treatment floor.
- Normally receives no instruction on routine daily work, and general instructions on newly introduced assignments, but may escalate issues to Program Manager for resolution, as deemed necessary.
- Coordinate and schedule direct patient care staff to provide coverage of Acute Dialysis treatments in contracted hospitals/facilities and ensure efficient patient scheduling and staff utilization in accordance with the TAP scheduling tool.
- Maintain and review the daily TAP tool for all hospitals/facilities under their direct supervision and submit results to the Program Manager for review.
- Ensure all Acute treatments are performed in contracted hospitals/facilities according to the established policies and procedures, and in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. Ensure accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment is entered into ACES during the time of treatment.
- Monitor on a daily basis ACES compliance.
- Perform Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Program audits as directed to ensure the provision of quality patient care and compliance with all Joint Commission requirements.
- Participate in QAI meetings as requested by the Program Manager to assure proper reporting of QAI activities.
- Assess daily patient care needs and communicate concerns to attending physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed and in collaboration with prescribing physicians.
- Perform Acute treatments according to current Charge Nurse Guidance recommendations and oversee all dialysis-related medical and emergency functions.
- Communicate with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, triage, and complete patient care plans in the most efficient and safe manner.
- Coordinate with appropriate technical staff to ensure preventative maintenance program for routine machine maintenance, to ensure the timely repair of disabled machines, to coordinate infection control measures, routine water culturing, water testing, logging of results, transportation of equipment and supplies, and communicate technical information to the staff.
- Serve as liaison between the administrative staff of each hospital/facility and the Program Manager.
- Practice cost containment strategies in all areas including medical supply inventory and personnel.
- Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Assist with various projects as assigned by the Program Manager.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work, interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians.
- The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. (Travel to meetings may be required).
- 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.
- The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move with assistance machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.

**Supervision**

- Inpatient Services RNs, Inpatient Services PCTs at assigned facilities.

**Education**

- Current appropriate state licensure.
- Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
- Must meet the practice requirements in all states employed.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Minimum of 9 months nursing experience; plus 3 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients in an Acute or Chronic setting required.
- 6 months dialysis experience in an Acute setting preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including continuous quality improvement, relationship development, results orientation, team building, motivating employees, performance management, and decision making.
- Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership in the supervision of dialysis personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and customer service skills.

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

EOE, disability/veterans.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day to day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. 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. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: General and Staff Related: <ul><li> Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate. </li><li> Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients. </li><li> Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift. </li><li> Participate in patient care plan meetings. </li><li> Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services. </li><li> Train and orient staff as necessary. </li><li> Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures. </li><li> Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment. </li><li> Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter. </li><li> With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care. </li><li> Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information. </li><li> Supervise all documentation of patient information. </li><li> Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity. Patient Care: </li><li> Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately. </li><li> Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation. </li><li> Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed. </li><li> Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary. </li><li> Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care. </li><li> Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis. </li><li> Administer medications to patients per physician's orders. </li><li> Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members. </li><li> Supervise and participate in completion of short- and long-term care plans. </li><li> Admit new patients according to facility procedure. </li><li> Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication. </li></ul> Technical: <ul><li> Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care. </li><li> Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed. </li><li> Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual. </li><li> Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility Training. </li></ul> Other: <ul><li> Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager </li><li> Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff as requested. </li><li> Promote efficient use of medical supplies. </li><li> Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> Relationships: <ul><li> Internal Contacts: Direct Patient Care Staff, Facility support staff, management teams (Clinical Manager, Area Manager, RVP) </li><li> External Contacts: Physicians, Back-up Hospitals </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. The duties 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. 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><li> Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li> 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. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.) </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis </li><li> RN charge nurses assuming responsibility for nursing and patient servicesin the absence of the Clinical Managermust have one-yearclinical experience and six months dialysis experience. </li><li> Supervisory or management experience preferred. </li><li> Successfully completea training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis. </li><li> Good communication skills - verbal and written. </li><li> Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any). </li></ul> Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. 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**Hemodialysis Team Leader**

Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day-to-day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. 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.

**Job Description**

- Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation.
- Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients.
- Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence of the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings.
- Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services.
- Train and orient staff as necessary.
- Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
- With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
- Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supervise all documentation of patient information.
- Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
- Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
- Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
- Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
- Supervise and participate in completion of short- and long-term care plans.
- Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medication.

**Technical Responsibilities**

- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
- Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
- Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
- Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility Training.

**Other Responsibilities**

- Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager.
- Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff as requested.
- Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
- Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Relationships**

- Internal Contacts: Direct Patient Care Staff, Facility support staff, management teams (Clinical Manager, Area Manager, RVP).
- External Contacts: Physicians, Back-up Hospitals.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.

Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may be required. 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.

**Supervision**

Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.

**Education**

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.).
- Current appropriate state licensure.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis.
- RN charge nurses assuming responsibility for nursing and patient services in the absence of the Clinical Manager must have one-year clinical experience and six months dialysis experience.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.
- Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any).

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

EOE, disability/veterans.

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (NP) Internal Medicine Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Location: Henderson, NV Overview: We are seeking a skilled and personable Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our internal medicine practice. This role involves providing comprehensive patient care including well visits, sick visits, chronic disease management, pre-op evaluations, Medicare wellness visits, EKG interpretation, and developing treatment plans. The ideal candidate is clinically competent, friendly, and able to make patients feel comfortable while delivering high-quality care. Why You ll Love It Here: - Monday Friday schedule, enjoy your weekends off! - Competitive Compensation: $110,000 $130,000 annually - Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Health insurance and Malpractice insurance - 401(k) retirement plan - Paid holidays - Productivity-based bonus opportunities Key Responsibilities: - Conduct detailed patient assessments, including history and physical examinations - Manage well visits, sick visits, and chronic disease care - Perform pre-operative evaluations - Interpret and read EKGs - Complete Medicare wellness visits - Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical findings - Prescribe medications in accordance with state regulations and monitor patient progress - Educate patients on diagnoses, treatments, and preventive care strategies - Maintain accurate and timely documentation in medical records - Collaborate effectively with physicians and healthcare team members Qualifications: - Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in Nevada - DEA certification - Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program - Experience in internal medicine or similar setting preferred - Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills - Ability to manage a wide range of patient conditions independently Apply Today! Become part of a welcoming, professional team in a stable and growing practice. We offer a weekday-only schedule, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits. If you are a dedicated Nurse Practitioner seeking a long-term, patient-centered role, we encourage you to apply and make a meaningful impact on our patients lives. Brie Smith JOB-11352 One Stop Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment and contract opportunities regardless of race, color, gender, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NiQxCqyYaJ4y8hW6qHYXcgi" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse Practitioner (NP) Internal Medicine**

We are seeking a skilled and personable Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our internal medicine practice. This role involves providing comprehensive patient care including well visits, sick visits, chronic disease management, pre-op evaluations, Medicare wellness visits, EKG interpretation, and developing treatment plans. The ideal candidate is clinically competent, friendly, and able to make patients feel comfortable while delivering high-quality care.

**Job Description**

- Conduct detailed patient assessments, including history and physical examinations
- Manage well visits, sick visits, and chronic disease care
- Perform pre-operative evaluations
- Interpret and read EKGs
- Complete Medicare wellness visits
- Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical findings
- Prescribe medications in accordance with state regulations and monitor patient progress
- Educate patients on diagnoses, treatments, and preventive care strategies
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in medical records
- Collaborate effectively with physicians and healthcare team members

**Requirements**

- Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in Nevada
- DEA certification
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Experience in internal medicine or similar setting preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
- Ability to manage a wide range of patient conditions independently

**Benefits**

- Monday to Friday schedule, enjoy your weekends off!
- Competitive compensation: $110,000 - $130,000 annually
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Health insurance and malpractice insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid holidays
- Productivity-based bonus opportunities

Become part of a welcoming, professional team in a stable and growing practice. We offer a weekday-only schedule, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits. If you are a dedicated Nurse Practitioner seeking a long-term, patient-centered role, we encourage you to apply and make a meaningful impact on our patients' lives.

Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Internal Medicine

Position: PNP Location: Las Vegas, NV Duration: Permanent Position MPLT Healthcare is looking for practitioners who Understand the Urgency, Never Give Up, and Have the Courage to Excel in the forever changing medical industry! We currently have a unique opportunity for an experienced PNP w ith highly competitive pay rates available in Las Vegas, NV . Position Details: <ul> <li> Seeking an Acute Care Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse Practitioner to join well-established group </li> <li> Practice in a new state-of-the-art 14-bed CVICU </li> <li> Practice is complemented by a near full array of pediatric primary and subspecialty support. </li> <li> ACPNP responsibilities will include providing admission/discharge/progress notes and procedures including placement of PIC lines and IV access </li> <li> CVICU experience is required </li> <li> Nevada License is required </li></ul> Position Benefits: <ul> <li> Inquire within! </li></ul> About MPLT Healthcare MPLT Healthcare specializes in placing well-qualified physicians and advanced practice clinicians in locum, locum-to-perm and direct hire staff and leadership positions while making this process as seamless as possible for our clinicians and client facilities. Don t delay, apply today! <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?XTPg%2foUqCEe0TV7Cgqz%2fwgy" width="0" height="0" />

**Pediatric Nurse Practitioner**

MPLT Healthcare is looking for practitioners who understand the urgency, never give up, and have the courage to excel in the forever changing medical industry! We currently have a unique opportunity for an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with highly competitive pay rates available in Las Vegas, NV.

**Job Description**

- Seeking an Acute Care Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse Practitioner to join a well-established group
- Practice in a new state-of-the-art 14-bed CVICU
- Practice is complemented by a near full array of pediatric primary and subspecialty support
- Responsibilities will include providing admission/discharge/progress notes and procedures including placement of PIC lines and IV access
- CVICU experience is required
- Nevada License is required

**Benefits**

- Inquire within!

**About MPLT Healthcare**

MPLT Healthcare specializes in placing well-qualified physicians and advanced practice clinicians in locum, locum-to-perm, and direct hire staff and leadership positions while making this process as seamless as possible for our clinicians and client facilities.

Physician / Nurse Practitioner / Nevada / Permanent / PNP - Perm - Las Vegas, NV Job

Many nurses find the joy of serving others to be incredibly rewarding. This is especially true in the Navy Nurse Corps. When you work to improve the lives of others, you can vastly improve your own as well - both professionally and personally. As a Navy Nurse, you will serve your country by helping not only those in the military, but also their families and people in need around the globe. Excellent scholarship opportunities mean you have the potential to graduate from nursing school debt-free, and specialty training opportunities can give you a competitive edge in your field. Want to start your journey with the Navy? Apply Now Officer None Navy Nurse Corps: What to Expect Nurse Corps Officer Anesthesiology More Information About Navy Nursing Responsibilities As an Officer in the Nurse Corps, you'll provide high-quality nursing care wherever there's a need, from Navy medical facilities and ships to humanitarian aid missions overseas. You'll work closely with other health providers to carry out job responsibilities such as: <ul> <li>Providing general nursing care for Sailors, Marines, other service members and their families at the best military nursing facilities on shore, at sea and in the field</li> <li>Collaborating with Physicians, Surgeons, Cardiologists and other specialists to create and administer treatment plans</li> <li>Directing and instructing Hospital Corpsmen on how to provide quality patient care</li> <li>Applying leading-edge medical advances at world-class hospitals</li> <li>Utilizing some of the most advanced technology on the planet, such as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), which can lead to less paperwork and more meaningful patient care</li> <li>Assisting with global relief efforts such as distributing vaccines or providing emergency care to victims of natural disasters</li> </ul> Work Environment Nurse Corps Officers may serve at any one of more than 250 Navy and medical facilities around the globe, from Hawaii to Japan, Germany to Guam, and Washington, D.C., to Washington state. As a Navy Nurse, you may work at one of the highly acclaimed National Naval Medical Centers in Bethesda, MD, Portsmouth, VA, or San Diego, CA. You might even provide medical support aboard one of two dedicated hospital ships-the USNS Comfort and USNS Mercy. Additional opportunities are available on surface ships, with aircraft squadrons, or even with the Fleet Marine Force. Training & Advancement Upon commissioning, Nurses who are new to the Navy are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI. ODS is a five-week program designed to introduce you to Navy culture. Nurses commissioned through a school ROTC program may not need to attend ODS. Officer training is complete, you will learn the ins and outs of life as a Navy Nurse before receiving your first posting. Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance. The Navy provides Nurse Corps Officers the opportunity to specialize based on manning needs. Specialization fields include: Nurse Anesthetists - Administer general and regional anesthesia, monitor patients receiving anesthesia, and assist in instructing medical trainees and other Officers Primary Care Nurse Practitioners - Provide comprehensive health care and health maintenance for service members and their families Medical-Surgical Nurses - Assess, plan and implement direct nursing care of patients on an assigned unit, and assume charge nurse responsibilities Perioperative Nurses - Plan, implement and evaluate nursing care of surgery patients Critical Care Nurses - Provide highly skilled, specialized nursing care to critical patients, including en route care, and train personnel in critical care nursing procedures Mental Health Nurses and Nurse Practitioners - Provide direct patient care in mental health services, and lead and train other military and civilian personnel Military-specific Specializations - Education and training, manpower systems analysis, and nursing research Post-Service Opportunities Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in the medical field. Education Opportunities Wherever you are in your nursing career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Available offers consist of scholarships, sign-on bonuses and loan repayment assistance. Help can be available if you're in graduate school or already in practice as well. For High School Students: Through a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) Nurse Option scholarship, the Navy can cover the full cost - up to $180,000 - of your nursing education at some of the best colleges and universities in the country. For Nursing Students: If you're a nursing student opting to serve full-time in the Navy, you may get up to $34,000 to help pay your way through nursing school through the Nurse Candidate Program (NCP). For Graduate Students: If you're a graduate student enrolled in a postgraduate nursing program in certain nursing specialties and opting to serve part-time in the Navy Reserve, you may qualify for up to $50,000 in nursing school loan repayment assistance. For Practicing Nurses: If you're a practicing nurse opting to serve part-time in the Navy Reserve, you may qualify for an immediate, one-time sign-on bonus of up to $30,000. Depending on your specialty, you may have the option of choosing between a sign-on bonus, nursing school loan repayment assistance or specialty pay. To learn what you qualify to receive, request a medical recruiter contact you. Qualifications & Requirements A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. You must also attend Officer Training. There may be exceptions to the degree requirements based on extensive service experience. Additional qualifications include: <ul> <li>U.S. Citizen between the ages of 18 and 41</li> <li>Currently licensed and practicing nursing in the U.S. (new graduates must obtain a license within one year of beginning Active Duty service)</li> <li>In good standing (as a student or graduate) with a CCNE-accredited U.S. education program granting a Bachelor of Science degree</li> <li>Willing to serve a minimum of three years Active Duty</li> <li>In good physical condition and able to pass a full medical examination</li> </ul> General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before. Part-Time Opportunities When serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Nurse, your duties are carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Nurse Corps Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes. For annual training, you may serve anywhere in the world, including locations in the U.S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that. Nurses in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met. For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again. For current or former Officers of military branches other than the Navy (OSVET), as well as for Officer candidates without prior military experience: Officer Candidates are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI. ODS is a five-week program that provides a comprehensive and intense introduction to the responsibilities of Navy Staff Corps Officers. Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy. With flexible training options, Nurses in the Navy Reserve can comfortably balance civilian and military schedules. Additionally, professional nurses who choose to serve as Reserve Sailors in the Navy Nurse Corps may qualify for special offers. Depending on your specialty, you may qualify for an accession bonus or specialty pay. Compare Navy Careers See how a career as a Boatswain's Mate compares to other Navy jobs. Compare roles, pay and requirements for each job now.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?59dS%2b47%2blS5sc149RMH2DAg" width="0" height="0" />

**Navy Nurse Corps Officer**

Many nurses find the joy of serving others to be incredibly rewarding. This is especially true in the Navy Nurse Corps. When you work to improve the lives of others, you can vastly improve your own as well - both professionally and personally. As a Navy Nurse, you will serve your country by helping not only those in the military, but also their families and people in need around the globe. Excellent scholarship opportunities mean you have the potential to graduate from nursing school debt-free, and specialty training opportunities can give you a competitive edge in your field.

**Job Description**

- Provide high-quality nursing care wherever there's a need, from Navy medical facilities and ships to humanitarian aid missions overseas.
- Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, cardiologists, and other specialists to create and administer treatment plans.
- Direct and instruct Hospital Corpsmen on how to provide quality patient care.
- Apply leading-edge medical advances at world-class hospitals.
- Utilize some of the most advanced technology on the planet, such as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), which can lead to less paperwork and more meaningful patient care.
- Assist with global relief efforts such as distributing vaccines or providing emergency care to victims of natural disasters.

**Work Environment**

Nurse Corps Officers may serve at any one of more than 250 Navy and medical facilities around the globe, from Hawaii to Japan, Germany to Guam, and Washington, D.C., to Washington state. As a Navy Nurse, you may work at one of the highly acclaimed National Naval Medical Centers in Bethesda, MD, Portsmouth, VA, or San Diego, CA. You might even provide medical support aboard one of two dedicated hospital ships - the USNS Comfort and USNS Mercy. Additional opportunities are available on surface ships, with aircraft squadrons, or even with the Fleet Marine Force.

**Training & Advancement**

Upon commissioning, Nurses who are new to the Navy are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI. ODS is a five-week program designed to introduce you to Navy culture. Once officer training is complete, you will learn the ins and outs of life as a Navy Nurse before receiving your first posting. Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.

The Navy provides Nurse Corps Officers the opportunity to specialize based on manning needs. Specialization fields include:

- Nurse Anesthetists - Administer general and regional anesthesia, monitor patients receiving anesthesia, and assist in instructing medical trainees and other Officers.
- Primary Care Nurse Practitioners - Provide comprehensive health care and health maintenance for service members and their families.
- Medical-Surgical Nurses - Assess, plan, and implement direct nursing care of patients on an assigned unit, and assume charge nurse responsibilities.
- Perioperative Nurses - Plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care of surgery patients.
- Critical Care Nurses - Provide highly skilled, specialized nursing care to critical patients, including en route care, and train personnel in critical care nursing procedures.
- Mental Health Nurses and Nurse Practitioners - Provide direct patient care in mental health services, and lead and train other military and civilian personnel.
- Military-specific Specializations - Education and training, manpower systems analysis, and nursing research.

**Post-Service Opportunities**

Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in the medical field.

**Education Opportunities**

Wherever you are in your nursing career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Available offers consist of scholarships, sign-on bonuses, and loan repayment assistance. Help can be available if you're in graduate school or already in practice as well.

For High School Students:

Through a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) Nurse Option scholarship, the Navy can cover the full cost - up to $180,000 - of your nursing education at some of the best colleges and universities in the country.

For Nursing Students:

If you're a nursing student opting to serve full-time in the Navy, you may get up to $34,000 to help pay your way through nursing school through the Nurse Candidate Program (NCP).

For Graduate Students:

If you're a graduate student enrolled in a postgraduate nursing program in certain nursing specialties and opting to serve part-time in the Navy Reserve, you may qualify for up to $50,000 in nursing school loan repayment assistance.

For Practicing Nurses:

If you're a practicing nurse opting to serve part-time in the Navy Reserve, you may qualify for an immediate, one-time sign-on bonus of up to $30,000. Depending on your specialty, you may have the option of choosing between a sign-on bonus, nursing school loan repayment assistance or specialty pay.

To learn what you qualify to receive, request a medical recruiter contact you.

**Qualifications & Requirements**

A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. You must also attend Officer Training. There may be exceptions to the degree requirements based on extensive service experience. Additional qualifications include:

- U.S. Citizen between the ages of 18 and 41.
- Currently licensed and practicing nursing in the U.S. (new graduates must obtain a license within one year of beginning Active Duty service).
- In good standing (as a student or graduate) with a CCNE-accredited U.S. education program granting a Bachelor of Science degree.
- Willing to serve a minimum of three years Active Duty.
- In good physical condition and able to pass a full medical examination.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.

**Part-Time Opportunities**

When serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Nurse, your duties are carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Nurse Corps Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.

For annual training, you may serve anywhere in the world, including locations in the U.S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.

Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.

Nurses in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.

For current or former Navy