To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. EducationRequired - Master's degree from a school of nurse anesthesia accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA). Work Experience Required - None.CertificationsRequired - License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice.C ertification through the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA). Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)<ul><li>Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.</li><li>Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.</li><li>Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.</li><li>Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).</li></ul> Job Duties<ul><li>Documents patient procedures and incidents.</li><li>Assesses patient before, during, and after administering anesthesia.</li><li>Ensures patient safety and administers anesthesia following accepted practice techniques.</li><li>Acts as a liaison to surgeons, anesthesiologists, co-workers, patients, and families.</li><li>Participates in department quality assurance initiatives and activities of professional development.</li><li>Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.</li><li>Performs other related duties as required.</li></ul>The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.Physical and Environmental DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicableBecause the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Q4Hw5PADd%2fErXOpRVgRT7ge" width="0" height="0" />

**Anesthesia Provider**

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

**Requirements**

- Required: Master's degree from a school of nurse anesthesia accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).
- Required: License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice.
- Required: Certification through the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).
- Required: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
- Required: None for work experience.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)**

- Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
- Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on-call availability).

**Job Duties**

- Documents patient procedures and incidents.
- Assesses patient before, during, and after administering anesthesia.
- Ensures patient safety and administers anesthesia following accepted practice techniques.
- Acts as a liaison to surgeons, anesthesiologists, co-workers, patients, and families.
- Participates in department quality assurance initiatives and activities of professional development.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style.
- Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

**Physical and Environmental Demands**

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. 

Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning, and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the kidney disease health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program operations.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care, policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, applicable contractual service agreements, state and federal regulations. Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse. Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments and modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor, Physician, patient's primary nurse and others as may be indicated. Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor, appropriate physician, and the contracted facility primary Nurse. Directs and provides safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality specific treatment procedures. Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed. Initiates and coordinates communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care. Performs the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier. Administers medications as prescribed and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. Initiates and assists with emergency response measures. Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instruction to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually. May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis. Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. Day to day work includes, desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians. The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities. Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.SUPERVISION:Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LVN/LPNs/RNs as a designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following: Successful completion of all FKC education and modality specific training requirements for new employees. Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. 6 months experience in acute dialysis as a RN.EDUCATION and LICENSURE: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Current appropriate state licensure. Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification Must meet the practice requirements in all states in which he or she is employed.EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as an RN Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months (preferred). 6 months acute dialysis experience (preferred) Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience (preferred).ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate Supervisor or my Human Resources representative Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?j8oImo%2fjvS3qMkmP616Uxwu" width="0" height="0" />

**Inpatient Services RN CAP 1**

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

**Job Description**

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

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

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

- The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.
- This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing, and the employee must be able to bend over.
- The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
- May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.
- Day-to-day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff, and physicians.
- The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities.
- Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.

**Supervision**

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

- Successful completion of all FKC education and modality-specific training requirements for new employees.
- Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.
- 6 months experience in acute dialysis as a RN.

**Education and Licensure**

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

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as an RN.
- Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months preferred.
- 6 months acute dialysis experience preferred.
- Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience preferred.

Acute Inpatient Registered Nurse - RN

RN-Clinical About this role: As a Dialysis Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) with Fresenius Medical Care, you will be part of a close-knit, collaborative team responsible for delivering unique care plans and providing dialysis treatment to patients facing end stage renal disease or chronic kidney disease. Our clinic RNs build strong bonds and lasting relationships with people who entrust us with their care, their families, and fellow care team members. How you grow or advance: As a Dialysis RN, you will enter our Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) to grow and advance in your career. By participating in CAP, you will develop clinical leadership skills, derive greater career satisfaction, have an opportunity to share your expertise with others, and be recognized for your experience, knowledge, and clinical expertise. All new hires will begin at the appropriate CAP level based on prior experience and education.Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing financial support when personal hardship hits, we take care of our people.Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart. At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state, and federal regulations. <ul><li>As a member of the nephrology health care team, you will participate in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.</li><li>Coordinates patient care including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of hemodialysis patients. This includes delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff. </li><li>Performs ongoing analysis of patient data with each patient visit and documents in the patient medical record.</li><li>Adjusts or modify the treatment plan as indicated and notify supervisor as needed.</li></ul><ul><li> Provides initial and ongoing education to patient and family. </li><li>Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and document appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li></ul><ul><li>Initiates or assist with emergency response measures.</li></ul><ul><li>Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing, and shipping procedures are performed.</li><li>Collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team on the patient care plan.</li></ul><ul><li> Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options. </li><li> Completes CAP requirements to either maintain or advance within the program. </li><li>Makes referrals to Social Worker and Registered Dietitian as appropriate.</li><li>Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.</li></ul>EDUCATION AND LICENSURE: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:<ul><li>Qualities and traits: compassion, caring, support for colleagues, collaborative, reliable.</li><li>Experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred but not required).</li><li>Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred but not required).</li><li>Successfully pass the Ishihara Color Blind Test.</li></ul> 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.<ul><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. </li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. </li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li><li>The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</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?HQ4aCmlQg0f0Zn%2f8L2bhQgv" width="0" height="0" />

**Dialysis Clinic Registered Nurse (RN)**

As a Dialysis Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) with Fresenius Medical Care, you will be part of a close-knit, collaborative team responsible for delivering unique care plans and providing dialysis treatment to patients facing end-stage renal disease or chronic kidney disease. Our clinic RNs build strong bonds and lasting relationships with people who entrust us with their care, their families, and fellow care team members.

**Job Description**

- Participate in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations as a member of the nephrology health care team.
- Coordinate patient care including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of hemodialysis patients. This includes delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff.
- Perform ongoing analysis of patient data with each patient visit and document in the patient medical record.
- Adjust or modify the treatment plan as indicated and notify supervisor as needed.
- Provide initial and ongoing education to patient and family.
- Administer medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and document appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
- Initiate or assist with emergency response measures.
- Ensure correct laboratory collection, processing, and shipping procedures are performed.
- Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team on the patient care plan.
- Ensure patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
- Complete Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) requirements to either maintain or advance within the program.
- Make referrals to Social Worker and Registered Dietitian as appropriate.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current appropriate state licensure.
- Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
- Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.
- Experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred but not required).
- Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred but not required).
- Successfully pass the Ishihara Color Blind Test.

**Skills**

- Qualities and traits: compassion, caring, support for colleagues, collaborative, reliable.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

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

- The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.
- This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.
- The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
- May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- Day-to-day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff, and physicians.
- The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.
- May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.

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

EOE, disability/veterans

Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the kidney disease health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program operations.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care, policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, applicable contractual service agreements, state and federal regulations. Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse. Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments and modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor, Physician, patient's primary nurse and others as may be indicated. Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor, appropriate physician, and the contracted facility primary Nurse. Directs and provides safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality specific treatment procedures. Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed. Initiates and coordinates communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care. Performs the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier. Administers medications as prescribed and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. Initiates and assists with emergency response measures. Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instruction to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually. May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis. Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. Day to day work includes, desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians. The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities. Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.SUPERVISION:Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LVN/LPNs/RNs as a designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following: Successful completion of all FKC education and modality specific training requirements for new employees. Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. 6 months experience in acute dialysis as a RN.EDUCATION and LICENSURE: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Current appropriate state licensure. Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification Must meet the practice requirements in all states in which he or she is employed.EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as an RN Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months (preferred). 6 months acute dialysis experience (preferred) Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience (preferred).ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate Supervisor or my Human Resources representative Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?gR2JWOma61c6rKnnyl4YGAf" width="0" height="0" />

**Inpatient Services RN CAP 1**

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

**Job Description**

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

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

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

- The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.
- This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing, and the employee must be able to bend over.
- The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
- May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.
- Day-to-day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff, and physicians.
- The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities.
- Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.

**Supervision**

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

- Successful completion of all FKC education and modality-specific training requirements for new employees.
- Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.
- 6 months experience in acute dialysis as a RN.

**Education and Licensure**

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

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as an RN.
- Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse, 12 months preferred.
- 6 months acute dialysis experience preferred.
- Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience preferred.

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

EOE, disability/veterans.