Home Dialysis Nurse (RN)
Company: Employer
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview Did you know that some of the industry's most talented
and caring registered nurses are at DCI? Our nursing staff has
helped DCI achieve the lowest mortality and hospitalization rates
among large dialysis providers for the past 13 years in a row. We
think our Nurses are pretty awesome; they make a difference in our
patients' lives by helping them live longer and achieve a better
quality of life.Our mission is "the care of the patient is our
reason for existence." What's yours?The Home Dialysis Nurse (RN)
educates and cares for our home hemodialysis and peritoneal
dialysis patients, following up with them on a regular basis. The
Dialysis Home Hemo RN also assists in the ongoing development of
the local home training program.This position is part-time - 3
hours/day. Responsibilities Assists in the examination and
evaluation of patient candidates so that appropriate PD treatment
and other services can be arranged.Train patients and family who
have chosen peritoneal dialysis as their treatment
modality.Provides counseling and emotional support.Check dialysis
equipment and ensure it is operating properly, make adjustments, or
have them made by maintenance personnel.Teach the patients proper
care between dialysis to avoid infections, and instruct patients on
matters of diet.Keep comprehensive records of the schedule and type
of treatment and changes in the condition of the patient.Check in
with the patient at least monthly by phone or during clinic
visits.Obtain routine laboratory work to include routine adequacy
testing.Make surveillance of the patient's home adaption, including
provisions for visits to the home.Ensure the patient is provided
consultation with a Social Worker and Dietitian. Job Requirements:
A Registered Nurse with a current license for the applicable state
At least 12 months clinical experience.Must have at least 3 months
experience in Peritoneal Dialysis Nursing.DCI is a federal
contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having
difficulty using the online application system or would like to
request other accommodations or application methods, please contact
Doug Patterson at or . Once a request has been made, DCI will
initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an
accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such
accommodations where possible.For more information about equal
opportunity please see: ; ; ; and .
Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted:
06/22/2022
Keywords: Employer, Atlanta , Home Dialysis Nurse (RN), Healthcare , Atlanta, Georgia
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