Dialysis Technician - Greensboro, NC, United States - Cone Health

Description

Overview

Applies clinical and technical skills to assist in providing care in the Kidney Dialysis Unit while maintaining a safe work environment and performing all job-related job responsibilities.

Ensures quality patient care before, during and after the procedure under the direct supervision of the registered nurse.

Responsibilities

Possesses a thorough knowledge of initiating, monitoring, and terminating hemodialysis treatments for hospitalized patients, to include patient preparation, gathering of supplies, organizing care, documenting as required, and reporting abnormal patient findings to Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Aids RN/LPN in providing patient care as requested by supervising RN. Effectively communicates with patients, nursing staff, providers, and ancillary support teams. Possesses a thorough knowledge of hemodialysis machines, to include machine set-up and clean-up, disinfection, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting. Notifies healthcare technical maintenance if dialysis machine or associated equipment is out of service and need repairs. Assists with bay turnover in unit or bedside set-up/clean-up in patient room.
Reports findings outside normal parameters to nurse for appropriate intervention.

Keeps licensed staff informed of all responsibilities on an ongoing basis , ensuring prompt notification in the event of a problem or potential problem.

Addresses patient's quality of life issues in relationship to nutrition/hydration by:

providing assistance with distributing nutritional supplements and snacks according to patients plan of care, monitoring and documenting intake and output accurately and notifying RN staff of observations as appropriate.

Performs intentional hourly rounding and anticipates patient needs. Responds to needs of all patients on the unit, not just in assigned group. Assists with transfers to support patient throughput and placement with the Kidney Dialysis Unit. Receives and responds to nurse delegation. Works with nurse to set priorities when receiving multiple requests.
Promotes a positive and efficient departmental atmosphere. Promotes patient satisfaction through personal interaction, meeting patient needs in a timely fashion. (Patient rounding as appropriate). Provides a clean and comfortable environment for patients. Assists with lost or left behind patient belongings. Reports patient status, patient concerns or unsafe conditions, as they occur. Responds to call lights/intercom/telephones. Directs questions and problems to appropriate person, recognizing the need to seek assistance when necessary. Provides assistance/support to patients. Assists with bay assignments and transfers. Collects non-controlled medications, distributing to appropriate licensed personnel on the unit. Communicates regarding equipment maintenance and repairs. Assists with maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Demonstrates personal accountability. Responds appropriately to emergency situations (Cone Health Codes) and demonstrates knowledge of how to respond. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals (including compliance with Infection Prevention, Hand Hygiene, etc.).

Always uses appropriate safety devices and techniques (examples:
using safe lift equipment and needle safe devices; pushing carts; correctly lifting copy paper). Protects all confidential information and obeys all HIPAA regulations. Adheres to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures, including dress code and attendance. Documents time accurately using Kronos. Completes all departmentally required education, competencies, and/or proficiencies.
Performs clerical activities. May need to assist with scheduling follow up appointments for patients. Enters charges and maintains accurate accommodation codes. Helps meet regulatory compliance standards. Maintains adequate paperwork concerning patient information (Patient logs, Patient Labels, Transfer/Admission logs) and communication with physician practices. Maintains proper inventory levels on all supplies and other items necessary for the operation of the department. Assists in maintaining unit inventory of supplies, equipment, nourishments, and instruments and office supplies. Requests supplies from portable equipment.

Qualifications


EDUCATION:

REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent


PREFERRED:

EXPERIENCE:

REQUIRED:

PREFERRED:
1 ? 2 years of Nephrology experience to include Hemodialysis (HD) LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/


LISTING:

REQUIRED:
BLS (CPR) - American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider


PREFERRED:
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Certification (CCHT) certification.