Registered Nurse, Dialysis - Rockwall, United States - Hunt Regional Healthcare

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POSITION SUMMARY
Registered nurse is responsible for collaborating, planning, directing, and implementing patient care for all ages. The RN develops and guides patient education and evaluates the process using standards of care. Manages, assesses, monitors dialysis patients while undergoing dialysis. Reports issues and status to physicians and other staff as required.

POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reports To: Department director and coordinator
- Supervises: PCA's, techs

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum Education: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Minimum Work Experience: 12 months acute clinical experience as a Nurse
- Required Licenses/Certifications:
  - Current RN licensure with the State of Texas, Appropriate BLS Certification.
  - RN license in good standing in the state of employment or a compact state
- Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
  - General knowledge of basic bedside nursing. Must demonstrate the necessary knowledge and skills to provide care based on various criteria appropriate to the age of patients served in the assigned area/department. Skills and knowledge are obtained through education, training, and/or experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must work varied hours and schedules. Requires prolonged walking and standing, frequent bending and/or stooping. May involve lifting or positioning of patients. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. May be exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. Requires the ability to maintain concentration in a noisy and fast-paced environment. May be exposed to violent or disturbed individuals.

QUALITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS
- Uses critical thinking skills to determine evidence-based solutions. Systematically gathers and reviews pertinent information to prevent errors (PDCA Plan, Do, Check, Act). Pursues individual or team learning and growth opportunities to continually build skills. Understands and abides by all safety regulations.

SERVICE EXCELLENCE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS
- Maintains patient confidentiality. Rounds regularly with patients, direct reports, and/or customers. Demonstrates telephone and elevator etiquette. Acts as an employee ambassador. Committed to knowing hospital service lines and shows pride in our organization. Uses AIDET when interacting with internal or external customers.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS
- Takes responsibility for problem-solving. Treats company resources responsibly. Performs work functions in a timely and accurate manner. Respects the environment; keeps public areas neat and clean and returns supplies to the appropriate areas.

PEOPLE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS
- Supports the team through good attendance. Maintains a professional appearance. Creates a positive team environment by being flexible and supportive, setting an example of cooperation. Practices meaningful communication; provides valuable and non-critical feedback, discouraging negative talk and gossip. Respects co-workers.

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
- Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to the HMHD Compliance Plan.
- Conduct reflects HMHD's values and a commitment to HMHD's Code of Conduct.
- Attends the required corporate integrity and compliance training and education programs.
- Proficiency in understanding the materials presented during the corporate integrity and compliance training and education program.
- Complies with all HIPAA standards.

Registered Nurse
- Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.
- Promotes patient independence by setting care goals, educating patients and families about conditions, medications, and self-care, and addressing questions.
- Ensures care quality by following therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes, making necessary adjustments, and adhering to healthcare regulations.
- Maintains a safe and clean work environment by following procedures and regulations, seeking assistance when needed.
- Holds specific department certifications as per policy.
- Demonstrates knowledge of nursing techniques, principles, and processes for patients of all ages.
- Administers medications with knowledge of dosages, major side effects, and contraindications.
- Responds to emergencies, communicates effectively, and evaluates patient responses.
- Develops and revises care plans, completing tasks efficiently, following protocols, and prioritizing patient needs.
- Administers specific IV medications and supervises blood transfusions according to policy.