Full-Time

Inpatient Registered Nurse

RN, Dialysis

Posted on 9/10/2024

Fresenius Medical Care

Fresenius Medical Care

11-50 employees

Provides renal care and dialysis services

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Entry

Marietta, GA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Monroe, GA, USA

May be asked to provide essential functions in other locations with similar physical demands.

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
  • Current appropriate state licensure.
  • Must meet the practice requirements in all states in which he or she is employed.
  • Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of nephrology nursing experience within the last two years or for RNs with a BSN and less than 1 year of nephrology nursing experience within the last two years.
  • Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred).
  • Minimum 6 months nephrology experience required before working independently without a qualified dialysis RN.
  • 6 months dialysis experience required to be on-call.
  • Successful completion of FKC Education and Training requirements for new employees.
  • Successful completion and maintenance of CPR BLS Certification.
  • Meet all conditions of employment including Ishihara's Color Blindness Test.
  • Successful completion of all annual required education/training/competencies.
  • Successful completion of on-going training and education as assigned or required.
Responsibilities
  • Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Program Manager (PM) and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or an Inpatient Services CAP RN 2, 3, 4 or 5 for the first 6 months of employment.
  • Expected to complete requirements to advance to the next Inpatient CAP level, for which they qualify, within 24 months from date of hire.
  • Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, adjusts or modifies the treatment plan as indicated and notifies inpatient program manager, appropriately credentialed physician, patient's primary nurse and others as may be indicated.
  • 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 manager, appropriate physician, and acute primary nurse.
  • Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed.
  • Directs and provides safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality specific treatment procedures.
  • Initiates and coordinates communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate hospital personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care.
  • Administers medications as prescribed and in accordance with contractual agreement.
  • Ensures nephrology physician orders for assigned patients are received and entered in the Medical Record.
  • Enters all treatment data into the designated medical record thoroughly, accurately and in a timely manner.
  • 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.
  • Ensures familiarity with company, inpatient services program and contracted provider emergency policy to initiate and assist with emergency response measures.
  • Delegates appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians.
  • Monitors patient care staff for appropriate techniques and adherence to FKC policy and procedures.
  • Promotes infection control, equipment and environmental safety.
  • Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
  • Instructs hospital/facility staff on aspects of specialized care related to renal replacement and apheresis therapies.
  • Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to update the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients.
  • Initiates, documents, and completes ongoing QAI activities including monthly reports as directed by manager or designee.
  • Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
  • Participates in all required staff meetings as scheduled.
  • May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis.
  • Supports and promotes the FMCNA's mission, vision, values, and customer service philosophy.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned by manager within state, federal and contractual standards.
Fresenius Medical Care

Fresenius Medical Care

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Fresenius Medical Care North America focuses on delivering high-quality healthcare services to individuals with kidney and other chronic conditions. The company operates a vast network of dialysis facilities and outpatient labs for cardiac and vascular care, ensuring coordinated healthcare at critical points for many patients. It stands out as the largest fully integrated renal company in the world, providing not only dialysis services but also specialty pharmacy and laboratory services. Additionally, Fresenius Medical Care manufactures and distributes a wide range of dialysis equipment, disposable products, and renal pharmaceuticals. The company's goal is to enhance the quality of life for patients with chronic illnesses by offering comprehensive and accessible healthcare solutions.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$39.1M

Headquarters

Waltham, Massachusetts

Founded

1996

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Telehealth market growth supports FMCNA's remote patient monitoring services.
  • Home dialysis market growth aligns with FMCNA's flexible treatment options.
  • AI in healthcare enhances FMCNA's efficiency in renal care.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from telehealth solutions like Philips' eCareManager 4.1.
  • Rising mental health challenges may affect FMCNA's employee productivity.
  • SEC Form D filings suggest potential financial uncertainties for FMCNA.

What makes Fresenius Medical Care unique

  • FMCNA is the world's largest fully integrated renal company.
  • FMCNA offers a comprehensive line of dialysis equipment and renal pharmaceuticals.
  • FMCNA provides coordinated healthcare services at pivotal care points for chronic conditions.

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