Dialysis Technician, Dialysis Unit-O/P Satelite

RWJBarnabas Health; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New Jersey is seeking a Hemodialysis Technician to deliver direct patient care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include performing hemodialysis procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring patient safety. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and experience in patient care. Join a team that emphasizes excellence in renal care and patient safety.

Qualifications

• One year of nursing assistant experience preferred.
• Certified as mandated by CMS as a Dialysis Technician.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient station and hemodialysis machines.
• Monitor and record vital signs according to policy.
• Initiate and terminate hemodialysis treatments.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Competence

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dialysis Equipment

Job description

Job Overview:

As a Hemodialysis Technician, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, perform hemodialysis procedures, order & stock supplies, disinfect/ clean RO system, jugs & machines, and perform environmental safety checks of the unit.

Trinitas offers world-class expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of renal disease. Our renal program is designated with a 5-star rating through CMS for excellence in patient care. Our physicians and staff offer years of experience and operate out of three locations that are convenient to area residents. We emphasize expert diagnosis, treatment, and early intervention for those at greatest risk.

To better serve our patients, all three Trinitas dialysis facilities have achieved 5-Diamond status through the Quality Insights Renal Network 3. The 5-Diamond Patient Safety Program was developed as an innovative training and recognition program to assist dialysis providers in increasing awareness and building a culture of safety among patients.

Qualifications:

Required:

• HS Diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• One year of nursing assistant experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Certified as mandated by CMS as a Dialysis Technician
• BLS through American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, 5 days 2:00pm-10:30pm
• Scheduled rotating Saturdays
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• Prepares the patient station and hemodialysis machines, dialyzers, appropriate lines, and dialysate bath
• Recognizes and corrects problems involving dialyzer leaks or defects in arterial or venous lines
• Obtains and records patient weights on the dialysis treatment record, pre- and post-dialysis
• Initiates and terminates hemodialysis treatments according to policy and procedure
• Responds to alarms and makes appropriate adjustments during treatments
• Demonstrates clinical competence in cannulation of vascular access, temporary/permanent catheters
• Monitors and records vital signs according to policy
• Monitors the infusion of heparin via heparin pump
• Accurately obtains blood specimens using the appropriate procedure and tubes
• Provides a comforting and therapeutic atmosphere for the mature adult, paying special attention to maintaining modesty and providing for self-control in decision-making, as applicable
• Performs necessary minor adjustments and repairs on machinery associated with hemodialysis
• Maintains equipment information
• Recognizes and corrects problems involving dialyzer leaks or defects in arterial or venous lines
• Sets up flow-sheet logs for water testing and equipment maintenance
• Performs water sampling and reviews results with the appropriate nurse manager
• Performs chloramine testing before each patient shift and documents results
• Performs conductivity meter check daily and documents results
• Performs monthly disinfection of R/O system
• Performs necessary steps to place R/O system on bypass and informs Nurse Manager
• Clean hemodialysis machines and chairs/bed with a bleach solution between patient treatments
• Performs acid and heat disinfection of hemodialysis machines daily
• Performs chemical disinfection biweekly on hemodialysis machines
• Performs daily disinfection of bicarbonate tanks and bicarbonate jugs
• Prepares bicarbonate bath as needed per standard
• Performs conductivity and pH testing of bicarbonate mix
• Places completed dialysis flow-sheet in the medical record
• Take age-specific vital signs correctly with proper equipment
• Identify age-specific patient safety issues
• Employs normalizing activities for hospitalized children as applicable
• Provides a comforting and therapeutic atmosphere for young/mature adults, paying attention to modesty and self-control in decision-making, if applicable
• Communicates clearly and slowly with elderly clients, ensuring understanding of instructions; orienting to environment and reporting alterations
• Provides modesty in patient care
• Performs other duties as requested