Dialysis Technician- New Town

Good Samaritan Society; North Dakota; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in New Town, ND is hiring a Hemodialysis Technician to join a brand-new dialysis unit. You will perform delegated nursing interventions under RN supervision, operate dialysis equipment, monitor treatments, collect patient data, and respond to alarms, while following age-related care protocols.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of healthcare experience preferred, BLS through American Heart Association, and certification as a Hemodialysis Technician within 18

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of health care experience preferred; dialysis experience preferred.
• Certification as Hemodialysis Technician within 18 months of hire.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association required.
• ND UAP Registry if working in North Dakota at start of employment.
• SD dialysis technician registration after certification (within 18 months).

Responsibilities

• Performs delegated nursing interventions under RN supervision.
• Operates dialysis equipment and monitors treatments.
• Gathers and documents pertinent patient information.
• Responds to dialysis alarms and emergencies.
• Maintains infection control practices and patient safety.

Skills

Patient care

Team interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Hemodialysis Technician certification (NNCC/BONENT)

Tools

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: New Town Dialysis
Location: New Town, ND
Address: 9281 ND-23, New Town, ND 58763, USA
Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $19.00 - $26.50

Department Details

Join a brand-new dialysis unit where your voice matters, your schedule supports your life, and your care directly impacts a close-knit community. Be part of building something meaningful from day one.

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

• 4am-4:30 pm

Job Summary

Performs the delegated nursing interventions to the stable dialysis patient under direct supervision of the registered nurse. This may include but not limited to; initiation of dialysis, monitoring patient during treatments, discontinuing treatments, proper operation of the dialysis equipment, gathering and documenting pertinent patient information, and responding to alarms. Knowledge of and utilize appropriate age related patient care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of patients of all age groups. Ability to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations.

Prepares dialysis equipment for patient treatment according to the dialysis prescription; this includes safety tests and setting alarm limits according to policy. Inspect the access site and perform cannulation of the dialysis access to initiate the treatment. Obtains blood samples via the dialysis lines or access site. Adjusts blood flow rates and fluid removal rates according to policy. Monitors and documents dialysis treatment parameters/vital signs and makes adjustments to treatment parameters, under the direction of the licensed nurse. Initiate and discontinue dialysis treatments. Responds to dialysis related emergencies, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, under the direction of the licensed nurse. Administers the medication considered part of the hemodialysis treatment to include: Heparin, local anesthetic via intradermal route, and Normal Saline.

Knowledge of and application of dialysis infection control practices that include, but not limited to; Use of personal protective equipment, disinfection of equipment and supplies, dialysis station sanitization, and isolation precautions. Demonstrate proficiency in computerized charting, software applications, and other computer skills. Knowledge of water system components, water system testing, and application of appropriate actions to take if monitoring parameters out of defined limits.

Participates in the orientation and education of dialysis technicians.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) is required.

One-year experience in a health care environment is preferred. Dialysis experience preferred. Knowledge of various equipment/supplies and its general use, medical terminology, and computer skills preferred.

Must possess or obtain certification as a Hemodialysis Technician from the National Nephrology Certification Commission (NNCC), the Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology (BONENT), or other approved certifying agency within 18 months of hire.

If working in North Dakota (ND) must be on the Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) Registry through the Board of Nursing at the time employment begins.

If working in South Dakota (SD), must register as Unlicensed Dialysis Technician through the SD Board of Nursing once certification is received (within 18 months).

Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required through the American Heart.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0250223
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No