Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN

RemoteWorker US; Wilmington (DE); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Outpatient Registered Nurse to join their dynamic healthcare team. This entry-level role within the Clinical Advancement Program offers the opportunity to provide and coordinate clinically competent care for patients undergoing hemodialysis. You will be involved in patient assessment, education, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes. If you are passionate about nursing and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this role will provide a supportive environment for your professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Entry-level RN position within the Clinical Advancement Program.
• Involves providing and coordinating clinically competent care.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential functions under supervision and guidance.
• Collect and analyze patient data before, during, and after treatments.
• Educate patients about transplant and treatment options.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Hemodialysis Therapy

Patient Education

Clinical Assessment

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Current state licensure

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Job Title: Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN

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Purpose and Scope

The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry-level position within the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This role involves providing and coordinating clinically competent care, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. Responsibilities may include delegating tasks to direct care staff such as RNs, LVNs/LPNs, and Patient Care Technicians. As part of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) healthcare team, the RN participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership, and quality improvement activities aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and facility operations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform essential functions under supervision and guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor, or collaborating RNs.
• Collect and analyze patient data systematically before, during, and after hemodialysis treatments, document findings, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Assess and document patient and family learning needs to provide ongoing education.
• Ensure safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy in collaboration with care staff.
• Administer medications as prescribed, documenting medical justification and effectiveness.
• Assist with emergency response measures as needed.
• Serve as a resource to the healthcare team and participate in staff training and orientation.
• Ensure proper laboratory procedures and reschedule missed collections.
• Update nursing assessments and care plans collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients about transplant and treatment options.
• Complete CAP requirements for advancement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Involves heavy lifting, moving patients, and assisting with ambulation, with equipment and coworker assistance as needed.
• Requires prolonged standing and bending.
• May involve moving equipment up to 200 lbs. and lifting solutions up to 30 lbs. to heights of 5 feet.
• Work environment typical of healthcare facilities, with exposure to infectious materials.
• Includes desk work, computer interaction, and collaboration with patients and staff.
• May require travel and work in different locations with similar physical demands.

Supervision

• Oversight of Patient Care Technicians, LPNs, LVNs, or RNs as a Team Leader or Nurse in Charge, following specific experience and training prerequisites.

Education and Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current state licensure.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Meet state practice requirements.

Experience and Skills

• Entry-level for RNs with less than 1 year of recent Nephrology Nursing experience.
• Minimum of 9 months RN experience preferred.
• Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience preferred.

Additional Information

• EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
• Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace.