Registered Nurse - RN

Fresenius Medical Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Outpatient RN for their Clinical Advancement Program. This entry-level position is pivotal in providing and coordinating competent care for patients with End Stage Kidney Disease. You will engage in various responsibilities, including administering hemodialysis, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring patient education. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive environment while making a significant impact on patient care outcomes. If you are passionate about nursing and eager to advance your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required.
• Must have CPR BLS Certification and meet state practice requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate clinically competent care for assigned patients.
• Administer medications and document patient data during hemodialysis treatment.
• Educate patients and families about treatment options and care.

Skills

Patient Care

Assessment Skills

Medication Administration

Collaboration

Emergency Response

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

CPR BLS Certification

Job description

Chatham Clinic Address: 8710 S. Holland Rd., Chicago, IL 60620

Clinic hours: MWF 4:30am-9:30pm, TThS 4:30am-5:00pm

Rotating days: 8-12 hour shifts

Purpose and Scope: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN / LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
2. Perform ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and document in the patient medical record, making adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifying Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.
3. Assess, collaborate, and document patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
4. Direct and provide, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.
5. Administer medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and document appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
6. Initiate or assist with emergency response measures.
7. Serve as a resource for health care team, participate in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
8. Ensure correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedule missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
9. Identify expected outcomes, document and update the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
10. Ensure patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
11. Complete CAP requirements to advance.
12. Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

1. The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.
2. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.
3. The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
4. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
5. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
6. Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.
7. The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.
8. May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.

Supervision:

Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians / LPNs / LVNs / RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:

1. Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.
2. Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.
3. Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.

Education and Licensure:

1. Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
2. Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
3. Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.

Experience and Required Skills:

1. Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as a Registered Nurse.
2. Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred).

Acknowledgement: I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate Supervisor or my Human Resources representative.

Addendum:

1. Bachelor's degree in nursing required and either a CGFNS (Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools) Visa Screen Certificate OR an NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) pass letter OR a Registered Nursing License in the state of intended employment required.
2. Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
3. Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Rate: $33 - $55

Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.

EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans.