Zaf - Registered Nurse - Lesedi 3

Fresenius Medical Care North America; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare company in Johannesburg is seeking a Registered Nurse to manage patient admissions, record vital signs, and educate patients on renal disease. Candidates must hold a valid Registered General Nurse diploma and adhere to strict infection control protocols. The role emphasizes patient safety and requires collaboration with care teams. This position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment dedicated to high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Admission of the patient and recording medical history.
• Monitoring and recording of baseline vital signs.
• Education of patient on renal disease and treatment.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Infection control standards

Vital sign monitoring

Venepuncture

Communication with care teams

Education

University degree or equivalent diploma Registered General Nurse diploma at SANC

Job description

SCOPE:

• Admission of the patient into the acute or chronic treatment centre, recording and recapping of medical and surgical history
• Obtain patient information and inform billing department according to unit protocol
• Updating this information as the need arises according to unit protocol
• Obtain a Dialysis Prescription from the treating Nephrologist or Physician
• Ensure that the dialysis machine has been disinfected before use
• Lining and priming of machines with correct consumables
• Weighing the patient and calculating the dry weight and fluid removal
• Monitoring and recording of baseline vital signs.
• Carry out all procedures strictly in accordance with NephroCare Standard Good Dialysis Care (ZA-CI-09-03) and NephroCare
• Standard Hygiene and Infection Control (ZA-CI-09-04) and NephroCare Standard Water Concentrate and Dialysis Fluid for
• Haemodialysis and Related Therapies (ZA-CI-10-03)
• Record and Report all patient data accurately using the Database Euclid and TDMS
• Administration of prescribed medication as per doctor’s orders
• Disinfect the machines as per protocol
• Education of patient on renal disease aetiology and treatment modes, blood results, support services and dietary restrictions
• Update all patient files frequently and document all incidents to ensure medico legal requirements are met
• Stock ordering and control as delegated by the unit manager
• Environmental safety and Infection control must be adhered
• Comply with Immunization policy
• Comply with all FMC SOP’s
• Any other duties assigned from time to time by the Clinic Head Nurse within the Scope of Practice of the Registered Nurse

Required training and education:

• University degree or equivalent diploma Registered General Nurse diploma at SANC

Required personal competencies:

• Respecting the integrity of the patient-physician relationship
• Collaborating with care teams
• Treating all patients with dignity and respect
• Acting ethically, fairly, courteously, competently, and proactively
• Treating patient safety as a priority
• Complying with the law and our policy regarding adverse event reporting and product complaints

Functional knowledge:

• Knowledge of renal anatomy and physiology
• Aetiology and Pathophysiology of the renal disease and treatment modalities
• Clinical skills must include: Aseptic techniques, Infection control standards, Venepuncture, Vital sign monitoring, Cardio
• Pulmonary Resuscitation.
• Accurate, precise recording keeping, data capturing and monthly qualitative dialysis assessments , disinfection and maintenance record keeping.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment
• Keep the equipment, duty room and trolleys clean and stocked
• Check daily the resuscitation trolley to ensure that it is in optimal working condition.
• Administer blood products as per doctors’ orders, following protocol and record vital signs and report any adverse reaction