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VP, Head of Federal Government Affairs
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Washington, DC
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The Vice President, Head of Federal Government Affairs serves as FME's senior leader for all U.S. federal legislative strategy and engagement. This position is responsible for shaping and advancing the company's federal policy agenda, representing the organization before Congress, federal agencies, and other key government stakeholders.
In close partnership with cross-functional business leaders, the Vice President develops and executes a proactive, strategic government affairs plan aligned with FME's business priorities and long-term objectives. The role provides decisive leadership in federal advocacy, including the design and oversight of grassroots mobilization strategies and coordinated responses to emerging federal legislative and regulatory issues.
The Vice President represents the company in high-impact coalitions, alliances, and industry forums to influence public policy and strengthen the organization's position within the healthcare environment. Additionally, this role manages all external federal consultants and leads a team of 3-4 direct reports.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provide strategic leadership for the Federal Government Affairs function, overseeing the monitoring, analysis, and interpretation of federal legislative and regulatory developments. Proactively develop the federal advocacy agenda in coordination with executive leadership and business operations leaders.
* Engage directly with federal elected officials, congressional committees, and regulatory agencies to advocate for FME's priorities, including representing the company before Members of Congress, Administration officials and other key federal stakeholders.
* Develop and execute federal advocacy and grassroots strategies, coordinating closely with internal partners and overseeing all employee and patient engagement initiatives.
* Manage external federal consultants and ensure full compliance with all lobbying disclosure and reporting requirements in partnership with the Legal Department.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers and their staffs, industry coalitions, dialysis providers, ESRD organizations, Medtech organizations and other key stakeholders to advance shared policy objectives.
* Lead the development and review of policy materials, including policy briefs, position statements, and comment letters.
* Prepare and provide regular updates on federal advocacy activities to internal business leaders, including monthly written updates for executive leadership and oral presentations for specific business units.
* Provide leadership, guidance and coaching to all direct reports, collaborating on career development plans and advancement of future leaders within the organization.
* Work closely with the PAC Director to manage FME's political giving strategy and collaborate with the team on ways to further grow the PAC.
* Ensure full compliance with the company's Code of Business Conduct and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulatory requirements.
SUPERVISION:
May be responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of government affairs staff.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree strongly preferred.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
* 10+ years' experience in a senior management level role (e.g., Vice President)
* A demonstrated background in government affairs, with at least ten years' experience in federal government relations, preferably with ESRD, medtech or other applicable health care experience.
* Strong working knowledge of U.S. federal health care policy and experience working with Congress, HHS, CMS, FDA and other federal healthcare stakeholders
* Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external groups, advocate for a broad spectrum of issues to relevant government and third-party stakeholders and negotiate mutually agreeable solutions with a wide variety of interest groups.
* Strong management skills and leadership capability with the ability to set a clear vision and lead cohesive and productive teams.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact.
* Exceptional strategic thinking and political acumen. Strong bipartisan relationship-building skills.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Occasional travel may be required.
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: $238,000 - $397,000 for Washington D.C. location
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 and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance
$238k-397k yearly 51d ago
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Clinic Administrative Assistant
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Washington, DC
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Performing general office duties incorporating a variety of basic and routine clerical and secretarial duties in a clinical environment.
Be the "face" of one of our outpatient or hospital facilities-and use your administrative skills to impact the lives of our patients and their families. As a secretary/receptionist at Fresenius Kidney Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team, providing administrative support to maintain clinic operations and provide the best customer care for patients living with kidney disease.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under general supervision, follows established company policies and procedures and applies acquired job skills to:
Patient Engagement and Front Desk - Responsibilities may include the following based on location and business need:
Answering telephone & routing calls to the appropriate person
Professionally greet all patients and guests.
Maintain a professional environment at all times. Monitors the reception and waiting areas.
Distributing incoming mail.
Obtain necessary signatures to ensure the efficient processing of admissions data in accordance with FMCNA policies and procedures.
Ensure all aspects of patient confidentiality are maintained at all times
Scheduling and Registration - Responsibilities may include the following based on location and business need:
Maintains accurate records of hospitalization, patient travel, etc. to facilitate coordination of patient scheduling, ancillary testing, etc.
Prepares medical records for facsimile or mail related to travel, transplant, disability and others.
Organizes travel for patients by contacting and providing requested medical records.
Coordinates with transient patient paperwork.
Coordinates transfer placements and confirmations along with Clinical Manager.
Confirms admissions paperwork is completed and sent to designated department(s), such as billing, by collecting, faxing and scanning.
Assist with medical appointment referrals and scheduling.
Assist with transportation coordination and referrals.
Ensures data entry has been completed for Crown Web. Related to ESRD 2728. ESRD 2746 and PART.
Monthly insurance card scanning
Administrative and Additional Responsibilities - Responsibilities may include the following based on location and business need:
Setting up and maintaining filing systems and basic databases as applicable.
Completing forms and reports as required by the various company offices and outside vendors and agencies.
Preparing purchase orders using the appropriate software application.
Assisting with department/facility accounts receivable and accounts payable functions and responsibilities as needed.
Maintaining inventory of the necessary office supplies
Assists in auditing records for ongoing compliance with medical records standards (H&Ps, monthly physician progress notes, care plans, etc).
Assists in the collection of Patient Demographic Information and Continuous Quality Improvement Data.
Assemble, file and maintain patient medical records
Print patient schedule and pull patient charts daily.
Arrange for package pickup and delivery.
Assists with month-end reporting requirements.
Participate in collaboration sessions such as center/team huddles and staff meetings.
Attend education and training sessions as appropriate and apply key learnings.
SKILLS:
Knowledge of office procedures required.
Proficient in Microsoft office applications
Ability to adapt to supporting software applications.
Professional attitude and appearance
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
Strong organizational skills
Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
Customer service attitude
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and possible interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position may require travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. The work environment may be characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
SUPERVISION:
None
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED required
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
Minimum 6 months relevant experience without a degree.
1-2 years related experience preferred.
Experience working knowledge of computers with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint preferred. Good verbal communication skills.
Pleasant telephone manner.
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.
Hourly Rate: $16.00 - $24.00
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.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$16-24 hourly Auto-Apply 1d ago
Master Social Worker - MSW
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC job in Baltimore, MD
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Provides psychosocial services to patients treated by the facility including in-center and home dialysis patients (if applicable) utilizing Social Work Theory of Human Behavior and accepted methods of social work practice. Works with the health care team to promote positive adjustment, rehabilitation and improved quality of life for our patients. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, informs, educates and supports staff in understanding the emotional, psychological and behavioral impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on the patient and family to ensure comprehensive quality care of our patients. Supports the Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC) commitment to the Quality Indicators and Outcomes and Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and quality of life and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FKC Quality Goals. This is an entry level MSW role.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Assessment / Care Planning / Counseling
As a member of the interdisciplinary team, assesses patients' psychosocial status, strengths and areas of need that may affect rehabilitation and optimal treatment outcomes as part of the comprehensive patient assessment.
Participates in care planning in collaboration with the patient and healthcare team to identify effective interventions that will help the patient meet rehabilitation, treatment goals, and improve quality of life.
Utilizes FKC patient education programs, established social work theory and methods, social work focused interventions, and quality of life measurement instruments as part of assessment and care planning to address barriers and meet patient treatment goals.
Provides monitoring and interventions for the patient to adjust to dialysis and achieve optimal psychosocial status and quality of life.
Provides supportive counseling services to patients as permitted within the scope of their clinical training and state license.
Provides educational and goal directed counseling to patients who are seeking transplant.
Provides information and assists the team and patient with referral to community resources (home health services, vocational rehabilitation, etc.) to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.
Maintains current knowledge regarding local vocational/educational rehabilitation programs and assist patients with referral and access to vocational rehabilitation to enable them to remain employed, become employed or receive education.
Assesses patient awareness of advance directives; assists with accessing advance directive forms/information and facilitates discussion of advance directive wishes, if necessary, with the healthcare team and the patient's family/support persons.
In collaboration with the physician and nurse, participates in the discussion of patient DNR status in the facility to ensure patient and/or family understand and make an informed decision about their care.
Knowledgeable of and adheres to FMCNA Social Work Policy and Measuring Patient Physical and Mental Function Policy, including documentation.
Documents based on MSW interaction and interventions provided to patient and/or family.
Quality
Provides psychosocial support and/or Social Work Focused Interventions to address non-adherence, quality outcome, and quality of life concerns for all patients based on acuity level.
Participates in monthly Quality review meetings with the interdisciplinary team. Reports on quality indicators related to adherence, such as Missed and Shortened Treatments, Quality of Life Trends, and Service Recovery.
Patient Education
Assesses patient knowledge of kidney disease for barriers that may affect adherence to treatment. Works with patient, family and health care team to provide education tailored to the patient's learning style, communication barriers, and needs.
With other members of the interdisciplinary team, provides appropriate information about all treatment modalities.
Facilitates the transplant referral process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team on transplant waitlist management.
Provides ongoing education to patient/family regarding psychosocial issues related to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and all support services that are available.
Reviews patient rights and responsibilities, grievance information (company and network) and other facilities policies with patient and/or the patients' representative to ensure patients' understanding of the rights and expectations of them.
Collaborates with the team on appropriate QAI activities.
Patient Admission and Continuity of Care
Reviews Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Grievance Procedure & Important Numbers Handout, FKC Non-discrimination policy, DNR Statement (if applicable) and address any immediate needs/concerns.
Understands the referral and admission process and supports the clinic in regard to the patient needs for scheduling to maximize adherence and adjustment.
The Social Worker will interview the patient to identify root causes or concerns for the discharge request, (i.e. transfer to hospice, relocation, dissatisfaction with services or staff) and share causes/concerns with operational leadership.
Insurance and Financial Assistance
Collaborates and functions as a liaison for patient with Insurance Coordinators to address issues related to insurance.
In collaboration with Insurance Coordinators, provides information and education to patients about payment to dialysis (federal, state, commercial insurance, state renal programs, AKF HIPP, and entitlement programs).
Collaborates with the Insurance Coordinator of any changes to patient state that impacts insurance i.e. transplantation, discharged, loss of coverage, or extended travel.
Refers patients to patient billing solutions (PBS) department for questions/concerns in regard to treatment related bills
Staff Related
Assists with interview process and decision to hire new personnel if requested by SW Manager/Senior Manager.
Works with the administrative support staff to maintain updated patient resource lists (e.g. maintain updated list of transportation resources).
Provides training to staff pertaining to psychosocial topics as needed.
Contributes and participates with weekly team huddles. Discusses any urgent patient issues with staff.
Adheres to work defined caseload guidelines based on state regulatory requirements.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Travel required (if multiple facilities or home visits, if applicable)
SUPERVISION:
None
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:
Masters in Social Work
Must have state required license
Meets the applicable scope of practice board and licensure requirements in effect in the State in which they are employed
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
0 - 2 years' related experience
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: $57,000-91,000
Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
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.
Bonus Eligible Positions - include language below.
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 and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.”
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$57k-91k yearly Auto-Apply 14d ago
Registered Dietitian
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC job in Baltimore, MD
About this role: As a Dietitian with Fresenius Medical Care, you will be a valuable member of the interdisciplinary team and a part of a close-knit, collaborative team responsible for delivering unique nutritional care to patients facing end stage renal disease. Our RDs build strong bonds and lasting relationships with patients, their families, and all team members.
How you grow or advance: We offer a Core Curriculum program, which includes CEUs, specifically for dietitians on all the topics of renal nutrition therapy. Our orientation and training program is designed to develop experts in the field of renal nutrition, allowing you to work at the top of your license.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing financial support when personal hardship hits, we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Assesses patient's knowledge and provides education regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process.
Provides education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process.
Completes nutritional assessment and works with the interdisciplinary team to develop an individualized comprehensive plan of care for patients.
Maintains complete and accurate medical records including progress notes.
Provides ongoing assessment and counseling necessary to assist patient in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status.
Identifies malnourished or at-risk patients and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions, resources, or solutions.
Monitors, adjusts, and documents response to nutrition therapy and addresses any issues impacting the patient's ability to achieve the goals.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on Urea Kinetic Modeling recommendations to achieve the physician's prescription of Kt/V.
Reports on nutrition QAI results and participates in the interdisciplinary QAI program.
Reviews nutrition related lab results:
Counsels patient and/or caregiver and formulates appropriate action.
Recommends treatment changes to the interdisciplinary team as appropriate.
Identifies candidates to refer to physician for nutritional supplements.
Communicates with physician and/or facility staff as appropriate.
Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education hours as specified by American Dietetic Association and state licensure regulations where applicable.
EDUCATION:
Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged.
Current state licensure if applicable.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
1+ year experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
Previous renal experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
"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.
Annual Rate: $64000 - $107000
Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
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.
Bonus Eligible Positions - include language below.
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 and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance."
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$64k-107k yearly Auto-Apply 14d ago
Kidney Solutions Sales Consultant
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Washington, DC
PURPOSE AND SCOPE
This role is responsible for driving sales performance, clinical support, and overall customer service within an assigned territory. The position manages all new and existing dialysis accounts, identifies and closes new business opportunities, and delivers comprehensive solutions across the full product portfolio for both In Center and Home. The role builds and maintains strong customer relationships, leads territory-level collaboration with internal partners, and ensures accurate use of sales tools, forecasting, and contract management.
Job Responsibilities
Own all accounts in assigned territory, new and existing account relationships, and represent the entire product portfolio (In Center and Home).
Identify and close new opportunities by developing appropriate solutions and delivering implementation support across all customer types
Manage and nurture account relationships to drive expansion and renewals, secure wallet share and demonstrate problem solving to customers as needs arise. Engages in regular face to face customer call activity.
Leads collaboration and coordination with all supporting roles to handle customer needs and expectations
Uses FME sales tools daily to effectively manage prospects, existing accounts, opportunities, pipeline and forecast in an accurate and timely manner. Maintains timely management of customer contracts.
Core Competencies
Selling Agility: Managing pipeline, identifying and qualifying opportunities, selling creatively and closing business. Accurately forecasts using CRM on regular basis.
Know The Customer: understanding markets and customer buying process, uncovering customer needs by active listening , articulating value according to persona and account type
Self-Leadership: building and maintaining long-term relationships, demonstrating bias for action, prioritizing daily activities like CRM maintenance and expense accounts to maximize results
Technical Knowledge: recommend total solutions to fit customer needs and understand competitive environment to drive results
Expertise Areas
Selling motions, qualification, negotiation, closing business
Maintains and grows relationships
Collaborating to establish value proposition
Prospecting within territory
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to physically cover and maintain regular face-to-face contact with customers over a large geographic area.
Extensive travel by automobile/train/airplane is often necessary to cover assigned territory which includes overnight stays.
Contact with customers by phone alone is not adequate. Occasional weekend work is necessary to support trade show events.
Lifting requirements involve setting up portable booths, occasional lifting up to 50lbs, and transporting medical equipment and supplies for purposes of in-servicing customers.
Must reside within assigned territory.
SUPERVISION
None
EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree desirable
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS
2-5 years' related medical sales experience; or a master's degree with 3 years' experience; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent directly related work experience.
Experience and proven success with consultative selling; approach and methodology
Demonstrates effective presentation skills, professional and executive presence, and effectively establishes credibility with any audience.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written; demonstrates ability to deliver timely and useful multi-mode communications to both internal and external customers.
Must have basic computer skills including but not necessarily limited to, Word, Excel, Power Point.
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.
Annual Base Salary Rate: $90,000 - $110,000
In addition to the base salary, this position includes a commission plan and car allowance.
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.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$90k-110k yearly Auto-Apply 43d ago
Patent Care Technician - PCT
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC job in Baltimore, MD
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy.
Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.
Staff Related
Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
Education/Communication:
Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices
Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
RECORD KEEPING:
Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
INFECTION CONTROL:
Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.
TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:
Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.
Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice.
Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
accommodations can be made.
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist” devices for the heavier items.
EDUCATION AND LICENSES:
High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.
Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.
Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
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.
Hourly Rate: $16.00 - $25.00
Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
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.
Bonus Eligible Positions - include language below.
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 and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$16-25 hourly Auto-Apply 17d ago
Dialysis Clinical Manager Registered Nurse - RN
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Towson, MD
About this role: As a Clinical Manager with Fresenius Medical Care, you will ensure that quality patient care is delivered while maintaining clinical operations. As the facility leader, you will be part of a close-knit, collaborative team responsible for delivering unique care plans and providing dialysis treatment to patients facing end stage renal disease or chronic kidney disease.
Training and advancement: You will enter our Clinical Leadership Program that creates and supports a culture of continuous learning for our managers. The curriculum will cover onboarding, essential functions, leading your business, and advanced leadership. As a Clinical Manager, you may advance your career into an Area Team Lead or Director of Operations role.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing financial support when personal hardship hits, we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
CLINIC OPERATIONS:
Manages the operations of the clinic, including costs, processes, staffing, and quality standards.
Provides leadership, coaching, and development plans for all direct reports.
Partners with internal Human Resources, Quality, and Technical Services departments.
Collaborates with or functions as the Home Therapies Program Manager to oversee the facility's Home Therapies Program.
Maintains integrity of medical and operations records and complies with all data collections and auditing activities.
Accountable for completion of the Annual Standing Order Review and Internal Classification of Disease (ICD) coding.
Manages clinic financials including efficient utilization of supplies or equipment and regular profits and loss review.
Responsible for all required network reporting and on-site state or federal surveys.
PATIENT CARE:
Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge of the patient.
Ensure education of the patient regarding quality measures, transplant options, modality awareness, and access care.
Acts as a resource for the patient and family to address concerns and questions.
Accountable for timely completion of patient care assessments and care plans.
Manages timely patient schedules to ensure facility efficiency and develops action plans for missed treatments.
Plans, coordinates, and validates patient eligibility for treatment.
Reports changes in patient status regarding any clinical, insurance, or travel and transportation issues.
STAFF:
Participates in the selection and hiring of new team members and ensures completion of new hiring orientation and mandatory trainings.
Responsible for all patient care employees completing appropriate training courses and that licensures/certifications are current.
Provides support for all clinical staff members at regular intervals and encourages professional growth.
Maintains current knowledge regarding company benefits, policies, procedures, and processes.
Completes employee evaluations and establishes annual goals.
Documents any disciplinary actions and confers with the clinic Director of Operations and Human Resources when needed.
Manages staff scheduling and payroll.
PHYSICIANS:
Facilitates the application process for physician privileges and compliance with Fresenius Medical Care Medical Staff By-Laws.
Responsible for strong physician relationships and ensures regular and effective communication.
Participates in Governing Body, an interdisciplinary team for each region including MSWs, Dietitians, MDs, DOs etc. that governs policies.
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:
Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (RN).
Current appropriate state licensure.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Required:
6+ years business operations experience in a healthcare facility.
12 months experience in clinical nursing.
6 months chronic or acute dialysis nursing experience.
Successfully pass the Ishihara Color Blind Test.
Preferred but not required:
3+ years supervisory or project/program management experience.
Med/surg or ICU/CCU experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians
Position may require travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community and/or travel to regional, business unit, and corporate meetings may be required.
The work environment is characteristic of a healthcare facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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.
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: $XX - $XX
Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
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.
Bonus Eligible Positions - include language below.
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 and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$46k-95k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Regional Float Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Washington, DC
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 2 may be an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) for new employees who meet the RN CAP 2 criteria or attained through advancement from RN CAP 1. 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:
All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state, and federal regulations.
Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.
Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
Directs and provides, 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.
Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
Serves as a resource, leader, coach, mentor and role model for new and incumbent employees by setting examples of appropriate behavior, work habits and attitudes towards patients, co-workers, supervisors and the company at the facility, and area level.
Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
Identifies expected outcomes, documents, and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
Participates in education and quality improvement projects at the facility and area level as directed by Supervisor.
May serve as a Preceptor to new employees.
Required to complete CAP requirements to maintain or advance.
Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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.
This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.
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.
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
Day to day work includes desk work, computer work and interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.
The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.
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//LVN/LPNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:
Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.
Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.
EDUCATION and LICENSURE:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current appropriate state licensure.
Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification
Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
Entry level for RNs with minimum of 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience
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.
Hourly Rate: $35.00 - $59.00
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.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$35-59 hourly Auto-Apply 11d ago
Master Social Worker - MSW
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Hyattsville, MD
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Provides psychosocial services to patients treated by the facility including in-center and home dialysis patients (if applicable) utilizing Social Work Theory of Human Behavior and accepted methods of social work practice. Works with the health care team to promote positive adjustment, rehabilitation and improved quality of life for our patients. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, informs, educates and supports staff in understanding the emotional, psychological and behavioral impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on the patient and family to ensure comprehensive quality care of our patients. Supports the Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC) commitment to the Quality Indicators and Outcomes and Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and quality of life and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FKC Quality Goals. This is an entry level MSW role.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Assessment / Care Planning / Counseling
As a member of the interdisciplinary team, assesses patients' psychosocial status, strengths and areas of need that may affect rehabilitation and optimal treatment outcomes as part of the comprehensive patient assessment.
Participates in care planning in collaboration with the patient and healthcare team to identify effective interventions that will help the patient meet rehabilitation, treatment goals, and improve quality of life.
Utilizes FKC patient education programs, established social work theory and methods, social work focused interventions, and quality of life measurement instruments as part of assessment and care planning to address barriers and meet patient treatment goals.
Provides monitoring and interventions for the patient to adjust to dialysis and achieve optimal psychosocial status and quality of life.
Provides supportive counseling services to patients as permitted within the scope of their clinical training and state license.
Provides educational and goal directed counseling to patients who are seeking transplant.
Provides information and assists the team and patient with referral to community resources (home health services, vocational rehabilitation, etc.) to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.
Maintains current knowledge regarding local vocational/educational rehabilitation programs and assist patients with referral and access to vocational rehabilitation to enable them to remain employed, become employed or receive education.
Assesses patient awareness of advance directives; assists with accessing advance directive forms/information and facilitates discussion of advance directive wishes, if necessary, with the healthcare team and the patient's family/support persons.
In collaboration with the physician and nurse, participates in the discussion of patient DNR status in the facility to ensure patient and/or family understand and make an informed decision about their care.
Knowledgeable of and adheres to FMCNA Social Work Policy and Measuring Patient Physical and Mental Function Policy, including documentation.
Documents based on MSW interaction and interventions provided to patient and/or family.
Quality
Provides psychosocial support and/or Social Work Focused Interventions to address non-adherence, quality outcome, and quality of life concerns for all patients based on acuity level.
Participates in monthly Quality review meetings with the interdisciplinary team. Reports on quality indicators related to adherence, such as Missed and Shortened Treatments, Quality of Life Trends, and Service Recovery.
Patient Education
Assesses patient knowledge of kidney disease for barriers that may affect adherence to treatment. Works with patient, family and health care team to provide education tailored to the patient's learning style, communication barriers, and needs.
With other members of the interdisciplinary team, provides appropriate information about all treatment modalities.
Facilitates the transplant referral process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team on transplant waitlist management.
Provides ongoing education to patient/family regarding psychosocial issues related to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and all support services that are available.
Reviews patient rights and responsibilities, grievance information (company and network) and other facilities policies with patient and/or the patients' representative to ensure patients' understanding of the rights and expectations of them.
Collaborates with the team on appropriate QAI activities.
Patient Admission and Continuity of Care
Reviews Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Grievance Procedure & Important Numbers Handout, FKC Non-discrimination policy, DNR Statement (if applicable) and address any immediate needs/concerns.
Understands the referral and admission process and supports the clinic in regard to the patient needs for scheduling to maximize adherence and adjustment.
The Social Worker will interview the patient to identify root causes or concerns for the discharge request, (i.e. transfer to hospice, relocation, dissatisfaction with services or staff) and share causes/concerns with operational leadership.
Insurance and Financial Assistance
Collaborates and functions as a liaison for patient with Insurance Coordinators to address issues related to insurance.
In collaboration with Insurance Coordinators, provides information and education to patients about payment to dialysis (federal, state, commercial insurance, state renal programs, AKF HIPP, and entitlement programs).
Collaborates with the Insurance Coordinator of any changes to patient state that impacts insurance i.e. transplantation, discharged, loss of coverage, or extended travel.
Refers patients to patient billing solutions (PBS) department for questions/concerns in regard to treatment related bills
Staff Related
Assists with interview process and decision to hire new personnel if requested by SW Manager/Senior Manager.
Works with the administrative support staff to maintain updated patient resource lists (e.g. maintain updated list of transportation resources).
Provides training to staff pertaining to psychosocial topics as needed.
Contributes and participates with weekly team huddles. Discusses any urgent patient issues with staff.
Adheres to work defined caseload guidelines based on state regulatory requirements.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Travel required (if multiple facilities or home visits, if applicable)
SUPERVISION:
None
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:
Masters in Social Work
Must have state required license
Meets the applicable scope of practice board and licensure requirements in effect in the State in which they are employed
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
0 - 2 years' related experience
"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.
Annual Rate: $55000 - $88000
Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
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.
Bonus Eligible Positions - include language below.
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 and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance."
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$55k-88k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Registered Dietitian
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Essex, MD
About this role: As a Dietitian with Fresenius Medical Care, you will be a valuable member of the interdisciplinary team and a part of a close-knit, collaborative team responsible for delivering unique nutritional care to patients facing end stage renal disease. Our RDs build strong bonds and lasting relationships with patients, their families, and all team members.
How you grow or advance: We offer a Core Curriculum program, which includes CEUs, specifically for dietitians on all the topics of renal nutrition therapy. Our orientation and training program is designed to develop experts in the field of renal nutrition, allowing you to work at the top of your license.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing financial support when personal hardship hits, we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Assesses patient's knowledge and provides education regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process.
Provides education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process.
Completes nutritional assessment and works with the interdisciplinary team to develop an individualized comprehensive plan of care for patients.
Maintains complete and accurate medical records including progress notes.
Provides ongoing assessment and counseling necessary to assist patient in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status.
Identifies malnourished or at-risk patients and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions, resources, or solutions.
Monitors, adjusts, and documents response to nutrition therapy and addresses any issues impacting the patient's ability to achieve the goals.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on Urea Kinetic Modeling recommendations to achieve the physician's prescription of Kt/V.
Reports on nutrition QAI results and participates in the interdisciplinary QAI program.
Reviews nutrition related lab results:
Counsels patient and/or caregiver and formulates appropriate action.
Recommends treatment changes to the interdisciplinary team as appropriate.
Identifies candidates to refer to physician for nutritional supplements.
Communicates with physician and/or facility staff as appropriate.
Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education hours as specified by American Dietetic Association and state licensure regulations where applicable.
EDUCATION:
Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged.
Current state licensure if applicable.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
1+ year experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
Previous renal experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
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.
Annual Rate: $65,000.00 - $109,000.00
Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
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.
Bonus Eligible Positions - include language below.
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 and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$65k-109k yearly Auto-Apply 35d ago
Patient Care Technician - Dialysis - PCT
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC job in Lanham, MD
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy.
Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.
Staff Related
Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
Education/Communication:
Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices
Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
RECORD KEEPING:
Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
INFECTION CONTROL:
Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.
TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:
Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.
Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice.
Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
accommodations can be made.
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist” devices for the heavier items.
EDUCATION AND LICENSES:
High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.
Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.
Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
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.
Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $29.00
Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
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.
Bonus Eligible Positions - include language below.
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 and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.
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.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$18-29 hourly Auto-Apply 15d ago
Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN - Dialysis
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Washington, DC
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 2 may be an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) for new employees who meet the RN CAP 2 criteria or attained through advancement from RN CAP 1. 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:
All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state, and federal regulations.
* Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
* Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.
* Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
* Directs and provides, 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.
* Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
* Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
* Serves as a resource, leader, coach, mentor and role model for new and incumbent employees by setting examples of appropriate behavior, work habits and attitudes towards patients, co-workers, supervisors and the company at the facility, and area level.
* Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
* Identifies expected outcomes, documents, and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
* Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
* Participates in education and quality improvement projects at the facility and area level as directed by Supervisor.
* May serve as a Preceptor to new employees.
* Required to complete CAP requirements to maintain or advance.
* Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* 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.
* This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.
* 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.
* The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
* May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
* Day to day work includes desk work, computer work and interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.
* The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.
* 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//LVN/LPNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:
* Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.
* Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.
EDUCATION and LICENSURE:
* Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
* Current appropriate state licensure.
* Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification
* Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
* Entry level for RNs with minimum of 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience
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.
Hourly Rate: $35.00 - $59.00
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.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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* 2 years of dialysis experience required
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC job in Washington, DC
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.
Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.
Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
Participate in patient care plan meetings.
Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in- services.
Train and orient staff as necessary.
Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter.
With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
Supervise all documentation of patient information.
Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans.
Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication.
Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility
Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator
Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff
Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.
Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.
Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
SUPERVISION:
Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.
EDUCATION:
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)
Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.
Medical/surgical nursing preferred.
Supervisory or management experience preferred.
Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.
Good communication skills - verbal and written.
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.
Annual Rate: $90000 - $150000
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.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$90k-150k yearly Auto-Apply 15d ago
Registered Dietitian
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Washington, DC
About this role: As a Dietitian with Fresenius Medical Care, you will be a valuable member of the interdisciplinary team and a part of a close-knit, collaborative team responsible for delivering unique nutritional care to patients facing end stage renal disease. Our RDs build strong bonds and lasting relationships with patients, their families, and all team members.
How you grow or advance: We offer a Core Curriculum program, which includes CEUs, specifically for dietitians on all the topics of renal nutrition therapy. Our orientation and training program is designed to develop experts in the field of renal nutrition, allowing you to work at the top of your license.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing financial support when personal hardship hits, we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
* Assesses patient's knowledge and provides education regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process.
* Provides education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process.
* Completes nutritional assessment and works with the interdisciplinary team to develop an individualized comprehensive plan of care for patients.
* Maintains complete and accurate medical records including progress notes.
* Provides ongoing assessment and counseling necessary to assist patient in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status.
* Identifies malnourished or at-risk patients and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions, resources, or solutions.
* Monitors, adjusts, and documents response to nutrition therapy and addresses any issues impacting the patient's ability to achieve the goals.
* Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on Urea Kinetic Modeling recommendations to achieve the physician's prescription of Kt/V.
* Reports on nutrition QAI results and participates in the interdisciplinary QAI program.
* Reviews nutrition related lab results:
* Counsels patient and/or caregiver and formulates appropriate action.
* Recommends treatment changes to the interdisciplinary team as appropriate.
* Identifies candidates to refer to physician for nutritional supplements.
* Communicates with physician and/or facility staff as appropriate.
* Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education hours as specified by American Dietetic Association and state licensure regulations where applicable.
EDUCATION:
* Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration.
* Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged.
* Current state licensure if applicable.
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EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
* 1+ year experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
* Previous renal experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
* The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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* Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
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* The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
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.
Annual Rate: $70,000.00 - $117,000.00
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.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
$70k-117k yearly 60d+ ago
Home Therapy PCT
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care Windsor, LLC job in Clinton, MD
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Entry level position working in the home therapies setting under the oversight of the HTRN to assist in coordinating patient appointments and ensuring an outstanding patient experience. Will serve as the point of contact as it relates to the patient's appointment from check in to departure including supporting the Patient Care Teams' needs.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists with administrative duties related to the patient's appointment
Greets new and existing patients and notifies Patient Care Team of their arrival.
Schedules appointments and places appointment reminder calls; including scheduling appointments for access placement and removal.
Answers home therapy program calls and follows up on voice mails with the applicable care team member.
Coordinates transportation assistance as needed.
Prepares room/ space for patient arrival: Ensuring space is clean and meets FMCNA Infection Control standards.
Places supply orders and follows up on any patient related orders with customer service, as needed.
Prepares needed items for each patient including education materials and lab supplies. Tracks extension set changes, vaccine due dates and hospitalizations.
Tracks transplant referral and any follow up needed.
Ensures patients' records are available for review.
Assists with other administrative duties as assigned.
Assists HT RN with the following during patient appointments:
Assists patients as needed to and from the waiting area.
Obtains height, weight and vital signs.
Performs venipunctures for laboratory testing ONLY.
Processes laboratory samples.
Follows up on referrals and additional appointments needed from patient appointment.
Documents patient information as applicable.
Responsible for record and supply room maintenance including but not limited to the following:
Files and uploads records.
Stores documents.
Tracks transfer set changes, Kt/Vs, CIA, POC home visits, vaccines, hospitalizations, infections and monthly education.
Tracks MD and employee certifications, licensures and annual skills.
Medical record retention checklist.
Transplantation-lab collecting and tracking.
Checks for expired medications, lab tubes and supplies.
Counting and ordering nonprescription supplies.
Assists in ordering supplies including medication
In addition:
Reviews and complies with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Keeps assigned areas cleaned and stocked for future patient appointments.
Assures confidentiality of patient information and medical records.
Participates as part of Care Team Hub in addition to other assigned duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.
This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of being in front of a computer as well as phone work.
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
Maybe exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.
The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist” devices for the heavier items
May be required to travel to assist in other local Home facilities in the region.
SUPERVISION:
None
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:
High School Diploma or G.E.D required
CPR certified
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
0 to 6 months experience preferred
Entry level position with strong interest in working in a health care setting.
Prior experience in a physician office or hospital preferred.
Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written.
Proficient in MS Office Suite preferred.
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.
Hourly Rate: $17 - $27
Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
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.
Bonus Eligible Positions - include language below.
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 and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$17-27 hourly Auto-Apply 16d ago
Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN - Dialysis
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Washington, DC
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 2 may be an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) for new employees who meet the RN CAP 2 criteria or attained through advancement from RN CAP 1. 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:
All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state, and federal regulations.
* Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
* Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.
* Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
* Directs and provides, 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.
* Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
* Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
* Serves as a resource, leader, coach, mentor and role model for new and incumbent employees by setting examples of appropriate behavior, work habits and attitudes towards patients, co-workers, supervisors and the company at the facility, and area level.
* Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
* Identifies expected outcomes, documents, and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
* Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
* Participates in education and quality improvement projects at the facility and area level as directed by Supervisor.
* May serve as a Preceptor to new employees.
* Required to complete CAP requirements to maintain or advance.
* Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* 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.
* This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.
* 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.
* The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
* May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
* Day to day work includes desk work, computer work and interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.
* The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.
* 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//LVN/LPNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:
* Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.
* Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.
EDUCATION and LICENSURE:
* Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
* Current appropriate state licensure.
* Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification
* Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
* Entry level for RNs with minimum of 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience
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.
Hourly Rate: $35.00 - $59.00
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.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Float Registered Nurse role
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.
* Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.
* Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
* Participate in patient care plan meetings.
* Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in- services.
* Train and orient staff as necessary.
* Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
* Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
* Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter.
* With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
* Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
* Supervise all documentation of patient information.
* Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
* Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
* Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
* Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
* Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
* Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
* Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
* Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
* Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
* Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans.
* Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
* Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication.
* Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
* Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
* Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
* Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility
* Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator
* Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff
* Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
* Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.
Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
* The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.
* The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
* Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.
* Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
SUPERVISION:
* Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.
EDUCATION:
* Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)
* Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
* Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.
* Medical/surgical nursing preferred.
* Supervisory or management experience preferred.
* Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.
* Good communication skills - verbal and written.
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.
Annual Rate: $90000 - $150000
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.
$90k-150k yearly 14d ago
Registered Dietitian
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Washington, DC
About this role: As a Dietitian with Fresenius Medical Care, you will be a valuable member of the interdisciplinary team and a part of a close-knit, collaborative team responsible for delivering unique nutritional care to patients facing end stage renal disease. Our RDs build strong bonds and lasting relationships with patients, their families, and all team members.
How you grow or advance: We offer a Core Curriculum program, which includes CEUs, specifically for dietitians on all the topics of renal nutrition therapy. Our orientation and training program is designed to develop experts in the field of renal nutrition, allowing you to work at the top of your license.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing financial support when personal hardship hits, we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Assesses patient's knowledge and provides education regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process.
Provides education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process.
Completes nutritional assessment and works with the interdisciplinary team to develop an individualized comprehensive plan of care for patients.
Maintains complete and accurate medical records including progress notes.
Provides ongoing assessment and counseling necessary to assist patient in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status.
Identifies malnourished or at-risk patients and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions, resources, or solutions.
Monitors, adjusts, and documents response to nutrition therapy and addresses any issues impacting the patient's ability to achieve the goals.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on Urea Kinetic Modeling recommendations to achieve the physician's prescription of Kt/V.
Reports on nutrition QAI results and participates in the interdisciplinary QAI program.
Reviews nutrition related lab results:
Counsels patient and/or caregiver and formulates appropriate action.
Recommends treatment changes to the interdisciplinary team as appropriate.
Identifies candidates to refer to physician for nutritional supplements.
Communicates with physician and/or facility staff as appropriate.
Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education hours as specified by American Dietetic Association and state licensure regulations where applicable.
EDUCATION:
Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged.
Current state licensure if applicable.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
1+ year experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
Previous renal experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
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.
Annual Rate: $70,000.00 - $117,000.00
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.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
$70k-117k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician- PCT
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Clinton, MD
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
* Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
* Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
* Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
* Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
* Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
* Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
* Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
* Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
* Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.
Staff Related
* Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
Education/Communication:
* Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices
* Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
* Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
* Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
* Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
RECORD KEEPING:
* Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
* Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
* Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
* Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
* Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
* Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
* Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
INFECTION CONTROL:
* Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
* Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
* Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
* Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.
TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:
* Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
* Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
* Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
* Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.
* Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
* Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
* Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice.
* Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
* The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
accommodations can be made.
* Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
* The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
* The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
EDUCATION AND LICENSES:
* High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
* Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
* All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.
* Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
* Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.
* Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
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.
Hourly Rate: $17.00 - $27.00
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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.
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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 and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
$17-27 hourly 16d ago
Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN
Fresenius Medical Care 3.2
Fresenius Medical Care job in Mitchellville, MD
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:
All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations.
* Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
* Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.
* Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
* Directs and provides, 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.
* Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
* Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
* Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
* Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
* Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
* Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
* Required to complete CAP requirements to advance.
* Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* 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.
* This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.
* 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.
* The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
* May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
* Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.
* The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.
* 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:
* Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.
* Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.
* Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.
EDUCATION and LICENSURE:
* Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
* Current appropriate state licensure.
* Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
* Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
* Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred).
The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work 17perience, skills, and competencies.
Hourly Rate: $33 - $56
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.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
$33-56 hourly 25d ago
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