Staff Nurse jobs at Satellite Healthcare - 192 jobs

The RN Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing nursing services each shift and functions as a nursing supervisor. This position provides daily supervision of staff on duty during operational hours. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments. Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours. Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician. Assist physician during patient rounds and transcribe and implement physician orders timely. Assist with the implementation of anemia management and medication protocols as requested. Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements. Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations. May give direct patient care to the extent of performing efficient, safe dialysis, if allowed by state regulations. Responds to all emergencies in clinic. Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient. Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians. Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities. Assist in orientation of new staff as a preceptor or in assigning a preceptor. Acts as resource person and participates in implementing and evaluating dialysis services and assures that policies and procedures are updated. Assists Administrator in interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplinary actions of center staff Qualifications/Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: Current RN license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good standing. 12 months experience in providing nursing care, including 3 months of experience in providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis. CPR certification required within 90 days of hire. Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. Demonstrated ability to function in a leadership position and to perform in new and emergent situations with sound judgment. Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire. Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state. (See addendum for RN Charge Nurse.)

**PURPOSE AND SCOPE:** The registered professional nurse (CAP RN 1) position is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program for Registered Nurses. The CAP RN 1 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. As a member of the Kidney Disease health care team, the CAP RN 1 participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program operations. **PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care and applicable contractual service policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations. + Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Program Manager (PM) and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or an Inpatient Services CAP RN 2, 3, 4 or 5 for the first 6 months of employment. + Expected to complete requirements to advance to the next Inpatient CAP level, for which they qualify, within 24 months from date of hire. + Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, adjusts or modifies the treatment plan as indicated and notifies inpatient program manager, appropriately credentialed physician, patient's primary nurse and others as may be indicated. + Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to manager, appropriate physician, and acute primary nurse. + Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed. + Directs and provides safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality specific treatment procedures. + Initiates and coordinates communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate hospital personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care. + Administers medications as prescribed and in accordance with contractual agreement. + Ensures nephrology physician orders for assigned patients are received and entered in the Medical Record. + Enters all treatment data into the designated medical record thoroughly, accurately and in a timely manner. + Performs the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier. + Ensures familiarity with company, inpatient services program and contracted provider emergency policy to initiate and assist with emergency response measures. + Delegates appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. + Monitors patient care staff for appropriate techniques and adherence to FKC policy and procedures. + Promotes infection control, equipment and environmental safety. + Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. + Instructs hospital/facility staff on aspects of specialized care related to renal replacement and apheresis therapies. + Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to update the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients. + Initiates, documents, and completes ongoing QAI activities including monthly reports as directed by manager or designee. + Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. + Participates in all required staff meetings as scheduled. + May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis. + Supports and promotes the FMCNA's mission, vision, values, and customer service philosophy. + Performs all other duties as assigned by manager within state, federal and contractual standards. **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. + Areas of practice are diverse, including, but not limited to, the fields of hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, continuous renal replacement therapies, and apheresis. + 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 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. + May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. + Day to day work includes desk work, computer work and interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community and travel to regional meetings may be required. + Position requires participation in on-call rotation. (Night, Weekend or as defined by individual program needs). **SUPERVISION:** + Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs as a designated Nurse in charge, after the following: + Successful completion of all FKC education and modality specific training requirements for new employees **_plus_** + Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as an RN **_plus_** + 6 months experience in dialysis **EDUCATION:** + Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. + Current appropriate state licensure. + Must meet the practice requirements in all states in which he or she is employed. **EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:** + Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of nephrology nursing experience within the last two years or for RNs with a BSN and less than 1 year of nephrology nursing experience within the last two years. + Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred). + Minimum 6 months nephrology experience required before working independently without a qualified dialysis RN + 6 months dialysis experience required to be on-call. + Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience (preferred). + Successful completion of FKC Education and Training requirements for new employees. + Successful completion and maintenance of CPR BLS Certification. + Meet all conditions of employment including Ishihara's Color Blindness Test. + Successful completion of all annual required education/training/competencies. + Successful completion of on-going training and education as assigned or required **Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.** **EOE, disability/veterans**

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours. May assist with billing log preparation and updates. Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs of the clinic Obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis as required to complete physician orders. Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Knowledge of and comply with applicable health care professionals practice act requirements. Perform duties at all times under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations Maintain thorough, accurate, and appropriate documentation in the patient record of all treatments, activities, and communication with the patient, physician and other healthcare professionals to include progress reports. Report any significant information or change in patient condition to the Charge Nurse. Report machine problems to Biomedical Technician and Administrator. Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure. Assist with staff training as requested. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: Current LVN/LPN license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good standing. CPR certification required within 90 days of hire. Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. Previous dialysis experience preferred. Successful completion of USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency, within 8 weeks of hire. Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Must be able to organize time and tasks well. Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire. Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.

How you'll change lives As a Registered Nurse (RN) at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease. What you'll be doing Patient care. You'll work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders. Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios. Safety & Quality. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings. What we're looking for * Current nursing license in the applicable state. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * One or more years of current nursing experience preferred. * Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred. Preferred * One or more years of current nursing experience preferred. * Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred. Are you ready to make a difference? We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care! Are you with US? Apply today!

The Acute Registered Nurse provides acute dialysis care and treatment to patients within a hospital environment. This position performs duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse or Acute Manager, including assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians and Licensed Vocational Nurses. Acute nurses may report directly to an Acute Manager, Administrator or the first line of regional operational management which may be an Area Director, Regional Director, or Vice President of Operations, depending on the region/demographics. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. GROWTH · Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and rehospitalization. · Ensure patient and treatment charge information and other related data are accurate and submitted appropriately. · Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours. · May participate in inventory management, including end-of-month inventory reporting and adherence to company purchasing protocols. · Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs. OUTCOMES · Administer medications as ordered by the physician.. · Provide patient education and follow up as needed. · Assist with program's target goals in meeting quality metrics for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals. OPERATIONAL READINESS · Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements. · Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, hospital policy, applicable state and federal laws and regulations. · Complete water quality verification and equipment safety checks prior to each treatment, to include second verification as required. · Complete pre and post treatment physical assessments. · Complete pre and post Handoff Communication with hospital nurses. · Initiate and terminate patient treatments to include connecting and disconnecting catheters and cleaning catheter sites. · Set up dialysis machines; report machine problems to biomedical technician and/or Acute Manager as appropriate. · Clean, disinfect and provide quality control of dialysis machines as required by policy and procedures. · Participate in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as requested. · Use personal protective equipment as necessary. · Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures, as required by hospital. OPERATIONAL READINESS (cont.) · Demonstrate effective staffing based on acuity, skill mix and company guidelines. · Ensure provision of dialysis related services such as Hemodialysis, Peritoneal dialysis, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) and Plasmapheresis (TPE) if contracted to do so. · Participate in all surveys as required. · Ensure nursing care is carried out as directed and treatment is administered in accordance with physician orders. · Ensure appropriate and required information is documented in patient records. · Inform Supervisor, Medical Director or Physician and Hospital Liaison of all incidents, conditions, and concerns related to patient care, staff and patient safety, and in accordance with company policy. · Prepare and maintain dialysis machines and systems per policy: maintain dialysis records, prepare dialysis water treatment system for use according to established procedure and understand technical operations to troubleshoot problems independently. · Notify Bio-Medical Technician regarding machine or water treatment malfunctions, values out of parameters and document as required. PARTNERSHIPS · Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician. · Maintain collaborative working relationship with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other hospital healthcare professionals. · Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization. · Address patient concerns timely and professionally; following hospital policy. STAFF DEVELOPMENT/ RETENTION · Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend and complete all company and hospital required in-service and continuing education. · May delegate tasks to competent licensed and unlicensed staff per applicable state practice act. · Assist with staff training as requested. · Lead staff in team concepts and promote a team effort.

How you'll change lives As a Registered Nurse (RN) at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease. What you'll be doing Patient care. You'll work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders. Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios. Safety & Quality. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings. What we're looking for * Current nursing license in the applicable state. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * One or more years of current nursing experience preferred. * Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred. Preferred * One or more years of current nursing experience preferred. * Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred. Are you ready to make a difference? We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care! Are you with US? Apply today!

How you'll change lives As a Registered Nurse (RN) at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease. What you'll be doing Patient care. You'll work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders. Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios. Safety & Quality. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings. What we're looking for * Current nursing license in the applicable state. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * One or more years of current nursing experience preferred. * Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred. Preferred * One or more years of current nursing experience preferred. * Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred. Are you ready to make a difference? We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care! Are you with US? Apply today!

How you'll change lives As a Registered Nurse (RN) at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease. What you'll be doing Patient care. You'll work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders. Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios. Safety & Quality. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings. What we're looking for * Current nursing license in the applicable state. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * One or more years of current nursing experience preferred. * Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred. Preferred * One or more years of current nursing experience preferred. * Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred. Are you ready to make a difference? We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care! Are you with US? Apply today!

How you'll change lives As a Registered Nurse (RN) at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease. What you'll be doing Patient care. You'll work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders. Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios. Safety & Quality. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.

Sign-On Bonus up to $7,500 The RN Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing nursing services each shift and functions as a nursing supervisor. This position provides daily supervision of staff on duty during operational hours. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. * Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments. * Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours. * Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician. * Assist physician during patient rounds and transcribe and implement physician orders timely. * Assist with the implementation of anemia management and medication protocols as requested. * Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements. * Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations. * May give direct patient care to the extent of performing efficient, safe dialysis, if allowed by state regulations. * Responds to all emergencies in clinic. * Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient. * Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians. * Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities. * Assist in orientation of new staff as a preceptor or in assigning a preceptor. * Acts as resource person and participates in implementing and evaluating dialysis services and assures that policies and procedures are updated. * Assists Administrator in interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplinary actions of center staff Qualifications/Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: * Current RN license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good standing. * 12 months experience in providing nursing care, including 3 months of experience in providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis. * CPR certification required within 90 days of hire. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * Demonstrated ability to function in a leadership position and to perform in new and emergent situations with sound judgment. * Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing. * Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire. * Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state. (See addendum for RN Charge Nurse.)

How you'll change lives As a Registered Nurse (RN) at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease. What you'll be doing Patient care. You'll work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders. Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios. Safety & Quality. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings. What we're looking for * Current nursing license in the applicable state. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * One or more years of current nursing experience preferred. * Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred. Preferred * One or more years of current nursing experience preferred. * Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred. Are you ready to make a difference? We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care! Are you with US? Apply today!

USRC's greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization. * A Home Therapy nurse trains home hemo or peritoneal dialysis patients in-center and sometimes in the patient's home. * We Will Train - In-center hemodialysis, critical care, and home health are great backgrounds. * Work Schedule - Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm; Modified schedules are possible based on patient caseload at the facility. * Competitive on-call pay when placed in on-call rotation. * Holidays - Home Training Nurses rarely work on a holiday. * We lead the industry in clinical quality improvement, delivering amongst the best patient outcomes in the U.S. as measured by the CMS ESRD Quality Incentive Program. * We remain an industry leader in home dialysis with 17% of dialysis treatments delivered in our patients' homes. The Home Therapy Registered Nurse, as qualified by federal and state regulations, provides patient training and ongoing support for all patients choosing a home dialysis modality. This position is accountable for providing quality care to all patients and is committed to delivering superior customer service in all internal and external interactions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. * Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements as they pertain to home dialysis program and patient care requirements. * Train patient (and/or care partner) in the practice of self-care Peritoneal Dialysis or Hemodialysis upon meeting federal and state regulations governing Registered Nurse qualifications. * Conduct home visits to assess the patient's home environment per policy; initially and minimally annually thereafter. Routinely evaluate patient performance and assess the home environment more frequently as needed to improve care. * Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient. * Document all nursing services in the Electronic Medical Record including but not limited to training sessions, routine and non-routine in-person interactions, and phone conversations. Documentation should accurately reflect the patient status and nursing interventions and be written to ensure continuity of care. * Participate in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as requested. * Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures. Communicate and regularly review Emergency Preparedness procedures with all home patients, including but not limited to emergency disconnection from dialysis equipment, what to do and who to contact if displaced from home. * Ensure clinic and patient supply inventory and usage is appropriate for patient prescriptions and place orders in timely manner to avoid fees and penalties. * Continually seek to improve patient and quality outcomes through tracking and trending of program and patient performance, use of critical thinking skills and root cause analysis to improve patient and quality outcomes. Assist in obtaining data for the continuous quality improvement activities. * Obtain routine and non-routine laboratory tests as ordered and communicate critical lab values and urgent patient needs to the responsible physician or physician extender in a timely manner. * Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician. * Responsible for performing on call nursing services, nights and weekends, on a rotational basis as needed or assigned. * Flexible with staffing locations and hours to accommodate patient and USRC home program needs. * Regular and reliable attendance is required for the position. Home Hemodialysis Only: * Coordinate home evaluation with technical services department to ensure that the necessary electrical, plumbing and drainage requirements for proper equipment operation are met prior to patient acceptance into home program. * Ensure required and appropriate water sampling is complete per policy and product requirements. Monitor and report water sample and culture results. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: * Current RN license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good standing. * 12 months of clinical experience in providing nursing care and 3 months of experience in the specific modality for which the nurse will provide home dialysis training, except in states with a more stringent requirement such as Texas, which requires at least 6 months experience in the specific home modality. * Previous experience in providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis preferred. * CPR certification required prior to patient care assignment. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * Must successfully complete the Home Therapy Nurse Orientation program and maintain annual demonstration of skills and competency applicable for the modality assigned. * Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing. * Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire. * Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state. * Ability to meet minimum hiring standards which may include additional background clearances and orientation requirements if applicable to the program assigned to for employment. U.S. Renal Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran.

USRC's greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization. The Home Therapy Registered Nurse, as qualified by federal and state regulations, provides patient training and ongoing support for all patients choosing a home dialysis modality. This position is accountable for providing quality care to all patients and is committed to delivering superior customer service in all internal and external interactions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. * Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements as they pertain to home dialysis program and patient care requirements. * Train patient (and/or care partner) in the practice of self-care Peritoneal Dialysis or Hemodialysis upon meeting federal and state regulations governing Registered Nurse qualifications. * Conduct home visits to assess the patient's home environment per policy; initially and minimally annually thereafter. Routinely evaluate patient performance and assess the home environment more frequently as needed to improve care. * Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient. * Document all nursing services in the Electronic Medical Record including but not limited to training sessions, routine and non-routine in-person interactions, and phone conversations. Documentation should accurately reflect the patient status and nursing interventions and be written to ensure continuity of care. * Participate in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as requested. * Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures. Communicate and regularly review Emergency Preparedness procedures with all home patients, including but not limited to emergency disconnection from dialysis equipment, what to do and who to contact if displaced from home. * Ensure clinic and patient supply inventory and usage is appropriate for patient prescriptions and place orders in timely manner to avoid fees and penalties. * Continually seek to improve patient and quality outcomes through tracking and trending of program and patient performance, use of critical thinking skills and root cause analysis to improve patient and quality outcomes. Assist in obtaining data for the continuous quality improvement activities. * Obtain routine and non-routine laboratory tests as ordered and communicate critical lab values and urgent patient needs to the responsible physician or physician extender in a timely manner. * Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician. * Responsible for performing on call nursing services, nights and weekends, on a rotational basis as needed or assigned. * Flexible with staffing locations and hours to accommodate patient and USRC home program needs. * Regular and reliable attendance is required for the position. Home Hemodialysis Only: * Coordinate home evaluation with technical services department to ensure that the necessary electrical, plumbing and drainage requirements for proper equipment operation are met prior to patient acceptance into home program. * Ensure required and appropriate water sampling is complete per policy and product requirements. Monitor and report water sample and culture results. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: * Current RN license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good standing. * 12 months of clinical experience in providing nursing care and 3 months of experience in the specific modality for which the nurse will provide home dialysis training, except in states with a more stringent requirement such as Texas, which requires at least 6 months experience in the specific home modality. * Previous experience in providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis preferred. * CPR certification required prior to patient care assignment. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * Must successfully complete the Home Therapy Nurse Orientation program and maintain annual demonstration of skills and competency applicable for the modality assigned. * Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing. * Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire. * Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state. * Ability to meet minimum hiring standards which may include additional background clearances and orientation requirements if applicable to the program assigned to for employment. U.S. Renal Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran.

USRC's greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization. The Home Therapy Registered Nurse, as qualified by federal and state regulations, provides patient training and ongoing support for all patients choosing a home dialysis modality. This position is accountable for providing quality care to all patients and is committed to delivering superior customer service in all internal and external interactions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements as they pertain to home dialysis program and patient care requirements. Train patient (and/or care partner) in the practice of self-care Peritoneal Dialysis or Hemodialysis upon meeting federal and state regulations governing Registered Nurse qualifications. Conduct home visits to assess the patient's home environment per policy; initially and minimally annually thereafter. Routinely evaluate patient performance and assess the home environment more frequently as needed to improve care. Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient. Document all nursing services in the Electronic Medical Record including but not limited to training sessions, routine and non-routine in-person interactions, and phone conversations. Documentation should accurately reflect the patient status and nursing interventions and be written to ensure continuity of care. Participate in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as requested. Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures. Communicate and regularly review Emergency Preparedness procedures with all home patients, including but not limited to emergency disconnection from dialysis equipment, what to do and who to contact if displaced from home. Ensure clinic and patient supply inventory and usage is appropriate for patient prescriptions and place orders in timely manner to avoid fees and penalties. Continually seek to improve patient and quality outcomes through tracking and trending of program and patient performance, use of critical thinking skills and root cause analysis to improve patient and quality outcomes. Assist in obtaining data for the continuous quality improvement activities. Obtain routine and non-routine laboratory tests as ordered and communicate critical lab values and urgent patient needs to the responsible physician or physician extender in a timely manner. Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician. Responsible for performing on call nursing services, nights and weekends, on a rotational basis as needed or assigned. Flexible with staffing locations and hours to accommodate patient and USRC home program needs. Regular and reliable attendance is required for the position. Home Hemodialysis Only: Coordinate home evaluation with technical services department to ensure that the necessary electrical, plumbing and drainage requirements for proper equipment operation are met prior to patient acceptance into home program. Ensure required and appropriate water sampling is complete per policy and product requirements. Monitor and report water sample and culture results.

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: DO NOT CLICK THE APPLY Button on the right. in Anchorage We are seeking an energetic, dedicated person to fill a Registered Nurse position at our dialysis clinic in Anchorage, AK. The primary responsibilities of this position are: * Responsible for the direct and indirect nursing care provided for a primarily adult/geriatric ESRD patient population. * Utilizes nursing process to assess individual patient needs, determine and implement a plan of care, evaluate and revise plan according to changing patient care needs. * Initiates and provides on-going patient and family education and includes patient/family in care planning, using appropriate forms to document care provided. * Maintain communication with physicians, ancillary services, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for each patient. * Responsible for maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and delegating tasks appropriately. * Please note that this is not an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities of the position. Here is what we are seeking in our next RN: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing: A.D.N. or nursing diploma required. * Ability to license in the State of Alaska * Leadership ability and organizational skills. * Computer software knowledge. * Ability to communicate effectively. * Ability to understand and implement government standards. * Strong belief in quality patient care and maximizing clinical performance measures for each patient. * Commitment to principals of customer service for patients, staff and physicians Physical Job Requirements: * Frequent long periods of standing, bending, stooping, walking, sitting. * The ability to lift up to 30 lbs. * Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. What we can offer: * Competitive compensation plans. * Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid-time off and a 401k Retirement Plan with a company match * Relocation Assistance * Excellent work/life balance schedules * A chance to explore the great state of Alaska, especially if you love the outdoors Are you ready to make a difference? We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care! Are you with US(RC)? Apply today by clicking HERE

The RN Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing nursing services each shift and functions as a nursing supervisor. This position provides daily supervision of staff on duty during operational hours. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. * Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments. * Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours. * Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician. * Assist physician during patient rounds and transcribe and implement physician orders timely. * Assist with the implementation of anemia management and medication protocols as requested. * Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements. * Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations. * May give direct patient care to the extent of performing efficient, safe dialysis, if allowed by state regulations. * Responds to all emergencies in clinic. * Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient. * Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians. * Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities. * Assist in orientation of new staff as a preceptor or in assigning a preceptor. * Acts as resource person and participates in implementing and evaluating dialysis services and assures that policies and procedures are updated. * Assists Administrator in interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplinary actions of center staff Qualifications/Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: * Current RN license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good standing. * 12 months experience in providing nursing care, including 3 months of experience in providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis. * CPR certification required within 90 days of hire. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * Demonstrated ability to function in a leadership position and to perform in new and emergent situations with sound judgment. * Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing. * Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire. * Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state. (See addendum for RN Charge Nurse.)

The RN Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing nursing services each shift and functions as a nursing supervisor. This position provides daily supervision of staff on duty during operational hours. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. * Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments. * Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours. * Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician. * Assist physician during patient rounds and transcribe and implement physician orders timely. * Assist with the implementation of anemia management and medication protocols as requested. * Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements. * Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations. * May give direct patient care to the extent of performing efficient, safe dialysis, if allowed by state regulations. * Responds to all emergencies in clinic. * Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient. * Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians. * Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities. * Assist in orientation of new staff as a preceptor or in assigning a preceptor. * Acts as resource person and participates in implementing and evaluating dialysis services and assures that policies and procedures are updated. * Assists Administrator in interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplinary actions of center staff Qualifications/Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: * Current RN license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good standing. * 12 months experience in providing nursing care, including 3 months of experience in providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis. * CPR certification required within 90 days of hire. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * Demonstrated ability to function in a leadership position and to perform in new and emergent situations with sound judgment. * Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing. * Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire. * Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state. (See addendum for RN Charge Nurse.)

The RN Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing nursing services each shift and functions as a nursing supervisor. This position provides daily supervision of staff on duty during operational hours. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. * Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments. * Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours. * Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician. * Assist physician during patient rounds and transcribe and implement physician orders timely. * Assist with the implementation of anemia management and medication protocols as requested. * Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements. * Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations. * May give direct patient care to the extent of performing efficient, safe dialysis, if allowed by state regulations. * Responds to all emergencies in clinic. * Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient. * Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians. * Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities. * Assist in orientation of new staff as a preceptor or in assigning a preceptor. * Acts as resource person and participates in implementing and evaluating dialysis services and assures that policies and procedures are updated. * Assists Administrator in interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplinary actions of center staff Qualifications/Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: * Current RN license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good standing. * 12 months experience in providing nursing care, including 3 months of experience in providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis. * CPR certification required within 90 days of hire. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * Demonstrated ability to function in a leadership position and to perform in new and emergent situations with sound judgment. * Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing. * Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire. * Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state. (See addendum for RN Charge Nurse.)

The RN Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing nursing services each shift and functions as a nursing supervisor. This position provides daily supervision of staff on duty during operational hours. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. * Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments. * Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours. * Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician. * Assist physician during patient rounds and transcribe and implement physician orders timely. * Assist with the implementation of anemia management and medication protocols as requested. * Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements. * Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations. * May give direct patient care to the extent of performing efficient, safe dialysis, if allowed by state regulations. * Responds to all emergencies in clinic. * Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient. * Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians. * Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities. * Assist in orientation of new staff as a preceptor or in assigning a preceptor. * Acts as resource person and participates in implementing and evaluating dialysis services and assures that policies and procedures are updated. * Assists Administrator in interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplinary actions of center staff Qualifications/Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: * Current RN license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good standing. * 12 months experience in providing nursing care, including 3 months of experience in providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis. * CPR certification required within 90 days of hire. * Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors. * Demonstrated ability to function in a leadership position and to perform in new and emergent situations with sound judgment. * Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing. * Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire. * Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state. (See addendum for RN Charge Nurse.)