GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB
This position is responsible for the delivery of all nursing services for Chronic Kidney Disease patients under their care.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all inclusive:
- Performs direct patient care, determined by the area of practice including but not limited to taking:
Monitoring vital signs, physical assessment of patient o Transcribing physician orders
Drawing and documenting ordered laboratory work o Documenting treatment and observations
Administering medications according to physician orders o Providing dialysis therapy (HD/PD)
Providing vascular access (VA) care and assessment for HD o Assisting with VA center procedures
Providing appropriate information to the patient regarding their care
- Analyzes patient assessments, laboratory data and, when concerns are noted, brings issues to the attention of physician
- Communicates all emergencies, patient life-threatening complications and related incidents to the Head Nurse, Nephrologist, Director of Clinical Services and/or Regional Operations Director
- Assesses patient and family learning readiness and provides appropriate information
- Maintains a high standard of clinical practice and safe working environment
- Promotes and maintains safe infection prevention and control practices
- Instructs patients regarding dialysis, access care and chronic kidney disease (CKD)
- Instructs patients on pre-transplant preparation
- Administers patient quality care in a considerate, respectful manner
- Participates in long- and short-term care planning and monthly progress notes
- Attends mandatory training as part of the onboarding process
- Assumes responsibility for administrative/clerical duties as needed
COMPETENCIES
The following competencies reflect the behaviors that are required to be successful in this position but are not intended to be all inclusive:
- COLLABORATION: Works well with others; establishes and maintains good workingconditions
- SAFETY INTERVENTION: Knows what affects patient, self, and/or teammate safetyunder normal conditions and in crisis situations; calls out health or safety hazards and takes action to remove them; understands all aspects of providing a safe environment for patient, self, and/or others
- STRESS TOLERANCE: Maintains steady performance under pressure; handles stress ina manner that is acceptable to others
- WORK STANDARDS: Sets high standards of performance for self and teammates; isaccountable for completing assignments and tasks successfully
- COMMUNICATION: Clearly gets the message across to teammates and patients;connects with them and can help clear up misunderstandings
- TECHNICAL/PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Has a solid level of technicaland professional skill or knowledge in job-related areas; keep up-to-date with current developments and trends in job-related areas
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, licenses, certifications, and experience required to fulfill the essential duties, including computer skills as required
- BSN degree from accredited school of nursing required
- Successfully passed Hemodialysis Training Program
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in dialysis
- Good communication skills, both English and Arabic preferred
- Certified in BCLS, ACLS preferred
- Certified and registered with Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS)
- Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook required; functional proficiency in all computer systems of The company within 30 days of hire required
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position
- Ability to read, speak, and write with clarity of expression sufficient to communicate technical and complex concepts to teammates, patients, and patient family members in clear and easily understandable terms required
- Ability to understand clinical/medical vocabulary written or spoken in English required
VISUAL REQUIREMENTS:
Vision adequate to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of position including repetitive use of computer monitor
- Ability to pass color vision test
- Must demonstrate ability to differentiate colors appearing on a reading strip in an acute setting
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical requirements can vary. These must be reviewed with management. However, in general, the position requires the following physical activities:
- Ability to lift minimum of 5 pounds to a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted and able to perform repetitive standing, sitting, stooping, walking, stretching, reaching, and use full range of body motions
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Job required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids, tissues or potential spills or splashes. Uses of appropriate personal protection measures are required for every healthcare provider in these positions.
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