Dialysis Nurse Intern
Company: Employer
Location: Hoffman Estates
Posted on: May 6, 2022
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Job Description:
Location: Hoffman Estates, Illinois, , United StatesJob ID:
Posted: 2022-04-29Position Title: Dialysis Nurse InternCompany
Name: FreseniusSector: Other PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The student intern
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. The student
intern functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in
providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under
the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with FMCNA
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 FMCNA 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 FMC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES: Nursing interns must adhere to all facility
and FMCNA policies and procedures.Based on the length of the
internship, the student nurses may perform all or some of the
duties as time allows after they receive training in the specific
functional area. Under the direction and visual supervision of an
RN-P, the Student may: During Internships with less than 3 months
duration: Required Education: eLearning: Infection Control; Intro
to Basic Dialysis; Intro to Water self-study, Blood Glucose
Monitoring PREP Classes : Infection Control, Evaluating and
Monitoring the Patient, Foot checks, water class Allowable Duties:
Escort patients to and from the scale Assist patient with washing
access Vital signs, including weight Attend daily huddles Surface
disinfection stations/machines Hand crank in emergency Lab
preparation Internal machine disinfection Check for residual bleach
Mix bleach water Check blood sugars Administer ONSP per order Pre
initiation safety check RN Assessment/POC in tandem with preceptor
RN Attend Care plan meeting Crash cart, AED, refrigerator daily
checks Medication review with preceptor Attend QAI Meeting Attend
POC Meeting Foot checks with RN preceptor Access assessment with RN
preceptor Obtain pH and conductivity of machine Observe in Home
Therapies Attend a clinic day in HT Attend a day at the access
center During Internships with 3-6 months duration: Required
Education: PREP Class: Basic Access, Emergency Preparedness,
Safety, Complications, Machine Day Allowable Duties: Machine Set up
Machine tear down Post treatment emptying Water checks Draw blood
cultures and labs Lead a daily huddle Initiate or terminate a
treatment on a patient with a mature fistula or graft only
(preceptor to cannulate) Medication administration: heparin,
lidocaine, and NS Assist on QAI team project with preceptor RN
Preparation of dialysate 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 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: An individual who has successfully completed the
following as provided by the academic program: Three quarters of
the ADN program, or Junior year of a BSN program, or Two years of a
nursing school program Other programs require approval from
Clinical Services and Education Note: If a student nurse intern has
completed an approved PCT certification program, please refer to
PCT Intern Policy that outlines allowable duties for students
enrolled in a PCT certification program. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED
SKILLS Preferred outstanding customer service to all external and
internal customers. Possess the desire to deliver superior care to
our patients and embrace Fresenius' mission and values.
RELATIONSHIPS: The Intern cannot work under the supervision of a
family member. The Intern cannot care for a patient who is a family
member. If an Intern's family member is a patient at the facility
in which they work, the Intern will be scheduled to work on days
the patient is not in the facility or will be assigned to another
patient. SUPERVISION: Will be supervised by a Clinical Manager and
Preceptor. Preceptor: An individual who directly supervises the
work of the Nursing Intern in the dialysis facility. OTHER:
Performs additional duties as assigned.PI
Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted:
05/03/2022
Keywords: Employer, Hoffman Estates , Dialysis Nurse Intern, Healthcare , Hoffman Estates, Illinois
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