Monitor and document status of patient vitals and vascular status. Document patient observations and seeks guidance where levels are out of normal range for ESRD patient. Report patient parameters to registered nurse as needed. Receive patient into treatment/exam area: weighs patient, takes temperature and blood pressure pre and post - dialysis; document on all dialysis flow sheets. Review dialysis prescription, notes general physical and mental condition of patient through observation and inter... more details
Renal Patient Care Tech
ID
2023-20643
FutureCare Facility
Cold Spring Dialysis
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Shift
All
Overview
The Patient Care Technician play a vital role in ensuring our residents receive the best care and support while undergoing treatment for kidney disease. Under the direction of the Dialysis Nurse Manager, the Patient Care Technician will assist in providing dialysis treatment for the End-Stage Renal Dialysis (“ESRD”) patients.
Voted 11 years in a row in The Baltimore Sun as “Top Workplaces” and recognized in US Newsweek as “Best Nursing Homes”, FutureCare stands out as a leader in managing health care across a continuum of care. We are known for recognizing hard work and dedication and reward our team members for their compassion and care. We also offer a Competitive Salary, Excellent Benefits Package, Flex/Advance Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Growth Ladder, Employee Referral Bonus Program, Employee Assistance, and 401K Plan.
Responsibilities
Monitor and document status of patient vitals and vascular status
Document patient observations and seeks guidance where levels are out of normal range for ESRD patient.
Report patient parameters to registered nurse as needed
Receive patient into treatment/exam area: weighs patient, takes temperature and blood pressure pre and post – dialysis; document on all dialysis flow sheets
Review dialysis prescription, notes general physical and mental condition of patient through observation and interview, obtain information and/ or data to determine compliance or dietary or medication regimen; document observations
Perform clerical duties to include filling, lab requisitions, scheduling appointment, answering phones, ordering supplies, billing, copying, faxing, data entry, maintaining patient charts
Dismantles, clean, and disinfects dialysis machines and equipment in accordance to company procedure; performs appropriate end of therapy terminal cleaning and disinfection of the dialysis equipment
Qualifications
High School diploma, general education diploma (“GED”)
Dialysis Technician Certificate by a CMS approved state certification program and/or a national commercially available certificate program required within 18 months of hire or position change
2+ years of Dialysis experience
Current CPR certification required
Ability to interact with nurse staff and other team members
Must be personable and courteous when handling patients
Basic computer operating skills with the proficiency in MS Word and Outlook
Ability to lift up 50 pounds unassisted and able to perform repetitive standing, sitting, stooping, walking, stretching, reaching and use of full range of body motion
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