Full-Time Dialysis Registered Nurse, RN - Eastern Massachusetts Regional Traveler

Who is Rendevor Dialysis We are a family owned and operated company founded over 30 years ago by a Dialysis RN who believes everyone is entitled to excellent medical treatment from talented clinicians Our Mission To bring thriving onsite dialysis partnerships to any under serviced healthcare institution in need Whats In It For You Our company offers a competitive total rewards package above industry standards in most markets and we pride ourselves in providing a caring positive culture for our employees We offer an extremely generous package including Hourly Rate 6000 6500Per Hour Based on Documented Experience Qualifications and Market Data Fantastic employee benefit packageEmployer contribution to HSAFSA tax savings benefitsA 4 dollar for dollar company match to the 401k plan with immediate vestingA generous PTO accrual programA PTO cash out provisionTuition reimbursement programEmployee referral bonus programRobust employee recognition and appreciation programQuality employee training and development programsSeveral holidays paid at time and a halfComprehensive Medical BenefitsVisionDentalSTDLTDVoluntary LifeAccident Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity PlansPet InsuranceDiscounted auto and home insuranceDiscounted legal services programEmployer paid life insurance for 1x employee salaryEmployer paid assistance program with complimentary counseling wellness and legal sessions for employees and household membersComplimentary year long weight loss programHealth & Wellness Program with gift card giveaways What Youll Do The Regional Traveler Dialysis Registered Nurse RN performs the hemodialysis treatment procedure delivering safe efficient care of the highest quality and provides specialized registered nursing care in accordance with state law You will be based out of Bridgewater Correctional Facility and travel to provide coverage within the other Massachusetts units when needed Mileage will be reimbursed based on company policy when traveling between facilitiesUsing professional nursing knowledge base acts as a resource for staffYou will be utilizing your assessment skills technical skills collaborative skills documentation skills and leadership qualities dailyThis position will cover the following locations Bridgewater Massachusetts within Bridgewater Correctional FacilityShirley Massachusetts within MCI Shirley Boston Massachusetts within Suffolk County JailDevens Massachusetts within Devens Federal Medical CenterAs in any setting this involves teamwork and coordinating care with the healthcare team In addition to the healthcare team you are also required to maintain strong relationships regular communication and visibility with clients site Managed Healthcare DOCBOP etc Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Graduation from an accredited nursing school or equivalentCurrent RN License for Massachusetts & current CPR certification or within three months of hireAbility to read write speak understand and communicate in EnglishOne year of Hemodialysis RN experience is required two to three years of experience preferred Experience must be within the past two yearsRequired Skills and Competencies Ability to read write speak understand and satisfactorily communicate in EnglishStrong technicalcomputer proficiency with laptops tablets Outlook Excel PowerPoint Word SharePoint etc Essential Duties and Responsibilities Understands basic renal function and consequences of renal failure; observes and records patient responses to renal failure and its treatments; performs thorough patient assessments as evidenced by documentation and feedback to the nurse in charge In addition shows an awareness of the general course of all patients in the unit The RN draws upon this knowledge to help deal with individual treatmentsRecognizes changes in patients on dialysis and makes necessary adjustments in their therapy; appropriately responds to all emergencies notifies the nephrologist when necessary and seeks directionSets correct priorities for patient care based on current knowledge; consistently reviews and evaluates priorities as changes occur and conveys these priorities to appropriate staff membersDevelops implements and evaluates appropriate care plans for patients demonstrating and understanding of prescribed modalities available; utilizes the team approach when accessing patient needs and developing a plan of care by conferring with patient family nurses technicians nephrologists physicians and dietitian when appropriateAssumes primary nurse responsibilities as directedCommunicates significant information to the appropriate team member in a clear concise and accurate manner; acts as a liaison between the head nurse staff and patients; objectively assesses problems regarding staff andor patients and effectively communicates with staff and patients regarding policies and proceduresDocuments in a clear concise and thorough manner; sees that all paperwork is completed properly during the shiftVerifies the accuracy of all orders during treatment Performs all tasks necessary for the safe smooth and efficient operation of the unit This may include but is not limited to set up reuse trash removal water checks opening and closing of the unit mixing of bicarbonate and acid baths cleaning machines and stations bath distribution and all other responsibilities as directed by the Charge NurseAdministers medications when ordered; understands and teaches principles of safe dosage in ESRD reason for giving medication and possible side effects; ensures that medications are given properly and as orderedObtains all laboratory specimens as ordered and performs routine testsDemonstrates an understanding of the implications of common lab results as they apply to the ESRD patient; confers with dietitian and nephrologist about abnormal findings when applicable Delegates responsibilities appropriately and follows through in seeing that all delegated responsibilities have been carried out in both routine and emergency situations Demonstrates the ability to assume the day to day functions of the Charge Nurse in hisher absence ie staffing scheduling etc Understands legal consequences of nursing actions both immediate and long term Promotes the education of patients and the understanding of their disease and its treatmentAccurately assesses the patients readiness to learn; plans and implements appropriate teaching method for each patient and evaluates the patients learning; assists other staff member in developing these skills Knows and follows all Rendevor policies and procedures for infection control; understands the hazards associated with failing to follow these procedures Participates in CPR as needed Contributes to harmonious and constructive working relationships with all staff members to promote positive and productive atmosphere Assumes responsibility for special unit projects as directed by the Charge NurseRecommends changes in procedures when new knowledge indicates a need for change in cooperation with the Head NurseActively participates in the units Quality Assurance Program Participates in the IDT and CQI committees and attends meetings as needed andor requestedIdentifies and reports concerns issues and opportunities for improvement when identifiedParticipates in performance improvement projects within licensure certification and scope of practiceParticipates in annual CQI training and other continuing education as assigned and requiredProvides suggestions for alternate strategies for indicators not improvingAssists in building and maintaining a facilityclinic culture of safety and qualityReports errors and near misses so that steps can be taken to prevent recurrenceReports any negative feedback complaints grievances from other staff members patients and familiesUses evidence based guidelines and proper infection control practices Develops andor participates in in service education programs Assists in orientation of new staff members as directed by the Charge Nurse Participates in self andor peer evaluationEnsures the confidentiality of patient employee and or company informationMaintains professional competence through participation in continuing education Prepares daily dialysis logs and set ups for each shift of patients as directedPrepares records and files laboratory reports as directed Stocks and orders necessary blood work supplies eg blood tubes requisitions and envelopes as directed Helps maintain a neat and clean environment Checks email at least weekly and responds appropriately and timely; uses company provided email for all work related email communicationsMaintains regular and predictable attendance and punctualityAdheres to all company policies and procedures Performs other duties as required andor assigned Supervision This position will report to the Regional Director Background Check The Massachusetts Department of Corrections Federal Bureau of Prisons and all applicable law require a comprehensive background check for all employees working in this position This background check will be conducted after an offer if any is made Work Environment This role exists in a hospital or in the medical unit of a post acute or correctional facility This role may include exposure to chemicals and blood borne pathogens This role routinely involves the use of both medical and standard office equipment This role cannot be performed remotely Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear To perform essential functions of the job the employee is required to continually stand and frequently bend walk twist crouch use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms This position requires the ability to push pull and lift up to 50 pounds Specific visual abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus The employee is required to work the full schedule which may range from five to fifteen hours per day based on the unit requirements ie patient census staffing needs etc Equal Opportunity Rendevor Dialysis is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Rendevor Dialysis