Dialysis Home Program Nurse (RN)
Company: Employer
Location: Somerville
Posted on: June 26, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview Did you know that some of the industry's most talented
and caring registered nurses are at DCI? Our nursing staff has
helped DCI achieve the lowest mortality and hospitalization rates
among large dialysis providers for the past 13 years in a row. We
think our Nurses are pretty awesome; they make a difference in our
patients' lives by helping them live longer and achieve a better
quality of life.Our mission is "the care of the patient is our
reason for existence." What's yours?The Dialysis Home Program Nurse
(RN) educates and cares for our home hemodialysis and peritoneal
dialysis patients, following up with them on a regular basis. The
Dialysis Home Hemo RN also assists in the ongoing development of
the local home training program. Responsibilities Assists in the
examination and evaluation of patient candidates so that
appropriate PD treatment and other services can be arranged.Train
patients and family who have chosen peritoneal dialysis as their
treatment modality.Provides counseling and emotional support.Check
dialysis equipment and ensure it is operating properly, make
adjustments, or have them made by maintenance personnel.Teach the
patients proper care between dialysis to avoid infections, and
instruct patients on matters of diet.Keep comprehensive records of
the schedule and type of treatment and changes in the condition of
the patient.Check in with the patient at least monthly by phone or
during clinic visits.Obtain routine laboratory work to include
routine adequacy testing.Make surveillance of the patient's home
adaption, including provisions for visits to the home.Ensure the
patient is provided consultation with a Social Worker and
Dietitian. Job Requirements: A Registered Nurse with a current
license for the applicable state At least 12 months clinical
experience.Must have at least 3 months experience in Peritoneal
Dialysis Nursing.DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities. If you are having difficulty using the online
application system or would like to request other accommodations or
application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at or . Once a
request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you
about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI
is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.For
more information about equal opportunity please see: ; ; ; and
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Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted:
06/23/2022
Keywords: Employer, Somerville , Dialysis Home Program Nurse (RN), Healthcare , Somerville, Massachusetts
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