It's more than a career, it's a calling.WI-Agnesian Health Plaza Bldg BWorker Type:PRNJob Summary:Provides direct or indirect care to a varying number of patients and performs various functions associated with hemodialysis treatments independently and under the direction of a registered nurse.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepares patients for procedures by taking vital statistics and reviewing dialysis orders and lab work.
Sets up and monitors equipment for procedures both during and after.
Notes and documents patient's condition during procedure via observation, interview and monitoring of vital statistics; reports abnormal assessment findings.
Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
Obtains, processes and transports blood samples and culture specimens as ordered.
Demonstrates proficiency in performing dialysis treatments and in cannulation of vascular access.
Monitors and trouble shoots dialysis machine and RO/water system.
Participates in quality improvement activities to include collection of data and machine maintenance.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience
EXPERIENCE
No experience required
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONSState of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Work Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type:EmployeeDepartment:3300000045 HEMODIALYSIS FDLScheduled Weekly Hours:0SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. (https://www.ssmhealth.com/privacy-notices-terms-of-use/non-discrimination?ga=2.205881493.704955970.1667719643-240470506.1667719643)