Registered Nurse Level 3 – Grade 4, Clinical Coordinator (Hemodialysis)

About the role

Fresenius Medical Care is hiring a Registered Nurse Level 3 (Grade 4) Clinical Coordinator to act as a Team Leader Registered Nurse within its hemodialysis health care team. The role ensures quality patient care every day in line with company policies, procedures and training, supports the Quality Enhancement Program and CQI activities, and works closely with the Clinical Manager, physicians and patient care technicians.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise patient care technicians and delegate tasks to LVNs/LPNs, patient care technicians and dialysis assistants; manage daily staffing and patient care assignments
• Ensure safe delivery of chronic hemodialysis therapy, including sodium and ultrafiltration modelling, and adjust treatment plans based on patient response
• Review and enter physician orders and lab results into the Medical Information System, prepare lab requisitions and report abnormal results
• Administer prescribed and PRN medications, document controlled substances and maintain the facility drug list
• Provide patient education on end-stage renal disease, vascular access, dialysis therapy, diet, fluids and medication compliance
• Carry out initial and annual nursing assessments, complete patient care plans and continuous quality improvement reports
• Maintain a clean, safe environment, operate dialysis equipment and respond to emergencies, including CPR and emergency equipment checks

Required profile

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school (RN) with current state licensure
• 9 months of nursing experience plus 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis; RN team leaders need one year of clinical experience and six months of ESRD experience
• Supervisory or management experience preferred
• Completion of a hemodialysis training course
• Ability to lift up to 200 lbs with assistance and stand for long periods; colour blindness test required as a condition of employment