Dialysis PCT Preceptor
Company: Employer
Location: Chandler
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description Chandler, Arizona Job ID R Available Openings
1PURPOSE AND SCOPE:Functions as part of the hemodialysis health
care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for
patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in
accordance with FMCNA policies procedures and training and in
compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation state and
federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of
hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and
clean working environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the
Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities including
those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in
process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that
patients will achieve the FMC Quality Enhancement Goals
(QEP).PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:STAFF RELATED:*
Participates in the recruitment process for new clinical staff.*
Assists with clinical orientation and on-going training of all
appropriate direct patient care personnel as well as the
orientation of all facility staff to FMS.* Functions as preceptor
in direct patient care training programs to support the delivery of
quality patient care as per the standards set forth in the FMS
Clinical Services Clinical Training Manual(s) FMS policies and
procedures and FMS training standards.* Delivers and maintains
on-going competency evaluations/audits to ensure ongoing
performance of other PCT's.* Collaborates with the Clinical Manager
and Education Coordinator in driving FMS quality standards through
education regarding all ESRD regulatory and legal requirements and
the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement.* Assists in
training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate
programs.* Provides coaching and developmental support to
applicable clinical and facility staff.Education/Communication:*
Partners with RN and IDT staff to educate the appropriate personnel
regarding the integrity and safety of the facility water systems as
allowed by local regulations.* Partners with RN and IDT staff to
educate the appropriate personnel regarding the maintenance of
environmental integrity including patient and staff safety of the
facility.* Ensures a strong communication process between the
Clinical Managers Education Coordinators direct patient care staff
and all support staff at the facility regarding appropriate
training and organizational development programs and initiatives.*
Participates in implementing and potentially designs creative
educational programs for PCT staff including contests and other
team-based programs.* Collaborates with Clinical Managers and
Education Coordinators in the scheduling and implementation of
training programs and processes as directed.* Monitors processes in
the delivery of patient care through regular Continuous Quality
Improvement (CQI) activities.* Ensures all FMS business policies
procedures and systems are incorporated into training including
compliance with ethical business practices.PATIENT
RELATED:Education:Assist other health care members in providing
patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures
where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC) Adequacy
Monitoring Program (AMP) Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM) and regarding
disease process/access.Treatment:* Welcome assigned patients and
inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.* Evaluate
vascular access for patency.* Obtain necessary pre and post
treatment vital signs and weight.* Perform vascular access
evaluation pre-treatment.* Perform vascular access cannulation.*
Perform administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by
state law.* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed
orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).* Evaluate
intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by
physician order or as directed.* Monitor patients' response to
dialysis therapy.* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform
all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of
treatment - document.* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to
established procedures.* Evaluate patient prior to termination of
venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.* Obtain
Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.* Evaluate the patient
prior to discharge.* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis
evaluation weight and vital signs with initial identification.*
Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients'
dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal;
treatment time; Sodium (Na) modeling; and UF modeling as
prescribed.* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are
enabled including Narrow Venous Limits (NVL) 160.* Record accurate
and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment
parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial
identification.* Responsible for accurate documentation of
information related to patient treatment including completion of
Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and if applicable progress notes.*
Report any significant information and/or change in patient
condition directly to the nurse supervisor.* Observe patient and
conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report
any change or unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.* Perform
and document any intervention for unusual patient status and
document patients' response to intervention.* Evaluate patients'
vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous
monitoring pressures provide appropriate intervention as needed
document and report any unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.*
Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for
collection.INFECTION CONTROL SPECIALIZATION:* Assists with facility
QAI infection control audits.* Acts as a change agent for infection
control practices within clinic. Under the direction of the CM or
designee monitors staff and patient adherence to infection control
practices.* Reinforces new hire employee adherence to infection
control Policies and Procedures.* Supports ongoing staff and
patient engagement on infection control practices under the
direction of CM or designee for example participation in patient
lobby days and staff meetings to reinforce infection control
practice.* Quarterly and under the direction of the CM reinforces
patient and staff adherence to infection control Policies and
Procedures through visual media such as posters flyers or bulletin
boards.* Under the direction of the Education Dept. participates in
education response to internal and external facility surveys.*
Participates in and reinforces infection control education of new
patients and families under the direction of the CM or
designee.MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL:* Maintain environmental integrity
and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.* Clean and
disinfect dialysis machine surface chair equipment and surrounding
area between treatments according to facility policy.* Conduct all
tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document
where appropriate.* Perform all required pretreatment dialysis
machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).* Initiate
Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.* Ensure that all blood
spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant
according to facility policy.* Prepare organize and efficiently
utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.RECORD KEEPING:*
Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality
Improvement (CQI) activities.* Enters all treatment data into the
designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.*
Review treatment sheets for completeness ensure nursing signatures
are documented and ensure omitted entries are completed or
corrected where appropriate.* Prepare initial patient chart for
admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in
chart.* Prepare lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab
specimens according to laboratory destination.* Collect label
appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required
laboratory specifications.* Ensure collection of lab specimens by
appropriate lab courier.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:*
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described
here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.* Employees are required to take
the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test Blindness does not preclude
employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
accommodations can be made.* Day to day work includes desk and
personal computer work and interaction with patients facility staff
and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned
facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to
regional Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.* The
work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with
air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed
to infectious and contagious diseases/materials...... click apply
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Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted:
05/04/2022
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