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*UPGRADE IN PROGRESS* -- CareerCircle is upgrading its capabilities and as a result the system may be temporarily unavailable as we bring new capabilities and infrastructure online to better serve our members.&nbsp; If you receive an error during this timeframe please bear with us as we're working to improve our system and you may need to retry that operation at a later time.&nbsp; &nbsp;

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day to day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: General and Staff Related: <ul><li> Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate. </li><li> Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients. </li><li> Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift. </li><li> Participate in patient care plan meetings. </li><li> Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services. </li><li> Train and orient staff as necessary. </li><li> Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures. </li><li> Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment. </li><li> Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter. </li><li> With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care. </li><li> Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information. </li><li> Supervise all documentation of patient information. </li><li> Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity. Patient Care: </li><li> Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately. </li><li> Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation. </li><li> Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed. </li><li> Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary. </li><li> Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care. </li><li> Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis. </li><li> Administer medications to patients per physician's orders. </li><li> Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members. </li><li> Supervise and participate in completion of short- and long-term care plans. </li><li> Admit new patients according to facility procedure. </li><li> Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication. </li></ul> Technical: <ul><li> Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care. </li><li> Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed. </li><li> Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual. </li><li> Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility Training. </li></ul> Other: <ul><li> Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager </li><li> Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff as requested. </li><li> Promote efficient use of medical supplies. </li><li> Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> Relationships: <ul><li> Internal Contacts: Direct Patient Care Staff, Facility support staff, management teams (Clinical Manager, Area Manager, RVP) </li><li> External Contacts: Physicians, Back-up Hospitals </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> 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. </li><li> Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li> 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. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.) </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis </li><li> RN charge nurses assuming responsibility for nursing and patient servicesin the absence of the Clinical Managermust have one-yearclinical experience and six months dialysis experience. </li><li> Supervisory or management experience preferred. </li><li> Successfully completea training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis. </li><li> Good communication skills - verbal and written. </li><li> Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any). </li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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Dialysis Charge Registered Nurse - RN

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The Secretary/ Receptionist performs general clerical support and office duties for the department and its Management. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Performs basic administrative functions including preparation of business correspondence, memorandums, informational packages, training materials and reports.</li><li>Assists with scheduling.</li><li>Maintains calendar and daily schedules.</li><li>Maintains departmental tracking logs.</li><li>Greets visitors and directs them to the appropriate location or person as needed.</li><li>Establishes and maintains filing systems and basic databases as applicable.</li><li>Performs routine general office duties such as filing, copying, and scanning.</li><li>Provides general clerical support to management staff including scheduling meetings, routing phone calls and taking messages.</li><li>Records minutes of meetings and providing the resulting documents as necessary.</li><li>Sorts and distributes mail.</li><li>Maintains inventory of the necessary office forms and supplies.</li><li>Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.</li><li>Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li>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.</li></ul>EDUCATION: High School Diploma required EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:<ul><li>1 - 2 years' related experience.</li><li>Knowledge of office procedures required.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft office applications.</li><li>Good interpersonal and communication skills required.</li><li>Pleasant telephone manner.</li></ul>EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Secretary

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients in accordance with FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Provides patient care under the direct visual supervision of a Registered Nurse (FMCNA RN) or in a treatment room immediately adjacent to an RN. Responsible for reporting and documenting all new and unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems to the RN.</li><li>Promotes and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAI) 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). </li><li> Promotes and assists in meeting Total Area Productivity goals (TAP).</li><li> With documented competency and proficiency may set up and prime equipment as directed by the Fresenius Nurse for renal replacement therapies (hemodialysis, continuous renal replacement and peritoneal dialysis therapies). </li><li> Welcomes assigned patients and inquires as to their well-being since their last treatment. Reports any complaints or observations to the FMCNA RN. </li><li> Evaluates vascular access for patency and reports any unusual findings to FMCNA RN. </li><li> Obtains necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight. Reports unusual findings to FMCNA RN. </li><li> (Stated above)Performs vascular access cannulation and reports any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to FMCNA RN. </li><li> 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. </li><li> Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled including narrow venous limits (NVL 160). </li><li> Records accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification. </li><li> Initiates renal replacement treatment according to prescribed orders including setting blood flow rate (QB) and dialysate flow rate (QD) or peritoneal dialysis as prescribed by the attending nephrologist. </li><li> Collects, labels specimens and ensures timely delivery to laboratory per facility policy. </li><li> Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician's order or as directed by FMCNA RN. Monitors patient's response to dialysis therapy and report any unusual findings to FMCNA RN. </li><li> Obtains vital signs prior to reinfusion; performing all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment- documentation. </li><li> Reports any change or unusual findings to FMCNA RN. </li><li> Performs and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention. </li><li> Evaluates patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provides appropriate intervention as needed, documents and reports any unusual findings to the FMCNA RN. </li><li> Discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures. </li><li> Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access - standing and sitting blood pressures prior to termination of venous access. Obtains hemostasis and applies appropriate dressings. Evaluates the patient prior to discharge and reports any unusual findings to the FMCNA RN </li><li> Performs and records Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight and vital signs with initial identification. </li><li> Other duties as required. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : <ul><li> 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. </li><li> Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work, interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. (percentage of travel) </li><li> Travel to meetings may be required. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li> May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. </li><li> The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. </li><li> This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to assist in moving machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet. </li><li> There is a two-person assist program and material assist devices for the heavier items. </li></ul> EDUCATION : High School Diploma required EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> 1 - 2 years' related experience. </li><li> Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Certification (CCHT) certification. </li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Inpatient Patient Care Technician - PCT

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment planning intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the kidney disease health care team this position participates in decision-making teaching leadership functions and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and program operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy procedures standards of nursing practice applicable contractual service agreements state and federal regulations. <ul><li> Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse. </li><li> Performs ongoing systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record makes adjustments and modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor Physician patient's primary nurse and others as may be indicated. </li><li> Assesses collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. </li><li> Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with appropriate health team members for input including but not limited to Supervisor appropriate physician and the contracted facility primary Nurse. </li><li> Directs and provides safe effective patient care for assigned patients as prescribed for all modality specific treatment procedures. </li><li> Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed. </li><li> Initiates and coordinates communication with FKC and Non-FKC dialysis providers and appropriate contracted facility personnel as needed to provide continuity of patient care. </li><li> Performs the implementation administration monitoring and documentation of patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier. </li><li> Administers medications as prescribed and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. </li><li> Initiates and assists with emergency response measures. </li><li> Serves as a resource for health care team participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. </li><li> May be asked to provide specialized nursing care instruction to hospital/facility staff as stipulated contractually. </li><li> May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis. </li><li> Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. </li><li> Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor. </li></ul> 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. <ul><li> The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. </li><li> This position requires frequent prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. </li><li> The employee may occasionally be required to move with assistance machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs. and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li> May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. </li><li> May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk work computer work interaction with patients facility/hospital staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel to training/meeting sites and between assigned facilities. </li><li> Position requires participation in on-call rotation night weekend holiday or as defined by individual program needs. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LVN/LPNs/RNs as a designated Nurse in Charge after meeting all the following: <ul><li> Successful completion of all FKC education and modality specific training requirements for new employees. </li><li> Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. </li><li> 6 months experience in acute dialysis as a RN. </li></ul> EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li> Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li><li> Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification </li><li> Must meet the practice requirements in all states in which he or she is employed. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as an RN </li><li> Minimum 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse 12 months (preferred). </li><li> 6 months acute dialysis experience (preferred) </li><li> Hemodialysis and/or ICU experience (preferred). </li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. 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Inpatient Registered Nurse - RN

About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team members. You will build deep relationships with patients when they come into our clinic. How you grow or advance: Previous healthcare experience is not required to join us as a PCT. Passion for helping others, teamwork, and a desire to learn and grow are what you need to be successful. We will provide robust training and support as you kick off your career, and we will introduce you to career path options as you grow with us either as a PCT or venture into a new role such as Registered Nurse or a leadership role. Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, scholarships to family members, relief when natural disasters strike, and financial support when personal hardship hits; we take care of our people. Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart. At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: As a member of the nephrology healthcare team, you will provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. &bull; Sets up, tests, and operates hemodialysis machines for patient treatments. &bull; Obtains and documents necessary pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient. &bull; Evaluates vascular access pre-treatment and performs vascular access cannulation. &bull; Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed. &bull; Monitors patients' response to dialysis therapy. &bull; Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access and discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures. &bull; Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to supervisor. &bull; Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner. &bull; Collects, labels, appropriately prepares, and stores lab samples according to required laboratory specifications. &bull; Cleans and disinfects dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy. &bull; Assists other healthcare members in providing patient education. &bull; Prepares, organizes, and efficiently uses supplies and equipment to prevent waste. EDUCATION AND LICENSES : &bull; High school diploma or G.E.D. required. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : &bull; Qualities and traits: dependable, compassionate, caring, supportive, collaborative, reliable. &bull; Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility (preferred but not required). &bull; Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the Fresenius Medical Care dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification. 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. &bull; Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. We will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. &bull; 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. &bull; The work environment is characteristic of a healthcare facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. &bull; The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional basis lift up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a 2-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.

Patient Care Technician - PCT

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Provides nutritional services for the facility's in-center and home patients as applicable in order to maximize the patient's nutritional status and improve clinical outcomes. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, supporting the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAI) activities. Actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve their individualized patient-specific goals as determined by the patient's physician. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Assesses patient's knowledge of diet and kidney disease and provides education appropriate to patient's learning needs regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process. </li><li> Provides patient specific detailed education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process. </li></ul><ul><li> Completes nutritional assessment and participates in the interdisciplinary comprehensive assessments. </li><li> Participates with the interdisciplinary team in the development of a written, individualized comprehensive plan of care that specifies the services necessary to address the patient's needs, in accordance with established Federal and, where applicable, state licensure guidelines. </li></ul><ul><li> Calculates diet prescription according to standard of practice. </li><li> Completes progress notes on all chronic dialysis patients according to established FMCNA guidelines. Maintains complete and accurate documentation of all appropriate information in medical record according to established FMCNA policies and Federal and state regulations. </li><li> Provides patient with ongoing nutrition assessment and outcome-oriented nutrition counseling necessary to assist patient in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status. </li><li> Identifies malnourished patients as well as patients at risk for malnutrition and works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions, resources or solutions. Reviews each patient's albumin level and body weight at least monthly. Implements plan of care with involvement of patient/family/caregiver. </li><li> Monitors adherence and response to nutrition therapy, adjusts therapy as needed to achieve and sustain an effective nutritional status, documents why the patient was unable to achieve the goals and implements the plan of care to address issues impacting the patient's ability to achieve the goals. </li><li> Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on Urea Kinetic Modeling recommendations to achieve the physician's prescription of Kt/V. </li><li> Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on management and recommendations for mineral metabolism and renal bone disease, anemia and iron status, nutritional status, psychosocial status, vascular access, modality, rehabilitation status and sodium/volume control. </li><li> Adheres to FMCNA algorithm and medical record policies. </li><li> Reports on nutrition QAI results and participates in the interdisciplinary QAI program. </li><li> Collaborates and coordinates with team members in provision of Pre-ESRD education as appropriate. </li><li> When appropriate, works with Case Manager to coordinate plan of care for patient education and identifies candidates to refer to physician for nutritional supplements, as per disease management agreements. </li></ul><ul><li> Reviews nutrition related lab results: </li></ul><ul><li> Counsels patient and/or caregiver and formulates appropriate action. </li><li> Recommends treatment changes to the interdisciplinary team as appropriate. </li><li> Communicates with physician and/or facility staff regarding lab results as appropriate. </li><li> Communicates lab results and recommended treatment changes to providers of patient care in nursing facilities (i.e., hospitals, short term and long-term care facilities). </li></ul><ul><li> Participates in pertinent staff meetings (i.e., general staff, quality improvement), Care plan meetings, and others as applicable. </li><li> Consults with FMS Corporate Dietitian regarding nutrition concerns as needed. </li><li> Maintains and improves knowledge and skills for a competent and innovative practice. </li><li> Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education hours as specified by American Dietetic Association and state licensure regulations where applicable. </li><li> Collaborates with interdisciplinary team, ensuring that all work areas are safe and clean. </li></ul><ul><li> Other nutrition management duties as assigned. </li></ul><ul><li> Performs other related duties as assigned. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :<ul><li>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.<ul><li>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.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians.</li><li>The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li></ul></li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> None </li></ul> EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS : <ul><li> Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration </li><li> Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged. </li><li> Current state licensure if applicable. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS : <ul><li>Minimum of 1-year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.</li><li>Previous renal experience preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including ability to teach, strong organizational skills, excellent communication, customer service, relationship development, results orientation, team building and decision making.</li><li>Able to perform responsibilities with minimum supervision.</li><li>Basic computer skills required.</li></ul>EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Registered Dietitian

Job Description PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Responsible for driving a commercial vehicle to deliver products to customers. Ensures accuracy of all paperwork related to the job. Responsible for safety of fellow employees and the public while operating company vehicles and/or performing any company activity. Responsibilities include driving a commercial vehicle rotating stock and inventory checks. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Delivers and picks up products from home patients and clinics according to established safety procedures and guidelines. </li><li> Ensures a high-level of customer relations by consistently delivering orders on time and behaving with integrity in a courteous and professional manner. </li><li> May take note of and possibly resolve customer complaints. </li><li> Reports more complex issues and complaints to Distribution Center staff or Customer Service for resolution. </li><li> Observes and reports any pertinent anomalies at customer sites. </li><li> May set up product and/or place product on shelves or racks at customer sites. </li><li> Performs all duties and functions with the goal to achieve OSHA-related targets for recordable incidents and lost time incidents. </li><li> Performs rotation and inventory checks of existing product ensuring that an adequate inventory is available for customers. </li><li> Obtains customer signature for pickup and delivery of dialysis product. </li><li> Adhere to all federal and state specific DOT regulations including but not limited to GVW (Gross Vehicle weight) and hours of service. </li><li> Identifies and recommends options for route improvements to management as appropriate. </li><li> Vehicle related responsibilities include but are not limited to: <ul><li> Performing pre and post trip inspections of assigned vehicle </li><li> Identify problems and address appropriately </li><li> May perform routine maintenance on vehicle </li><li> Unloading and loading freight as required according to specified procedures and regulations </li><li> Maintaining cleanliness of vehicle </li></ul></li><li> Participates in monthly/quarterly/annual training for Good Manufacturing Practices Health & Safety and Compliance. </li><li> Remains updated with all annually revised regulatory standards. </li><li> Maintains a satisfactory driving record. </li><li> Operates material-handling equipment safely and efficiently according to established procedures as required. </li><li> Performs functions that require full knowledge of general aspects of the job. </li><li> Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution as deemed necessary. </li><li> Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : <ul><li> 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. <ul><li> Heavy work with frequent lifting and carrying of objects 25 -75 pounds on a repetitive basis required. Some deliveries may require carrying product up multiple flights of stairs. </li><li> Re quires extended periods of sitting standing and walking. Operation of commercial vehicle may average 6 to 11 hours per day. </li></ul></li></ul>

Driver III CDL

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations. <ul><li>Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.</li><li>Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.</li><li>Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.</li><li>Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.</li><li>Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.</li><li>Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.</li><li>Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. </li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul> 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.<ul><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.</li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.</li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li><li>The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.</li></ul> SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:<ul><li>Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.</li></ul> EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as a RN.</li><li>Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred).</li><li>Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred).</li></ul> ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate Supervisor or my Human Resources representative. EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. "

Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN - Float

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: This position is for graduates of an accredited school of Nursing working in a state that does not allow graduates to perform nursing duties until licensed. The specific job title used will be determined based on the state where the employee is employed. Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse while working towards obtaining their nursing license. Employees hired into this position will be required to obtain their nursing license within 90 days of their hire date. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Care:<ul><li>Performs vascular access evaluation pre-treatment.</li><li>Performs and records Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight and vital signs with initial identification.</li><li>Performs vascular access cannulation and reports any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor.</li><li>Initiates dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).</li><li>Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.</li><li>Monitors patients' response to dialysis therapy.</li><li>Obtains vital signs prior to reinfusion; performs all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment and documents appropriately.</li><li>Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.</li><li>Obtains hemostasis and applies appropriate dressings. </li><li>Evaluates the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>Documents information related to patient treatment including documentation in the patient health record.</li><li>Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the nurse supervisor. </li><li>Performs and documents interventions for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>Obtains all prescribed laboratory testing and prepares specimens for collection.</li></ul>Maintenance / Technical:<ul><li>Conducts all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and documents where appropriate.</li><li>Maintains environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensures all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>Cleans and disinfects dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>Performs all required pretreatment dialysis machine set up and testing.</li><li>Ensures that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.</li><li>Prepares, organizes, and efficiently utilizes supplies and equipment to prevent waste.</li></ul>Clerical & Administrative:<ul><li>Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application accurately and in a timely manner.</li><li>Reviews health care record for completeness and ensures omitted entries are completed or corrected where appropriate.</li><li>Prepares lab requisitions for prescribed or stat lab specimens according to laboratory destination.</li><li>Collects, labels, appropriately prepares and stores lab samples according required laboratory specifications.</li><li>Ensures collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.</li></ul> Other: <ul><li>As a condition of continued employment, you are required to obtain and maintain any required credentials or certifications necessary for your position in an active and valid status (including renewal of such credentials or certifications prior to any expiration date). In the event that your credential or certified status changes, you must notify your supervisor immediately.</li><li>Capable of working in a challenging environment which requires the ability to handle demanding situations, multitasking, and remaining flexible to changing needs.</li><li>Maintains regular and punctual attendance.</li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned</li></ul> 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.<ul><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.</li><li>Work includes using a desk and personal computer as well as interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position may require travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li><li>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.</li><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.</li></ul>SUPERVISION:<ul><li>None</li></ul> EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS: <ul><li>Must have a nursing degree from an accredited nursing program</li><li>Must obtain nursing license within 90 days of employment</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.</li></ul>EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

New Graduate Nurse

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Responsible for developing and executing strategies to support Fresenius Medical Care North America's Supply Chain objectives . Responsible for strategic category management, supplier negotiations, contracts, and ongoing supplier management in assigned materials. Coordinates with Procurement and Global Strategic Procurement organizations to ensure alignment of procurement strategies where material/service synergies exist. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Strategically manage indirect spend by utilizing a proven sourcing process that engages stakeholders, aligns business objectives , and ensured supply continuity. </li><li> Act as subject matter expert on the supply and demand markets for assigned categories and their impact on the category. </li><li> Gain credibility and secure high levels of internal stakeholder's buy-in to strategic initiatives. </li><li> Analyze global Category or service market trends for assigned material/service purchases and communicate opportunities to Executive Management, recommending action plans based on market trends. </li><li> Develop and direct annual cost savings programs that directly affect company financials and growth plans and generate progressive year over year cost reductions. </li><li> Prepare requests for proposals for assigned materials/ services. </li><li> Perform proposal analysis, including price analyses, Should Cost modeling, benchmarking, etc. </li><li> Develop cost targets for negotiations, negotiation strategy, and develop and negotiate supply agreements. </li><li> Lead supplier selection process, qualification of alternative sources, supply base rationalization programs and other relevant strategies to optimize the supply base. </li><li> Active Supplier Relationship Management: Development and measurement of KPI's, supplier audits, business reviews, improvement plans, new opportunities, awards, terminations, etc. including savings tracking and ongoing communication to management and stakeholders. </li><li> Act as Liaison for resolving supplier/product related issues on assigned materials/services. </li><li> Provides leadership and coaching to all direct reports and partners with human resources on employee matters. </li><li> Works with employees to develop clear and concise development plans to ensure the advancement of future leaders within FMCNA (succession planning). </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> 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. </li><li> 5% - 10% Travel is required . </li></ul> SUPERVISION: May be responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of category buyer staff. EDUCATION : <ul><li> Bachelor's Degree required, Life Sciences preferred; Advanced Degree desirable. </li><li> Advanced negotiations skills courses, a plus. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum 6 - 8 years' experience in Strategic Sourcing/Category Management with direct or in-direct sourcing responsibility required . </li><li> 3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred. </li><li> Extensive experience managing sourcing projects from start to finish. </li><li> eSourcing experience required . </li><li> Proven ability to execute and generate cost reduction improvement. </li></ul><ul><li> Proficient with PCs and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. </li><li> Moderate to complex level of financial analysis knowledge including business modeling and problem solving skills. </li><li> Experience in negotiating pricing, contract terms and conditions including statements of work (SOWs). </li><li> Experience in providing project management and team leadership for sourcing initiatives stakeholders. </li><li> Results driven, innovative & creative. Aligns and energizes behind common objectives , action-oriented & willing to face challenging situations. </li><li> The ability to formulate and articulate a strategy and business case for the category and build the tactical path. </li><li> Critical thinking and decision making: The ability to solve complex problems and think through both tangible (holistic supply chain costs) and intangible (future value of supplier relationships) factors in making decisions for the company. </li><li> Ability to interpret and ground decisions on solid analytics. </li><li> Ability to negotiate the best possible terms with strategic suppliers that have a far reaching impact on our business. </li><li> Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders, including executive management, to achieve the initiative objectives . </li><li> Ability to develop relationships and build both a strong direct and indirect sphere of influence. </li><li> Ability to take ownership, lead and influence to deliver the desired results. </li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Global Category Manager - Logistics (REMOTE)

Description Provide your personal attention and kindness, professional insight, and a generosity of spirit. Offer expertise and encouragement. Enhance each patient's future-as well as your own. Connect with your goals and change lives with Fresenius Medical Care North America. Here, we make connections that empower patients, their families, and our team members. As the global leader in dialysis healthcare, we form bonds that enable the best possible outcomes and professional satisfaction. While our extensive organization continues to grow, so do opportunities for our professionals to learn, grow, and advance. Why Join the Fresenius Team? Passion. Dedication. Knowledge. Motivation. Experience. These are the impressive qualities you'll find in the Fresenius Leadership Team. Our strength in the North American market and extensive global network provide our employees with the best of both worlds-the friendliness of a local organization and the stability of a worldwide organization-for diverse experiences and challenging career opportunities. When you join the Fresenius Medical Care team, you'll be welcomed into a company that is built on the philosophy that our employees are our most important asset. Our career advantages include the following:<ul><li> Fresenius Medical Care is the nation's largest provider of renal care, meeting the needs of more than 135,000 patients at 1,800 clinics throughout the country. </li><li> Our well-established, trusted organization fosters a spirit of camaraderie, emphasizing friendly collaboration, professional support, and career development. </li><li> Superior training, UltraCare&reg; quality control, and certification procedures ensure your potential to succeed and advance as a professional. </li><li> Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits. </li><li> Outstanding tuition reimbursement program. </li><li> Recognized among Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies in 2011. </li><li> National Safety Award from CNA insurance companies for 11 consecutive years. </li><li> Opportunities to give back by participating in philanthropy and community outreach programs. </li></ul> Registered Dietitian-Renal Care Embrace this opportunity to help patients live better lives and accomplish important professional objectives. As part of an interdisciplinary team within our Medical Services division, the professional we select will provide patients with counseling and nutritional assessments, and calculate prescription diets. This individual will assess patient knowledge of diet and kidney disease, and offer patient-specific, detailed information about nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and nutrition-related lab parameters. PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Provides nutritional services for the facility's in-center and home patients as applicable in order to maximize the patient's nutritional status and improve clinical outcomes. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, supporting the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAI) activities. Actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve their individualized patient-specific goals as determined by the patient's physician. DUTIES / ACTIVITIES : CUSTOMER SERVICE: <ul><li> Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer service standards. </li><li> Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers. </li><li> Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication. </li><li> Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner. </li></ul> PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: <ul><li> Assesses patient's knowledge of diet and kidney disease and provides education appropriate to patient's learning needs regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process. </li><li> Provides patient specific detailed education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process. </li><li> Completes nutritional assessment and participates in the interdisciplinary comprehensive assessments. </li><li> Participates with the interdisciplinary team in the development of a written, individualized comprehensive plan of care that specifies the services necessary to address the patient's needs, in accordance with established Federal and, where applicable, state licensure guidelines. </li><li> Calculates diet prescription according to standard of practice. </li><li> Completes progress notes on all chronic dialysis patients according to established FMCNA guidelines. Maintains complete and accurate documentation of all appropriate information in medical record according to established FMCNA policies and Federal and state regulations. </li><li> Provides patient with ongoing nutrition assessment and outcome-oriented nutrition counseling necessary to assist patient in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status. </li><li> Identifies malnourished patients as well as patients at risk for malnutrition and works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions, resources or solutions. Reviews each patient's albumin level and body weight at least monthly. Implements plan of care with involvement of patient/family/caregiver. </li><li> Monitors adherence and response to nutrition therapy, adjusts therapy as needed to achieve and sustain an effective nutritional status, documents why the patient was unable to achieve the goals and implements the plan of care to address issues impacting the patient's ability to achieve the goals. </li><li> Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on Urea Kinetic Modeling recommendations to achieve the physician's prescription of Kt/V. </li><li> Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on management and recommendations for mineral metabolism and renal bone disease, anemia and iron status, nutritional status, psychosocial status, vascular access, modality, rehabilitation status and sodium/volume control. </li><li> Adheres to FMCNA algorithm and medical record policies. </li><li> Reports on nutrition QAI results and participates in the interdisciplinary QAI program. </li><li> Collaborates and coordinates with team members in provision of Pre-ESRD education as appropriate. </li><li> When appropriate, works with Case Manager to coordinate plan of care for patient education and identifies candidates to refer to physician for nutritional supplements, as per disease management agreements. </li><li> Reviews nutrition related lab results: </li></ul> - Counsels patient and/or caregiver and formulates appropriate action. - Recommends treatment changes to the interdisciplinary team as appropriate. - Communicates with physician and/or facility staff regarding lab results as appropriate. - Communicates lab results and recommended treatment changes to providers of patient care in nursing facilities (i.e. hospitals, short term and long term care facilities). <ul><li> Participates in pertinent staff meetings (i.e. general staff, quality improvement), Care plan meetings, and others as applicable. </li><li> Consults with FMS Corporate Dietitian regarding nutrition concerns as needed. </li><li> Maintains and improves knowledge and skills for a competent and innovative practice. </li><li> Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education hours as specified by American Dietetic Association and state licensure regulations where applicable. </li><li> Collaborates with interdisciplinary team, ensuring that all work areas are safe and clean. </li><li> Other nutrition management duties as assigned. </li></ul> 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. 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. EDUCATION: <ul><li>Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration. </li><li>Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged.</li><li>Current state licensure if applicable.</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Minimum of 1 year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.</li><li>Previous renal experience preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including ability to teach, strong organizational skills, excellent communication, customer service, relationship development, results orientation, team building and decision making.</li><li>Able to perform responsibilities with minimum supervision.</li><li>Basic computer skills required.</li></ul>EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization 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 organization 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 organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Related Education: <ul><li>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.</li></ul> Treatment: <ul><li>Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.</li><li>Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.</li><li>Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment</li><li>Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD). </li><li>Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed. </li><li>Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy. </li><li>Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document. </li><li>Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure</li><li>Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings. </li><li>Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed. </li><li>Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160. </li><li>Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes. </li><li>Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>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 registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection. </li><li>Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy. </li><li>Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. </li><li>Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN. Assists patients in performing self-care as applicable</li></ul> Staff Related <ul><li>Participates in the recruitment process for new clinical staff</li><li>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 organization.</li><li>May function as a preceptor in direct patient care training, as determined by state specific guidelines and regulations, to support the delivery of quality patient care as per the standards set forth in the organization Clinical Services Clinical Training Manual(s), organization policies and procedures, and organization training standards.</li><li>Delivers and maintains on-going competency evaluations/audits to ensure ongoing performance of other PCT's.</li><li>Collaborates with the Clinical Manager and Education Coordinator in driving organization quality standards through education regarding all ESRD regulatory and legal requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement.</li><li>Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.</li><li>Provides developmental support to applicable clinical and facility staff. </li></ul> Education/Communication: <ul><li>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. </li><li>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.</li><li>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 </li><li>Participates in implementing and potentially designs creative educational programs for PCT staff including contests and other team-based programs.</li><li>Collaborates with Clinical Managers and Education Coordinators in the scheduling and implementation of training programs and processes as directed.</li><li>Monitors processes in the delivery of patient care through regular Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. </li><li>Ensures all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices </li></ul><ul><li></li></ul><ul><li>Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate, and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).</li><li>Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.</li></ul> RECORD KEEPING: <ul><li> Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. </li><li> Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner. </li><li> Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff. </li><li> Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart. </li><li> Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination. </li><li> Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications. </li><li> Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier. </li></ul> INFECTION CONTROL: <ul><li> Assists with facility QAI infection control audits. </li><li> 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. </li><li> Reinforces new hire employee adherence to infection control Policies and Procedures </li><li> 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. </li><li> 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. </li><li> Under the direction of the Education Dept. participates in education response to internal and external facility surveys. </li><li> Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law</li></ul> TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT: <ul><li> Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care </li><li> Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law</li><li> Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan. </li><li>Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them. </li><li> Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit. </li><li>Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.</li><li> Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice. </li><li> Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee</li></ul>encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.<ul><li>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. </li><li>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 </li><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.</li></ul> EDUCATION AND LICENSES: <ul><li> High School diploma or G.E.D. required. Bachelor's degree preferred </li><li>Must have a valid PCT national certification or state specific certification as defined by Center for Medicaid/Medicare (CMS) All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards</li><li>Attendance and active participation in all applicable preceptor training programs as established by education leadership </li><li>Attends Fresenius and publicly offered skill-based training as assigned by Clinical Manager.</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : <ul><li> At least five years patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred. </li><li>Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.</li></ul>EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Patient Care Technician III - CCHT Preceptor

POSITION FEATURES: Prairie Clinic Address: 1717 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago, Illinois 60616 Clinic hours: MWF 4:30am-10:00pm & TThS 4:30am-5:00pm No previous dialysis experience needed, extensive PAID training is provided! PCT will work 3-4 shifts per week and e/o Saturday PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization 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 organization 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 organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Related Education: <ul><li>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.</li></ul> Treatment: <ul><li>Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.</li><li>Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.</li><li>Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment</li><li>Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD). </li><li>Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed. </li><li>Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy. </li><li>Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document. </li><li>Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure</li><li>Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings. </li><li>Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed. </li><li>Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160. </li><li>Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes. </li><li>Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>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 registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection. </li><li>Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy. </li><li>Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. </li><li>Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.</li></ul> Staff Related <ul><li>Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.</li></ul> Education/Communication: <ul><li>Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices</li><li>Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).</li><li>Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.</li></ul> RECORD KEEPING: <ul><li> Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. </li><li> Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner. </li><li> Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure </li></ul> omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff. <ul><li> Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart. </li><li> Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination. </li><li> Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications. </li><li> Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier. </li></ul> INFECTION CONTROL: <ul><li> Assists in collecting information for infection control audits. </li><li> Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices. </li><li> Follows infection control Policies and Procedures </li><li> Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.</li></ul> TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT: <ul><li> Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care </li><li> Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law</li><li> Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan. </li><li> Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them. </li><li> Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit. </li><li> Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up. </li><li> Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice. </li><li> Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee</li></ul>encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.<ul><li>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. </li><li>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 </li><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.</li></ul> EDUCATION AND LICENSES: <ul><li> High School diploma or G.E.D. required.</li><li>Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.</li><li> All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : <ul><li> Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.</li><li>Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.</li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

POSITION FEATURES: Job requires driving between facilities in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Los Lunas, and Santa Fe. Must have reliable transportation. PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients in accordance with FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Provides patient care under the direct visual supervision of a Registered Nurse (FMCNA RN) or in a treatment room immediately adjacent to an RN. Responsible for reporting and documenting all new and unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems to the RN.</li><li>Promotes and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAI) 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). </li><li> Promotes and assists in meeting Total Area Productivity goals (TAP).</li><li> With documented competency and proficiency may set up and prime equipment as directed by the Fresenius Nurse for renal replacement therapies (hemodialysis, continuous renal replacement and peritoneal dialysis therapies). </li><li> Welcomes assigned patients and inquires as to their well-being since their last treatment. Reports any complaints or observations to the FMCNA RN. </li><li> Evaluates vascular access for patency and reports any unusual findings to FMCNA RN. </li><li> Obtains necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight. Reports unusual findings to FMCNA RN. </li><li> (Stated above)Performs vascular access cannulation and reports any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to FMCNA RN. </li><li> 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. </li><li> Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled including narrow venous limits (NVL 160). </li><li> Records accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification. </li><li> Initiates renal replacement treatment according to prescribed orders including setting blood flow rate (QB) and dialysate flow rate (QD) or peritoneal dialysis as prescribed by the attending nephrologist. </li><li> Collects, labels specimens and ensures timely delivery to laboratory per facility policy. </li><li> Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician's order or as directed by FMCNA RN. Monitors patient's response to dialysis therapy and report any unusual findings to FMCNA RN. </li><li> Obtains vital signs prior to reinfusion; performing all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment- documentation. </li><li> Reports any change or unusual findings to FMCNA RN. </li><li> Performs and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention. </li><li> Evaluates patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provides appropriate intervention as needed, documents and reports any unusual findings to the FMCNA RN. </li><li> Discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures. </li><li> Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access - standing and sitting blood pressures prior to termination of venous access. Obtains hemostasis and applies appropriate dressings. Evaluates the patient prior to discharge and reports any unusual findings to the FMCNA RN </li><li> Performs and records Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight and vital signs with initial identification. </li><li> Other duties as required. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : <ul><li> 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. </li><li> Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work, interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. (percentage of travel) </li><li> Travel to meetings may be required. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li> May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. </li><li> The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. </li><li> This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to assist in moving machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet. </li><li> There is a two-person assist program and material assist devices for the heavier items. </li></ul> EDUCATION : High School Diploma required EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> 1 - 2 years' related experience. </li><li> Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Certification (CCHT) certification. </li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Acute Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The registered professional nurse (CAP RN 1) position is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program for Registered Nurses. The CAP RN 1 is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment planning intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. As a member of the Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) health care team the CAP RN 1 participates in decision-making teaching leadership functions and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy procedures standards of nursing practice state and federal regulations. <ul><li> Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Clinical Manager (CM) and with the guidance from the Educator Preceptor or a CAP RN 2 3 4 or 5 for the first 6 months of employment. </li><li> Expected to complete requirements to advance to the next CAP level for which they qualify within 24 months from date of hire. </li><li> Performs ongoing systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record adjusts or modifies the treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader Charge Nurse Clinical Manager or Physician as needed. </li><li> Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with appropriate health team members for input. </li><li> Assesses daily assigned patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary patient care staff as needed. </li><li> Directs and provides in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of chronic hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients. </li><li> Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s) and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. </li><li> Ensures correct laboratory collection processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections. </li><li> Ensures physician orders for assigned patients are entered and acknowledged in the Medical Record </li><li> Initiates or assists with emergency response measures. </li><li> Delegates appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. </li><li> Monitors patient care staff for appropriate techniques and adherence to FKC policy and procedures. </li><li> Promotes infection control equipment and environmental safety. </li><li> Assesses collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. </li><li> Identifies expected outcomes documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team. </li><li> Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options. </li><li> Makes referrals to Social Worker and Registered Dietitian as appropriate for individual patient education and counseling. </li><li> Checks availability of adequate emergency equipment and supplies as assigned. </li><li> Assists with medication tracking and inventory as assigned. </li><li> Serves as a resource for health care team participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. </li><li> Participates in all required staff meetings as scheduled. </li><li> Supports and promotes the FMCNA's mission vision values and customer service philosophy. </li><li> Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> 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. </li><li> The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move with assistance machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs. and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. 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. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk work computer work and interaction with patients facility/hospital staff and physicians. The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities. </li><li> May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in charge after the following: <ul><li> Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees plus </li><li> Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as an RN plus </li><li> Successful completion of 3 months experience in chronic hemodialysis. </li></ul></li></ul> EDUCATION: <ul><li> G raduate of an accredited School of Nursing. </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li><li> Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of nephrology nursing experience within the last two years or for RNs with a BSN and less than 1 year of nephrology nursing experience within the last two years. </li><li> Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred). </li><li> Chronic hemodialysis experience (preferred). </li><li> Successful completion of FKC Education and Training requirements for new employees. </li><li> Successful completion and maintenance of CPR BLS Certification. </li><li> Meet all conditions of employment including Ishihara's Color Blindness Test. </li><li> Successful completion of all annual required education/training/competencies. </li><li> Successful completion of on-going training and education as assigned or required. </li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. "The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Hourly Rate: $32.00 - $54.00"

Registered Nurse - RN

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The Patient Intake Coordinator requires excellent sales and customer service skills. This position is responsible for placing new and existing patients with Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC). Work in a fast-paced environment managing an average case load of 75 - 100 patients. Coordinating with a variety of referral sources (hospital discharge planners, FKC clinics, non-Fresenius clinics), the Patient Intake Coordinator is responsible for securing a schedule and ensuring that all patients receive financial and medical clearances in order to receive lifesaving dialysis from FKC. Must be able to multi-task and manage cases in Salesforce CRM while receiving and making multiple phone calls to place patients. This is a customer facing" role that is detail oriented. All patient referrals must be done timely and in compliance with company standard operating procedures along with all local, state and federal regulatory requirements. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul> <li>Responsible for placing patients through excellent sales and customer service skills. Perform case management while serving as the primary liaison with referral sources, clinics and discharge planners. Obtains chair times, financial clearance and medical clearance in a timely manner to ensure an expedited admissions process.</li> <li>Serves as the primary contact for the initial administration of patient referral calls and communications regarding patient admission to the clinics (chronic and/or acute) and home programs. Must have excellent phone skills and be able to multi-task. </li> <li>Coordinates the admissions process from the initial request for admission to patient placement in preferred clinic.</li> <li>Ensures all intake data for admissions requests are collected, completed and communicated according to the established standard operating procedures and in compliance with all regulatory requirements. May require navigation with various levels of clinic and management staff. </li> <li>Must be resilient and able to overcome objections and pushback. </li> <li>Obtains the necessary information to place a patient. This includes demographic, financial and clinical information through contact and/or interview with the referral provider, patient or patient representative to complete the admissions process.</li> <li>During transient or busy periods will assist other teams in the processing of referrals/calls. Must be able to work overtime when required.</li> <li>Interviews patient, patient's representative, or referral source to obtain the necessary personal and financial data to determine eligibility for admission.</li> <li>Utilizes appropriate call tracking and admissions program systems applications to ensure accurate documentation of calls. Familiarity with Salesforce, EMR systems a plus.</li> <li>Maintains and updates Salesforce with current data, pertinent information, and status of the admissions referral as appropriate, recording details of the inquiry/referral, complaints and issues. Must have good communication and documentation skills.</li> <li>Completes the preliminary paperwork and standard admissions forms to ensure efficient processing of admissions.</li> <li>Coordinates cross functionally with multiple departments and resources within FKC to successfully place patients across FKC's operational footprint.</li> <li>Promotes the efficiency of admissions process by answering phones and assisting callers in a professional and timely manner. Must be able to handle escalations and collaborate with supervisor/manager as necessary.</li> <li>Works closely with applicable insurance verification teams to ensure patient is financially cleared to be placed in an FKC facility.</li> <li>Communicates with individual clinics as needed based on current admissions process and provides prompt scheduling of patients and forwards necessary documents and records to the appropriate receiving facilities in a timely manner.</li> <li>Collaborates with facility staff and various levels of management to effectively resolve issues impacting a patient's admissions process.</li> <li>Immediately communicates to supervisor/manager any admissions denials from clinics or billing groups for further action and communication with management team.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. 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. SUPERVISION: None EDUCATION: High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree desirable; and Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul> <li>2 - 4 years' related experience.</li> <li>Excellent Sales & Customer Service, Communication, Organizational and Interpersonal skills required.</li> <li>Detail oriented with the ability to enter information accurately into a database system.</li> <li>Working knowledge of standard office applications - email, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.</li> <li>Completion of and compliance with the Marketing and Business Development Functional Compliance Program.</li> <li>Ability to adapt to change and support new policies and procedures in a positive manner.</li></ul>EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Patient Intake Coordinator ( Remote)

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Home Therapies RN CAP 2 may be an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) for new employees who meet the RN CAP 2 criteria or attained through advancement from RN CAP 1. This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations. <ul><li>Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse.</li><li>Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of dialysis data for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Supervisor or physician as needed.</li><li>Assesses, collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>Directs and provides, in collaboration with the patient, home care partner, direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the provision of safe and effective delivery of dialysis therapies to assigned patients.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>Serves as a resource, leader, coach, mentor and role model for new and incumbent employees by setting examples of appropriate behavior, work habits and attitudes towards patients, co-workers, supervisors and the company at the facility and area level. </li><li>Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.</li><li>Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.</li><li>Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.</li><li>Assists in the identification, evaluation, selection and education of Home Dialysis candidates and Home Partners.</li><li>Performs assessment and identifies barriers of the Home Dialysis candidate's home environment and partner/ family readiness and ability to perform dialysis treatments in the home. </li><li>Trains home dialysis patients and / or Home Partners on the safe, effective operation and maintenance of all Home Dialysis equipment and treatment supplies through a formal standardized Home Dialysis Training Program.</li><li>Participates in education and quality improvement projects at the facility and area level as directed by Supervisor.</li><li>May serve as a Preceptor to new employees.</li><li>Required to complete CAP requirements to either maintain or advance.</li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul> 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.<ul><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. </li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. </li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Rotates coverage with other licensed home therapy staff as assigned to ensure reliable and adequate coverage. </li><li>Position requires participation in on-call rotation, night, weekend, holiday or as defined by individual program needs.</li><li>The position may require travel to training sites, other facilities and patient homes.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations including patient's home with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li></ul> SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of RNs, LPNs/LVNs, Patient Care Technicians and Home Therapies Care Team Assistants as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:<ul><li>Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 3 months experience home dialysis therapies as a RN.</li></ul> EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Entry level for RNs with a minimum of 2 years or more of Nephrology Nursing experience within the last 2 years as a RN.</li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. "The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills and competencies and may fall outside of the range shown. Hourly Rate: $39.00 - $66.00"

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