Registered Practical Nurse - Hemodialysis
Core
Provide quality patient-focused nursing care to less complex hemodialysis patients, ensuring safety and well-being through assessment, treatment, and health education.
Role type
Registered Practical Nurse (Hemodialysis)
Builds
Hemodialysis treatments and patient care plans
Domain
Healthcare / Nephrology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Hemodialysis patient care, Vascular access management, Infection control, Emergency response, Health teaching, Medication administration, Patient assessment, BCLS certification
Preferred skills
Nephrology certification, Leadership, Critical thinking, Stress management
Technologies
Hemodialysis machines, Vascular access equipment
Responsibilities
Monitor patient health status during dialysis, Respond to emergency situations, Provide discharge instructions to patients and families, Collaborate with inter-professional healthcare team, Maintain infection control measures, Administer medications and treatments