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Morton Grove, Illinois Advocate Aurora Health

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Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health for a nursing job in Morton Grove, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Home Health Discipline: RN Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: days Employment Type: Staff REGISTERED NURSE - HOME HEALTH CASE MANAGER LOCATION: NORTH CITY HOURS: DAYS This position is eligible for up to a $20,000.00 sign on bonus! You must be working in this same position at time of payout. Current internal team members are not eligible at this time JOB and UNIT SUMMARY: The Home Health division of Advocate Health Care is the largest home health and hospice services in Illinois and the RN will provide home care services to the homebound population and establish strong relationships with patients and caregivers in order to assist the patient in reaching their maximum potential. Advocate Home Health Services helps patients return home to continue the care that began in the hospital. Our team helps patients and caregivers become independent when managing their condition. The delivery of high level nursing care is critical to allowing the patient to remain at home and to preventing rehospitalization. All medical needs will be coordinated by the RN who is case managing the patient and utilizing the resources of the team, (i.e. social worker, CNA, MD, etc.) Document and connect with the care team thru point of care documentation. Required to make visits to private residences which may not be accessible to people with disabilities. THE ADVOCATE HOME HEALTH NURSE: Assumes primary responsibility for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for assigned patients in the comfort of their own homes. Set goals which demonstrate a holistic approach to patients and families. Assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level. Demonstrates a mastery of clinical skills. Nurse/Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum. Assuring/Improving Quality Care: Facilitates the patient and family’s right to receive quality, cost effective care. Patient/Staff Education: Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet those needs and achieve positive patient outcomes. Assists in creating an environment that promotes educational growth opportunities for nursing peers and colleagues. Nursing Process: Demonstrates the use of nursing process as a problem-solving model. Leadership/Collaboration/Professional Development: Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care. Demonstrates leadership behaviors and is committed to the development of self and others. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing One year of medical surgical experience in an acute or subacute care facility Current Illinois RN license Current CPR Earn 10.0 continuing education credits annually Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Ability to assist with ambulation including turning and transferring patients up to 200 pounds. Advocate Aurora Health Job ID R157599. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - Home Health-North City About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet® designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion. Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program Sign-On bonus

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Golf, Illinois Advocate Aurora Health

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Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health Case Management for a nursing job in Golf, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Case Management Discipline: RN Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: days Employment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities: Nurse/Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum. Demonstrates adaptive communication styles based on individual patient needs Provides individualized care to promote physical and psychosocial comfort Assesses patient and family readiness and involves them in planning and implementing care. Seeks consultation as needed. Incorporates an individualized, holistic approach in the plan of care Assuring/Improving Quality Care: Facilitates the patient and family’s right to receive quality, cost effective care. Mobilizes appropriate resources in response to situations that have the potential to negatively impact patient and family outcomes Adapts practice to the latest standards according to evidence-based literature. Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives Participates in efforts to reduce risk and improve patient safety Meets regulatory and mandatory requirements on the unit Patient/Staff Education: Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet those needs and achieve positive patient outcomes. Assists in creating an environment that promotes educational growth opportunities for nursing peers and colleagues. Assesses patient and family readiness to learn, and modifies approach as necessary Seeks out opportunities to enhance knowledge, skill, and competence of department members Nursing Process: Demonstrates the use of nursing process as a problem-solving model. Recognizes changes in clinical situations. Evaluates and implements changes to the plan of care Consistently makes sound clinical decisions, demonstrating the ability to care for patients with complex problems Prioritizes and organizes patient care and ensures follow through with planned care Initiates referrals and discharge planning for assigned patients and actively coordinates utilizing the interdisciplinary approach. Applies ethical decision making. Monitors for confidentiality and assures appropriate business conduct. Delegates correctly to unlicensed assistive personnel. Seeks resources for disruptive behavior that impedes care delivery. Leadership/Collaboration/Professional Development: Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care. Demonstrates leadership behaviors and is committed to the development of self and others. Participates in unit meetings and activities that improve patient care or administrative systems Utilizes available resources to maintain current knowledge base relevant to practice Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills, promoting collaboration among healthcare team members Demonstrates ability to critique own nursing practice and achieves required certifications or Bachelor’s Degree Earns a minimum of 10 contact hours per year Licensure: Nurse, Registered (RN) A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles. Education/Experience Required: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Earn 10 continuing education credits annually One year of medical surgical experience Has as demonstrated proficiency for the requirements for RN role Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Good communication and interpersonal skills Good documentation skills. Computer skills Good time management and organizational skills Familiarity with patient care equipment Current Illinois RN license Current CPR Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to work weekends, holidays, and different shifts in order to accommodate staffing Ability to take “on call” assignments. Ability to handle multiple tasks and complete work within short timeframes. Ability to transport objects, patients, and equipment Ability to respond quickly to patient needs and work at fast pace Work environment includes probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sick Routinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patients Ability to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unit Ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly Must be able to travel to all areas within the Advocate service area in all extremes of weather on all types of roads. Exposed to widely varying social and environmental conditions in patient’s neighborhoods and homes. Must be willing to work occasional overtime if needed. Required to make visits to private residences which may not be accessible to people with disabilities. Must be able to assist with ambulation including turning and transferring patients up to 200 pounds If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Advocate Aurora Health Job ID R150322. Posted job title: Home Health RN Case Manager About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet® designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion. Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program

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Morton Grove, Illinois Advocate Aurora Health

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Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health Case Management for a nursing job in Morton Grove, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Case Management Discipline: RN Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: days Employment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities: Nurse/Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum. Demonstrates adaptive communication styles based on individual patient needs Provides individualized care to promote physical and psychosocial comfort Assesses patient and family readiness and involves them in planning and implementing care. Seeks consultation as needed. Incorporates an individualized, holistic approach in the plan of care Assuring/Improving Quality Care: Facilitates the patient and family’s right to receive quality, cost effective care. Mobilizes appropriate resources in response to situations that have the potential to negatively impact patient and family outcomes Adapts practice to the latest standards according to evidence-based literature. Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives Participates in efforts to reduce risk and improve patient safety Meets regulatory and mandatory requirements on the unit Patient/Staff Education: Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet those needs and achieve positive patient outcomes. Assists in creating an environment that promotes educational growth opportunities for nursing peers and colleagues. Assesses patient and family readiness to learn, and modifies approach as necessary Seeks out opportunities to enhance knowledge, skill, and competence of department members Nursing Process: Demonstrates the use of nursing process as a problem-solving model. Recognizes changes in clinical situations. Evaluates and implements changes to the plan of care Consistently makes sound clinical decisions, demonstrating the ability to care for patients with complex problems Prioritizes and organizes patient care and ensures follow through with planned care Initiates referrals and discharge planning for assigned patients and actively coordinates utilizing the interdisciplinary approach. Applies ethical decision making. Monitors for confidentiality and assures appropriate business conduct. Delegates correctly to unlicensed assistive personnel. Seeks resources for disruptive behavior that impedes care delivery. Leadership/Collaboration/Professional Development: Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care. Demonstrates leadership behaviors and is committed to the development of self and others. Participates in unit meetings and activities that improve patient care or administrative systems Utilizes available resources to maintain current knowledge base relevant to practice Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills, promoting collaboration among healthcare team members Demonstrates ability to critique own nursing practice and achieves required certifications or Bachelor’s Degree Earns a minimum of 10 contact hours per year Licensure: Nurse, Registered (RN) A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles. Education/Experience Required: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Earn 10 continuing education credits annually One year of medical surgical experience Has as demonstrated proficiency for the requirements for RN role Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Good communication and interpersonal skills Good documentation skills. Computer skills Good time management and organizational skills Familiarity with patient care equipment Current Illinois RN license Current CPR Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to work weekends, holidays, and different shifts in order to accommodate staffing Ability to take “on call” assignments. Ability to handle multiple tasks and complete work within short timeframes. Ability to transport objects, patients, and equipment Ability to respond quickly to patient needs and work at fast pace Work environment includes probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sick Routinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patients Ability to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unit Ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly Must be able to travel to all areas within the Advocate service area in all extremes of weather on all types of roads. Exposed to widely varying social and environmental conditions in patient’s neighborhoods and homes. Must be willing to work occasional overtime if needed. Required to make visits to private residences which may not be accessible to people with disabilities. Must be able to assist with ambulation including turning and transferring patients up to 200 pounds If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Advocate Aurora Health Job ID R150322. Posted job title: Home Health RN Case Manager About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet® designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion. Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program

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Des Plaines, Illinois Advocate Aurora Health

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Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health Case Management for a nursing job in Des Plaines, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Case Management Discipline: RN Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: days Employment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities: Nurse/Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum. Demonstrates adaptive communication styles based on individual patient needs Provides individualized care to promote physical and psychosocial comfort Assesses patient and family readiness and involves them in planning and implementing care. Seeks consultation as needed. Incorporates an individualized, holistic approach in the plan of care Assuring/Improving Quality Care: Facilitates the patient and family’s right to receive quality, cost effective care. Mobilizes appropriate resources in response to situations that have the potential to negatively impact patient and family outcomes Adapts practice to the latest standards according to evidence-based literature. Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives Participates in efforts to reduce risk and improve patient safety Meets regulatory and mandatory requirements on the unit Patient/Staff Education: Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet those needs and achieve positive patient outcomes. Assists in creating an environment that promotes educational growth opportunities for nursing peers and colleagues. Assesses patient and family readiness to learn, and modifies approach as necessary Seeks out opportunities to enhance knowledge, skill, and competence of department members Nursing Process: Demonstrates the use of nursing process as a problem-solving model. Recognizes changes in clinical situations. Evaluates and implements changes to the plan of care Consistently makes sound clinical decisions, demonstrating the ability to care for patients with complex problems Prioritizes and organizes patient care and ensures follow through with planned care Initiates referrals and discharge planning for assigned patients and actively coordinates utilizing the interdisciplinary approach. Applies ethical decision making. Monitors for confidentiality and assures appropriate business conduct. Delegates correctly to unlicensed assistive personnel. Seeks resources for disruptive behavior that impedes care delivery. Leadership/Collaboration/Professional Development: Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care. Demonstrates leadership behaviors and is committed to the development of self and others. Participates in unit meetings and activities that improve patient care or administrative systems Utilizes available resources to maintain current knowledge base relevant to practice Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills, promoting collaboration among healthcare team members Demonstrates ability to critique own nursing practice and achieves required certifications or Bachelor’s Degree Earns a minimum of 10 contact hours per year Licensure: Nurse, Registered (RN) A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles. Education/Experience Required: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Earn 10 continuing education credits annually One year of medical surgical experience Has as demonstrated proficiency for the requirements for RN role Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Good communication and interpersonal skills Good documentation skills. Computer skills Good time management and organizational skills Familiarity with patient care equipment Current Illinois RN license Current CPR Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to work weekends, holidays, and different shifts in order to accommodate staffing Ability to take “on call” assignments. Ability to handle multiple tasks and complete work within short timeframes. Ability to transport objects, patients, and equipment Ability to respond quickly to patient needs and work at fast pace Work environment includes probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sick Routinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patients Ability to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unit Ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly Must be able to travel to all areas within the Advocate service area in all extremes of weather on all types of roads. Exposed to widely varying social and environmental conditions in patient’s neighborhoods and homes. Must be willing to work occasional overtime if needed. Required to make visits to private residences which may not be accessible to people with disabilities. Must be able to assist with ambulation including turning and transferring patients up to 200 pounds If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Advocate Aurora Health Job ID R150322. Posted job title: Home Health RN Case Manager About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet® designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion. Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program

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Patient Care Assistant

60208 Evanston, Illinois Skills For Chicagoland's Future

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Skills for Chicago

Is a Chicago-based nonprofit that removes barriers to employment by eliminating biases that disqualify candidates unnecessarily. Working with local and global companies, Skills brings opportunities to neighborhoods and municipalities throughout the Chicagoland area. To be eligible for Skills for Chicagoland's Future's services, candidates must reside in Illinois or Indiana, be authorized to work in the United States, and be either unemployed or underemployed.

Endeavor Health

NorthShore University HealthSystem, Edward-Elmhurst Health, Swedish Hospital and Northwest Community Healthcare are now united under one name: Endeavor Health Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. With more than 25,000 team members, they aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Job Highlights
  • Provide care to patients on assigned unit under the direction of a Registered Nurse 
  • Perform tasks such as vital signs monitoring, 12-Lead EKGs, bladder ultrasounds, blood glucose checks, Foley catheter and IV adapter removal, specimen collection, and assisting with bathing, feeding, turning, and ambulating patients 
  • Assist with patient admissions, preparation for discharge, and implementing patient-specific care plans 
  • Maintain hourly rounding, assist with safety protocols, and provide emotional support to patients 
  • Ensure a safe environment for patients and deliver a positive, high-quality experience 


Candidate Profile
  • Current CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required 
  • Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program or at least one nursing clinical rotation is preferred
  • 1+ year of relevant experience in a medical office is required
  • Must have basic computer proficiency for charting and patient documentation 
  • Relevant soft skills include interpersonal skills, prioritization, collaboration, and ability to follow directions 


Additional Information
  • Endeavor Health is primarily hiring for Evanston Hospital at this time 
  • Overnight, weekend, and holiday shift differentials are available 
  • Full-time and part-time (16 & 24 hour) schedules


Location

Chicago

Benefits

Dental;Employee Assistance;Life Insurance;Long Term Disability;Medical;Paid Training/Personal Development;Parent Leave;Personal;Retirement/401K;Rx/Pharmacy Benefits;Short Term Disability;Sick;Transportation Reimbursement;Tuition Reimbursement;Vacation;Vision

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Patient Care Technician

53140 Kenosha, Wisconsin Fresenius Medical Care North America

Posted 9 days ago

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**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:
+ Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
+ Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
+ Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
+ Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
+ Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
+ Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
+ Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy.
+ Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
+ Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
+ Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
+ Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
+ Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
+ Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
+ Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
+ Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
+ Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
+ Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
+ Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
+ Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
+ Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
+ Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
+ Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
+ Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
+ Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.
**Staff Related**
+ Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
**Education/Communication:**
+ Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices
+ Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
+ Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
+ Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
+ Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
**RECORD KEEPING:**
+ Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
+ Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
+ Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
+ Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
+ Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
+ Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
+ Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
**INFECTION CONTROL:**
+ Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
+ Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
+ Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
+ Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.
**TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:**
+ Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
+ Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
+ 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.
+ Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.
+ Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
+ Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
+ Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice.
+ Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
**PHYSICAL** **DEMANDS** **AND** **WORKING** **CONDITIONS:**
+ The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
accommodations can be made.
+ Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
+ The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
+ The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation.Equipmentaidsand/orcoworkersmayprovideassistance.Thispositionrequiresfrequent,prolongedperiodsof 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.
**EDUCATION** **AND** **LICENSES:**
+ HighSchooldiplomaorG.E.D. required.
+ Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
+ Allappropriatestatelicensure,education,andtraining(ifany) required.
+ Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards
**EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS** **:**
+ Previouspatientcareexperienceinahospitalsettingorarelatedfacility preferred.
+ Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
**_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.**
**EOE, disability/veterans**
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Patient Care Technician

53140 Kenosha, Wisconsin Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.

Posted 16 days ago

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Permanent

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:

  • Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.

Treatment:

  • Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.

  • Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.

  • Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment

  • Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).   

  • Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.   

  • Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy. 

  • Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.   

  • Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure

  • Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.   

  • Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.

  • Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification   

  • Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.   

  • Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.   

  • Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification   

  • Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.   

  • Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.

  • Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.

  • Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.

  • Evaluate patients’ vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.

  • Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.   

  • Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.   

  • Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.   

  • Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.

Staff Related

  • Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.

Education/Communication:

  • Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices

  • Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.

  • Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.

  • Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).

  • Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.

RECORD KEEPING:

  • Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.  

  • Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.   

  • Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure

omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.

  • Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.

  • Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.   

  • Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.   

  • Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.

   

INFECTION CONTROL:

  • Assists in collecting  information for infection control audits.   

  • Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.   

  • Follows infection control Policies and Procedures   

  • Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.

   

TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:

  • Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care 

  • Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient     as allowed by state law

  • 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.   

  • Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.

  • Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.

  • Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.

  • Assists with coordination of transition to patient’s modality choice.   

  • Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

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  • The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

  • encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

    individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    • Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the

    Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable

    accommodations can be made.

    • Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.   

    • The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials   

    • 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.

    EDUCATION AND LICENSES:

    • High School diploma or G.E.D. required.

    • Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.

    • All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.

    • Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards

    EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :

    • Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.

    • Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.

    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.

    EOE, disability/veterans

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