Sanford Health ยท 4 weeks ago
Dialysis Technician- New town
New Town, ND
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19/hr - $23/hr
1+ years expSanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. The Dialysis Technician will perform delegated nursing interventions to stable dialysis patients under the supervision of a registered nurse, including initiation and monitoring of dialysis treatments and ensuring proper operation of dialysis equipment.
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Responsibilities
Performs the delegated nursing interventions to the stable dialysis patient under direct supervision of the registered nurse
Prepares dialysis equipment for patient treatment according to the dialysis prescription; this includes safety tests and setting alarm limits according to policy
Inspect the access site and perform cannulation of the dialysis access to initiate the treatment
Obtains blood samples via the dialysis lines or access site
Adjusts blood flow rates and fluid removal rates according to policy
Monitors and documents dialysis treatment parameters/vital signs and makes adjustments to treatment parameters, under the direction of the licensed nurse
Initiate and discontinue dialysis treatments
Responds to dialysis related emergencies, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, under the direction of the licensed nurse
Administers the medication considered part of the hemodialysis treatment to include: Heparin, local anesthetic via intradermal route, and Normal Saline
Knowledge of and application of dialysis infection control practices that include, but not limited to; Use of personal protective equipment, disinfection of equipment and supplies, dialysis station sanitization, and isolation precautions
Demonstrate proficiency in computerized charting, software applications, and other computer skills
Knowledge of water system components, water system testing, and application of appropriate actions to take if monitoring parameters out of defined limits
Participates in the orientation and education of dialysis technicians
Qualification
Required
High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) is required
Must possess or obtain certification as a Hemodialysis Technician from the National Nephrology Certification Commission (NNCC), the Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology (BONENT), or other approved certifying agency within 18 months of hire
If working in North Dakota (ND) must be on the Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) Registry through the Board of Nursing at the time employment begins
If working in South Dakota (SD), must register as Unlicensed Dialysis Technician through the SD Board of Nursing once certification is received (within 18 months)
Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) is required through the American Heart
Preferred
One-year experience in a health care environment is preferred
Dialysis experience preferred
Knowledge of various equipment/supplies and its general use, medical terminology, and computer skills preferred
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
A 401(k) retirement plan
Work/life balance benefits
A generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance
Company
Sanford Health
Sanford is a healthcare company providing research, education and clinical care.
10001+ employees
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CEO
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President & Chief Executive Officer
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