Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Dialysis
PruittHealth
Augusta, GA

Registered Nurse - Dialysis Manager

Dialysis Manager - Registered Nurse FUNCTION: The Dialysis Manager is responsible for supervising and coordinating the smooth and effective daily operation of the Dialysis Facility in order to maintain a safe, efficient environment to provide optimum patient care. The Dialysis Manager, RN is also responsible to provide a teaching environment in which training and education of the patient is provided in order that he/she may carry out all necessary hemodialysis, CAPD, or CCPD functions in his/her home. The position is responsible for quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, staff development, business management, teamwork, culture and employee satisfaction within a dialysis unit. The position is responsible for understanding, supporting, interpreting and implementing the philosophy and policies of the corporation. Assure the direction of assigned areas in accordance and compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state and federal agencies. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: 1. Demonstrates applicable knowledge of policies and procedures related to clinical Director, Coordinator/RN job descriptions. 2. Coordinates and supervises patient care and daily operations of the dialysis facility. a. Demonstrates applicable knowledge of the policies and procedures of providing patient care, including the patient's treatment, reuse, and water treatment facility. b. Supervises and monitors all care delivered to patients by ensuring all staff perform all aspects of patient care in accordance with facilities procedure, manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the state and federal agencies. c. Demonstrates ability to work with any patient or staff regardless of race, gender, disease process, life-style, religious or cultural beliefs, or treatment. d. Ensures or assists in scheduling patients to maintain optimum staff to patient ratios in accordance with patient acuity and operational goals. e. Supervises the safe ,effective, and economical use of all equipment involved in direct patient care. f. Maintains a safe environment by ensuring the staff utilize proper body mechanics and comply with all ESRD, OSHA, Board of Health and other regulatory policies. g. Ensures that technicians maintain supply inventory and overall operational condition of reuse, water, and other equipment. h. Ensures all patient records are completed appropriately and conform to legal and regulatory standards. i. Supervises and assists in the performance of all emergency operational procedures including the evacuation of patients in the event of emergency, fire and/or disaster. j. Participates in inspections by regulatory agencies and follows-up with recommendations/improvements. k. Reports all new or unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems to Unit Medical Director, Regional Vice President/Administrator using proper channels of communication. l. Responsible for approving and documenting overtime. 3. Provides leadership, direction and encouragement to staff to develop professional standards a. Communicates effectively by developing a working rapport with physicians, supervisors, co-workers, patients and families. b. Selects, motivates and develops clinical and office personnel. Addresses Human Resource issues promptly. c. Develops and facilitates activities of the multi-disciplinary team consisting of Hemo/PD Coordinators, social workers, renal dieticians, technical support and ancillary personnel to meet and/or exceed all daily operational requirements. d. Develops and participates in quality monitoring and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) programs. e. Cooperates with the unit social worker and dietician to provide maximum utilization of resources to meet the needs of the patient and family. f. Utilizes the performance appraisal system to motivate and develop employees. g. Cooperates with and supports other departments insuring effective interdepartmental and intradepartmental relationships. These departments include: facilities, staff development, human resources, purchasing, accounting, billing and collections, systems, payroll, biomedical engineering etc. h. Delegates duties such that staff can function in the absence of the Dialysis Manager. i. Supervises and assists Human Resources and Staff Development in patient and staff education, acts as a resource person. j. Promotes positive customer relations in daily contacts with physicians, visitors, hospitals, referral sources, patient's and employees. 4. Responsible for budgetary preparation, justification and performance. Manages staffing mix and patient scheduling to optimize patient outcomes and labor expense control. 5. Assumes responsibility and utilizes opportunities for personal and professional growth. a. Promotes, supports, and adheres to all policies outlined in the Employee Handbook. b. Seeks resources for direction, when necessary. c. Completes clinical and corporate training program(s) to successfully master ESRD patient care for hemodialysis, PD, management and business skills, leadership development, and gain confidence in listening and communication skills. d. Acquires information on the latest developments of dialysis technique by participating in scheduled inservice classes, and maintaining nephrology certification. 6. Performs additional duties, and is responsible for specific projects according to ability and experience to keep the unit functioning as efficiently as possible. MACHINES, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDS: Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and related ancillary and emergency equipment utilized in the facility such as: reuse equipment, water treatment, facilities, acid and bicarbonate preparation, microbiological maintenance procedures, computer, sphygmomanometer, manual conductivity meters, glucometer, hemodialysis machines, PD cyclers, centrifuge, EKG machines, scales, IV infusion pump, code cart, suction machine, electronic thermometers, oxygen administration equipment, and personal protective equipment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Current active RN state licensure. 2. Graduate from an accredited school of nursing (Baccalaureate degree in nursing or health related field preferred). 3. Minimum of 6 years experience in general nursing care plus a minimum of six months of dialysis experience and if for a home training center 3 months of which in a specific dialysis self-training activity as applicable. 4. Prior supervisory and/or management experience preferred. 5. Certification in Nephrology Nursing preferred. 6. Excellent knowledge of water systems, bypass, and emergency water system procedures preferred. 7. ICU/CCU experience desirable. 8. Successful completion of training course in theory and practice of hemodialysis. 9. Valid driver's license and insurance when using automobile to travel for business purposes, ability to travel. 10. Maintenance of current CPR Healthcare Recognition according to the American Heart Association. Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference. We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth! 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