New Graduate RN

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: Performs vascular access evaluation pre-treatment. Performs and records Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight and vital signs with initial identification.

Performs vascular access cannulation and reports any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor. Initiates dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD). Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.

Monitors patients’ response to dialysis therapy. Obtains vital signs prior to reinfusion; performs all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment and documents appropriately. Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.