What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Hemodialysis Nurse position at freedom dialysis / lone star home dialysis?
```Job Overview:```
Lone Star Home Dialysis is seeking qualified, experienced and compassionate Home Hemodialysis Nurse (LVN and RN) to provide one-on-one patient care ensuring the highest level of care, comfort, and safety.
Responsibilities:
- Work with interdisciplinary team of physicians, director of nursing, social worker, dietician and BioMed Tech to develop individualized dialysis treatment plans, following the established plan for better care and outcome.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status and dialysis needs.
- Educate patients and their families on home dialysis procedures, equipment and self-care techniques.
- Perform hemodialysis procedures in patients' homes, adhering to established protocols and safety standards.
- Monitor patients' vital signs, fluid balance, and response to treatment during each session.
- Provide support and encouragement to patients ensuring treatment adherence and positive outcomes.
- Document all patient encounters, treatment plans, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse
- A minimum of 18 months of acute or chronic hemodialysis dialysis experience (within the last 24 months)
- Current Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
- Excellent assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong commitment to patient-centered care, compassion, and empathy.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Job Types: Contract, PRN
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person