Registered Nurse RN - Surgery Center -FT 32HR - Fresenius Medical Care
Company: Fresenius Medical Care
Location: Montebello
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
This is a FT RN position in our Bellflower, CA surgery center.
You must be available to work one Saturday per month. Hours are
7:30am to 4:00pm. PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission,
vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the
FVC/FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory
and FVC/FMS policy requirements. Provides direct nursing care pre,
during and post procedure, under the direction of the Facility
Manager and/or Charge Registered Nurse, utilizing standard nursing
techniques to assist the physician in optimum patient outcomes
following facility policies and procedures. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: QUALITY: Responsible for supporting and driving
FVC quality standards through meeting regulatory and accrediting
body requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality
Improvement (CQI), including use of FVC/FMS CQI tools. Assists with
implementation of FVC quality goals and facility specific action
plans in order to achieve FVC quality standards. Accountable for
outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the FVC quality
goals, to ensure that FVC/FMC policies and procedures are followed.
Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action
thresholds in collaboration with facility management. Maintains
integrity of medical records and other FVC administrative and
operational records. Complies with all data collection and auditing
activities. Maintains facility environmental integrity and safety.
PATIENT: Obtains necessary medical history, discusses procedure and
answers questions, and performs nursing assessment on the day of
the procedure. Provides education to patients and patient's family
regarding post procedure care of vascular access. Monitors patient
condition before, during and after the procedure, especially
patients having moderate sedation and contrast media injections for
possible complications or reactions. Acts as a resource for the
patient to address patient concerns and questions. Identifies and
communicates patient related issues to facility management, as
needed. Completes documentation of patient information from
admission to discharge in an accurate manner. Confirm written
orders, consents and lab work are completed and documented in
accordance with facility policies. This includes appropriate
preparation of lab requisitions; delivery to appropriate labs;
reporting and forwarding of lab results to appropriate physician.
Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures, and
initiates CPR and emergency measures, as needed. Administers
medications and IV moderate sedation to patients as directed per
physician's orders, and in compliance with FVC, company, federal,
state and local regulations. Acts as scrub technologist to assist
the physician during procedure as needed; maintaining a sterile
technique. Assists with patient workflow by transporting patients
as needed. Performs point - of - care laboratory testing as
directed per physician's orders and in compliance with FVC,
company, federal, state and local regulations. Performs IV
insertion as per physician orders. Performs additional tasks as
designated by Physician, practicing in compliance with state
regulations. PHYSICIANS: Provides regular and effective
communication with physicians on an as needed basis. Attends and
participates in CQI meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned
topics. May assist facility management in working with the
physicians and staff to verify all necessary instruments and
equipment. Assists the physician in completing and reporting state
required adverse event reports and reporting internally as per
FVC/FMC policy and procedure. MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL: Operates
appropriate facility equipment and technology, including but not
limited to, patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording
devices, sterilizers and computers in a safe and efficient manner.
Inspects operation of all facility equipment and reports
malfunctions, and maintenance needs to ensure the safe and
effective operation of all vascular access equipment. Inspects
operation of all facility operating systems, including temperature
checks in appropriate areas and physical structure of the facility
and reports any issues to the Facility Manager. Ensures a clean,
safe and sanitary environment in the vascular access facility at
all times. Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed
according to the FVC/FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.
ADMINISTRATIVE: Assists with efficient utilization of medication,
laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply
cost goals following all guidelines established in the FVC/FMS
formularies. May assist in the development and revision of any
applicable policies and procedures related to the facility to
ensure continuous process improvement. Assists with Continuous
Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports and
attending meetings as required. Assists with maintaining medication
supply, including inventory control, checking for expired
medications, and ensuring appropriate recording of controlled
substances as required by law. Completes usage logs for all
medications with appropriate documentation, as well as, records of
drug disposal in accordance with local, state, and federal law.
Assists with maintaining facility supply inventory, including
ordering and restocking of supplies as needed. Examines emergency
equipment and supplies, including stocking of the crash cart on a
regular basis. Completes medical records in an accurate manner in
compliance with FVC policies and procedures prior to discharge of
the patient. Perform chart audits on a regular basis. May
participate in facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and
action plans to address any deficiencies. Completes state required
records for all implanted devices in an accurate and timely manner
and in accordance with FVC/FMS records management guidelines.
Participates in staff meetings, training and orientation as
assigned. Complies with HIPPA policies and standards regarding
patient information and medical records. Assist with various
projects as assigned by direct supervisor. Other duties as
assigned. 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. Day to day work includes desk and personal
computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and
physicians. 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. The position requires frequent prolonged
periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The
employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance,
patients and equipment of up to 200 lbs. There is a two-person
assist program and material assist devices for the heavier items.
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility
with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be
exposed to infectious, contagious diseases/materials and radiation.
May be required to wear protective gear in procedure rooms for
extended periods of time. EDUCATION: High School Diploma required;
Associate's Degree desirable; and Bachelor's Degree strongly
preferred Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.)
Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification
required. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS 4 - 6 years' related
experience. Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access, Cardiac
Cath Lab, or a combination of ASC, surgical, Interventional
Radiology and ICU/CCU or emergency department experience preferred.
Proficient in the use of computers and related software such as
Microsoft Office is necessary. Proficient in IV insertion.
Proficient in cardiac rhythm recognition. Experience with Medical
database software. 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.
"The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful
candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant
education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Hourly Rate:
$39.00 - $66.00"
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