Role Overview: The Inpatient RN CAP 2 provides clinically competent care for dialysis patients, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. They may delegate tasks to care staff and participate in decision-making, teaching, leadership, and quality improvement to enhance patient outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Perform patient assessments and document in medical records, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
- Educate patients and families on care needs and recognize deviations from normal patient status.
- Administer treatments, medications, blood transfusions, and respond to emergencies.
- Coordinate communication among healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Serve as a resource, mentor, and role model for staff and may assist in specialized care or outpatient settings.
- Complete CAP requirements for professional development and may supervise other staff as designated.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Current state licensure and CPR/BLS certification.
- Minimum of 2 years nephrology nursing experience, with preferred acute dialysis background.
- At least 6 months of acute dialysis experience for supervisory oversight.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting, assist with patient mobility, and work in a healthcare environment with exposure to infectious materials.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Physical & Work Environment: Involves standing, lifting, moving equipment up to 200 lbs., and working in a clinical setting with moderate noise and potential exposure to contagious diseases. May require travel, participation in on-call rotations, and adherence to safety protocols.
Compensation & Benefits: Hourly rate ranges from $39.00 to $55.00, based on qualifications and location. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and parental leave.