Role Overview: The Inpatient Services RN CAP 1 is an entry-level registered nurse responsible for delivering and coordinating clinically competent care for assigned patients.
Key Duties: Conducts patient assessments, develops and modifies treatment plans, administers medications, manages intradialytic transfusions, and documents responses. Provides patient and family education, collaborates with healthcare team, and participates in quality improvement activities. May delegate tasks to care staff and assist in staff training. Ensures compliance with policies, standards, and regulations. Handles emergency situations and communicates effectively with dialysis providers and facility personnel.
Qualifications & Skills: Graduate of an accredited nursing program, current state licensure, CPR/BLS certification, with a minimum of 9 months RN experience, including 6 months in acute dialysis preferred. Requires physical ability for patient handling and work in healthcare environment.
Supervision & Physical Demands: May oversee care staff after training completion, with physical demands including patient lifting, prolonged standing, and equipment handling. Work environment involves healthcare facility conditions with exposure to infectious materials.
Additional Requirements: Commitment to ongoing program advancement, participation in on-call duties, and travel between facilities.