Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Company: Employer
Location: Lacey
Posted on: April 9, 2021
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Job Description:
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values
and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance
Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy
requirements. Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care
team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients
under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with
FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with
regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal
agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis
machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working
environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality
Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those
related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in
process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that
patients will achieve the FMC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES: CUSTOMER SERVICE: Responsible for driving the
FMS culture through values and customer service standards.
Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and
internal customers. Develops and maintains effective relationships
through effective and timely communication. Takes initiative and
action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service
issues with all customers in a timely manner. PRINCIPAL
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES PATIENT CARE: Assist other health care
members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding
adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring
(OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling
(UKM), and regarding disease process/access. Welcome assigned
patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last
treatment. Report any complaints or observations to the nurse
supervisor. Evaluate vascular access for patency and report any
unusual findings to nurse supervisor. Obtain necessary pre and post
treatment vital signs and weight. Report unusual findings to nurse
supervisor. Perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment and
report unusual findings to nurse supervisor. Perform vascular
access cannulation and report any difficulties in cannulation or
unusual findings to nurse supervisor. Perform administration of
Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law. Initiate dialysis
treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB)
and dialysate flow (QD). Evaluate intradialytic problems and
provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as
directed. Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy and report
any unusual findings to nurse supervisor. Obtain vital signs prior
to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the
discontinuation of treatment - document. Discontinue dialysis
treatment according to established procedures, Evaluate patient
prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood
pressure. Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
Evaluate the patient for prior to discharge and report any unusual
findings to nurse supervisor. Perform and record Pre and Post
dialysis evaluation, weight and vital signs with initial
identification. Responsible for calculating and entry of individual
patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF)
goal; treatment time; Sodium (Na) modeling; and UF modeling as
prescribed. Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are
enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits (NVL) 160. Record accurate
and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment
parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial
identification. Responsible for accurate documentation of
information related to patient treatment including completion of
Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
Report any significant information and/or change in patient
condition directly to the nurse supervisor. Observe patient, and
conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report
any change or unusual findings to the nurse supervisor. Perform and
document any intervention for unusual patient status and document
patients' response to intervention. Evaluate patients' vascular
access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring
pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and
report any unusual findings to the nurse supervisor. Obtain all
prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL: Maintain environmental integrity and
aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean. Clean and
disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and
surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment
and document where appropriate. Perform all required pretreatment
dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system. Ensure that all
blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant
according to facility policy. Prepare, organize, and efficiently
utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. CLERICAL &
ADMINISTRATIVE: Complete and document ongoing participation in
Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. Enters all
treatment data into the designated clinical application accurately
and in a timely manner. Review treatment sheets for completeness,
ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure omitted
entries are completed or corrected where appropriate. Prepare
initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for
appropriate placement in chart. Prepare lab requisitions for
prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory
destination. Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab
samples according required laboratory specifications. Ensure
collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier. OTHER:
Perform additional duties as assigned. ADDENDUM FOR PATIENT CARE
TECHNICIANS WORKING IN THE HOME PROGRAMS (NOT HOME ASSIST):
Assisting the HT RN: May assist HT RN on Home Visit as directed
Reinforces PD / HHD education under supervision of qualified HT RN
Schedules and contacts patients regarding appointments Weigh
patient and obtain vital signs Collect treatment records and review
for completion. Notify RN of incomplete / missing records. Cleaning
and prepping treatment room; prep charts Preparing lab tubes and
requisitions & assisting with lab draw days both pre and post draw
(PCT certified phlebotomy or per state regulations) Clerical duties
as assigned (faxing, mailing to physician offices etc.) Obtain home
hemo water sampling as directed by the HT RN Set-up of the home
hemo machine and PD Cycler. Assist with exit site care when
directed by HT RN. Warm dialysate solution when directed by the HT
RN Draw dialysate solution for testing as directed by the HT RN
Creates and sends patient reminders (supply inventory for order,
Kt/V collection, bringing meds to clinic visit for review)
Assembles/breaks down charts/thins charts Maintains logs as
directed and applicable Inventory of Home Program Maintains par
levels of home department supplies Files home patient packing
slips/invoices Inventory for Patients Assists patient with supply
management and contacting customer service Qualifications 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. Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color
Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
Ishihara Test Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company
will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. Day to
day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction
with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires
travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the
community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings
may be required. The work environment is characteristic of a health
care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise
levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious
diseases/materials 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. This position requires frequent, prolonged
periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The
employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull
equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be
required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up
to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high
as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material
assist" devices for the heavier items. EDUCATION..... click apply
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Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted:
04/05/2021
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