RN Dialysis Navigator Job Fort Bridger Wyoming USA,Nursing

Position: RN Dialysis Navigator - FT
Location: Fort Bridger

Time Type:

Full time

Hours per Pay Period:

Shift:

As Assigned

Minimum:

$47.82 USD

Maximum:

$71.26 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job)

Department:

Medical Care Unit

Current Bay Area Hospital Employee:

If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site.

The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Job Description:

RN Dialysis Navigator

The RN Dialysis Navigator serves as the clinical resource and primary coordinator for patients requiring dialysis services throughout Bay Area Hospital. This position facilitates safe, timely, and coordinated dialysis care across the continuum by collaborating with patients, families, nephrologists, nursing staff, providers, contracted dialysis services, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.

The RN Dialysis Navigator provides clinical expertise related to dialysis care, supports transitions and continuity of care, identifies and assists in resolving barriers to treatment, and promotes adherence to established standards, policies, and evidence-based practices. The position also supports staff education, quality improvement, program development, and ongoing evaluation of dialysis services.

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Support the organization’s mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates and provides safe, individualized dialysis care, including assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of patient treatment.
Independently sets up, operates, monitors, disinfects, and troubleshoots the Tablo Hemodialysis System and performs prescribed dialysis therapies.
Manages dialysis access, including central venous catheters, arteriovenous fistulas, and grafts, in accordance with established standards and procedures.
Monitors patient response, laboratory results, treatment parameters, and clinical status; recognizes complications and initiates appropriate interventions.
Administers medications, blood products, and prescribed therapies in accordance with provider orders and organizational policies.
Coordinates dialysis services and patient care with nephrologists, providers, bedside nursing, pharmacy, case management, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Provides patient and family education regarding dialysis treatment, vascular access, fluid management, and ongoing care needs.
Serves as a clinical resource for dialysis-related care and supports staff education, orientation, and competency development.
Performs and documents required water quality testing, equipment safety checks, treatment documentation, and other regulatory requirements.
Supports continuity of care and transitions between inpatient services, outpatient dialysis providers, and other care settings.
Participates in quality assurance, process improvement, chart audits, regulatory readiness, and monitoring of dialysis program outcomes.
Assists with the development and implementation of dialysis policies, procedures, standards of care, and evidence-based practices.
Supports dialysis equipment and supply readiness and coordinates equipment concerns with leadership, Biomedical Engineering, and appropriate resources.
Participates in the…