Dialysis Home Therapies Nurse - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!
Company: Somatus, Inc.
Location: Fredericksburg
Posted on: March 12, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview:As the largest and leading value-based kidney care
company, Somatus is empowering patients across the country living
with chronic kidney disease to experience more days out of the
hospital and healthier at home.It takes a village of passionate and
tenacious innovators to revolutionize an industry and support
individuals living with a chronic disease to fulfill our purpose of
creating More Lives, Better Lived. Does this sound like you?Showing
Up Somatus StrongWe foster an inclusive work environment that
promotes collaboration and innovation at every level. Our values
bring our mission to life and serve as the DNA for every decision
we make:Authenticity: We believe in real dialogue. In any
interaction, with patients, partners, vendors, or our teammates, we
are true to who we are, say what we mean, and mean what we
say.Collaboration: We appreciate what every person at Somatus
brings to the table and believe that together we can do and achieve
more.Empowerment: We make sure every voice gets heard and all ideas
are considered, especially when it comes to our patients' lives or
our partners' best interests.Innovation: We relentlessly look for
ways to improve upon the status quo to continuously deliver new
solutions.Tenacity: We see challenges as opportunities for growth
and improvement - especially when new solutions will make a
difference for our patients and partners.Showing Up for YouWe offer
more than 25 Health, Growth, and Wealth Work Perks to help
teammates learn, grow, and be the best version of themselves,
including:Subsidized, personal healthcare coverage (medical, dental
vision)Accrual of 3 weeks' Vacation (PTO)Professional Development,
CEU, and Tuition ReimbursementCurated Wellness Benefits supporting
teammates physical and mental well-beingCommunity engagement
opportunitiesAnd more!The Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) and Home
Hemodialysis (HHD) Registered Nurse provides home hemodialysis care
and peritoneal dialysis treatment, including developing initial and
ongoing assessments, and providing patient training and education
as applicable. The PD and HHD Registered Nurse provides safe,
effective delivery of care under the oversight of the Medical
Director, Facility Administrator, Senior Director of Outpatient
Dialysis, and Vice President of Operations. He/she must comply with
the standards outlined in the policy and procedure manual, as well
as the regulations set forth by the company and any applicable
state and federal agencies.Will require daily travel up to
50%Responsibilities:Demonstrates high level of knowledge and
experience skills and competencies related to the Hemodialysis
Registered Nurse.Demonstrates ability to perform technical skills
for the PD and HHD Registered Nurse including the patient's
treatment, water treatment and preparation, and emergency
procedures as determined by the competency assessment
program.Delivers care to assigned patients as prescribed, including
all aspects of the PD and HHD procedure in accordance with state
requirements.Demonstrates ability to work with any patient or staff
and does not discriminate on any basis, including, but not limited
to, race, gender, disease process, lifestyle and religious or
cultural beliefs.Initiates, monitors, and discontinues dialysis
treatments according to established procedures. Assesses patients
pre/post treatment and reports problems to the Clinical Coordinator
(CC) and/or Facility Administrator.Establishes priorities of care,
both emergent and non-emergent.Develops and assimilates theoretical
and technical knowledge with observations, assessments, and
communication skills to detect dialysis and non-dialysis related
problems.Recognizes and utilizes opportunities for patient and
family education and training.Maintains a safe environment for
self, patients, and staff by utilizing proper body mechanics, and
following universal infection control precautions and cleaning
procedures under OSHA regulations.Dialyzes isolation patients
utilizing isolation precautions and prescribed procedures.Assesses
patients utilizing isolation precautions and prescribed
procedures.Performs hemodialysis access care according to
established procedures.Administers and documents medications as
authorized and documented in patient's health record by the
physician and further authorized or limited by the State Board of
Nursing Practice.Reports any significant information or change in
patient's condition to the Clinical Coordinator (CC) or Facility
Administrator.Documents clearly, completely, and accurately all
pertinent information during downtime of the electronic
record.Participates in the formulation, update, and revision of
nursing care plans, including long and short-term goals, according
to established guidelines.Performs or assists in the performance of
all emergency operational procedures, including the evacuation of
patients in the event of a fire and/or ordered mock drills.Assists
with and performs all procedures of safe operation, disinfections,
and inventory control according to corporate and departmental
policy, manufacturer recommendations and regulatory agency
guidelines.Assists in ordering supplies and maintaining supply
inventory and records in an efficient and cost-effective
manner.Assists in maintaining neat, orderly, and well-stocked
unit.Utilizes equipment, time and supplies economically.Maintains
competency in operations, sanitization, maintenance, and of all
equipment used for dialysis, water treatment and special
procedures.Actively participates with the supervisor and Biomedical
Engineering Department in the care, routine maintenance, cleaning,
and use of equipment.Reports all equipment and supply problems
appropriately and according to policy to repair
personnel/biomedical support staff.Picks up and delivers supplies,
blood samples, records, and reports as directed by the Clinical
Coordinator (CC) or Facility Administrator.Assumes administrative
duties under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator or Facility
Administrator.Assists in orientation and training of new and
existing staff.Assists in CQI projects with the health care
team.Communicates any water, equipment, or facility problems
quickly and appropriately following facility guidelines for
reporting.Communicates effectively with physicians, supervisor,
co-workers, patients, and families.Maintains positive working
relationships with Medical Director/Medical Staff.Actively
participates in unit staff meetings and in-services.Assist the
Clinical Coordinator (CC), Facility Administrator, Senior Director
of Outpatient Dialysis, and Vice President of Operations in staff
scheduling, including rotations, to ensure adequate
coverage.Assumes responsibility and utilizes opportunities for
personal and professional growth.Promotes, supports, and adheres to
all policies outlines in the Employee Handbook.Completes clinical
and corporate training programs(s) to successfully master chronic
patient care for home hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis (as
appropriate). Also, fosters development of leadership and
management skills and listening and communication skills.Acquires
information on the latest developments of dialysis technique by
participating in scheduled in-service classes.Seeks resources for
direction, when necessary.Please note this job description is not
designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,
duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for
this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at
any time with or without notice.Qualifications:Required Education
and ExperienceCurrent non-restricted RN licenseKnowledge, Skills,
and AbilitiesAbility to communicate clearly and concisely; both
orally and in writing.Ability to utilize computer skills to
generate effective reports.Ability to foster an environment of
cooperation, collaboration, and teamwork.Ability to prioritize
needs.Ability to work independently in unstructured
environment.Ability to relate to people in a manner which instills
confidence and establishes rapport.Ability to be flexible and
adaptable in the unit and corporate level.Ability to make sound
decisions in a timely manner.Ability to remain calm, interpret data
and conditions as presented, and to provide solutions under
stress.Ability to maintain confidentialityPhysical
RequirementsModerately active work involves lifting and carrying;
walking and standing for considerable lengths of time.Talking and
listening to communicate ideas or requirements to individual staff
members.Visual acuity to prepare and read written material
accurately.Audio acuity to listen attentively and
accurately.Ability to push, pull, mobilize (with assistance of
wheels, carts, and other equipment) approximately 50 lbs.Ability to
work overtime as needed to complete general responsibilities.Full
use of all extremities with hand dexterity.Other Duties : Please
note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities
that are required of the employee for this job. Duties,
responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or
without notice. Our priority is the health and safety of our
members, colleagues, partners, and community. Proof of COVID-19
Vaccination is required for employment. If you are unable to be
vaccinated for medical reasons or sincerely-held religious beliefs,
we will consider requests for reasonable accommodations consistent
with our policy, and where we are able to provide such
accommodations without undue hardship to the company. All requests
for proof of vaccination or for exemptions from the vaccination
requirement will be subject to any limitations stipulated by
current state and/or federal laws. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. Somatus, Inc. provides equal employment
opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color,
creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin,
disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected
by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes
affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and
employees are treated during employment without regard to any of
these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be
tolerated. IND1
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