RN Team Leader

**RN Team Leader**

Costa Mesa, California **Job ID** JR0005628 Fresenius Medical Care nurses are on the front line of patient care, improving the quality of life of every patient, every day. That means providing dialysis care to 10-12 patients at any given time, and collaborating with our multi-disciplinary team to deliver a unique care plan to each one of them. This role is all about relationships and the bond youll create with patients and their families. Prior dialysis nursing experience is helpful, but many successful candidates come from a background in ICU, PCU and/or surgery.

* Directs Patient Care Technician's provision of safe and effective delivery of chronic hemodialysis therapy to patients in compliance with standards outlined in the facility policy procedure manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.

* Delegates tasks to all direct patient care staff including but not limited to LVN/LPNs, Patient Care Technicians, and Dialysis Assistants.

* Ensures adequate staffing through daily management of staff scheduling when appropriate.

* Assesses daily patient care needs and develops appropriate patient care assignments.

* Routinely monitors patient care staff for appropriate techniques and adherence to facility policy and procedures.

* Assists Clinical Manager with staff performance evaluations.

* Participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.

* Participates in all required staff meetings as scheduled.

* Functions as Team Leader.

* Enforces all company approved policies and procedures, as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies and departments.

* Maintains overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.

* Act as a resource for other staff members.

* Routinely meets with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.

* Collaborate and communicate with physicians and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and coordinate care provided to the patient.

* Provides assistance as needed to patients regarding prescription refills according to FMCNA Policies.

* Ensures all physician orders are transcribed and entered into the Medical Information system in a timely manner.

* Oversees all documentation of patient information.

* Maintains facility drug list for all required stock medications.

* Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiates CPR and emergency measures in the event of a cardiac and/or respiratory arrest.

* Ensures verification and availability of adequate emergency equipment.

* Ensures provision of appropriate vaccinations, immunizations, and annual Tuberculosis (TB) testing.

* Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification if indicated.

* Administers PRN medications as prescribed and completes appropriate documentation of assessment of effectiveness.

* Maintains appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law.

* Assists with the coordination of patient transportation if necessary.

* Ensures educational needs of patients and family are met regarding End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

* Provides ongoing education to patients regarding their renal disease, vascular access and dialysis therapy, and other related health conditions.

* Discusses with patient, and records education related to diet/fluid and medication compliance.

* Provides patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where applicable - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM).

* Ensures transplant awareness, modality awareness, and drive catheter reduction.

* Educates patients regarding laboratory values and the relationship to adequate dialysis therapy, compliance with treatment schedule, medications, and fluid.

* Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)

* Current appropriate state licensure.

* Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.

* 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis.

* RN Team Leaders assuming responsibility for nursing and patient services in the absence of the Clinical Manager must have one-year clinical experience and six months ESRD experience.

* Supervisory or management experience preferred.

* Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.

* Good communication skills - verbal and written.

* Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any).

**Success Profile**

* Communicator

* Compassionate

* Detail Oriented

* Relationship Expertise

* Facilitator

* Leadership

**We've got your back.**

We fully believe that dedication and passion should be recognized and rewarded. That's why we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to all of our employees. Our benefits provide the flexibility, choice and support you need to be at your best as you play a vital part in helping patients live longer, better and healthier lives.

* **Healthcare**

**Healthcare**

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Healthcare FSA

+ Dependent Care FSA

+ Medical

+ Short/Long-term

Disability

* **Continuing Education**

**Continuing Education**

+ RN Tuition Assistance Program

+ Clinical Advancement Program (four practice tiers for RNs to advance your career)

* **Paid Time Off**

**Paid Time Off**

Flexibility in using PTO for vacation, holiday and personal time.

* **Collaborative Environment**

**Collaborative Environment**

+ Employee Pride

+ Valued Team Members

+ Motivation for Excellence

+ Respect & Dignity

+ Openness & Trust

* **Additional Perks**

**Additional Perks**

+ Adoption Assistance

+ Wireless, Automobile and Computer Discounts

+ Discount Fitness Program

* **401(K) Retirement Saving**

**401(K) Retirement Saving**

Competitive vesting schedules and a company match of 50 cents for each dollar you save up to the first 6% of your salary (3% additional) after one year of employment.

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