Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN - Dialysis
Company: Fresenius Medical Care
Location: Ventura
Posted on: January 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered
nurse (CAP RN 2) position may be an entry level CAP designation for
new employees that meet the CAP RN 2 criteria or attained through
advancement by the CAP RN 1. The CAP RN 2 is accountable and
responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically
competent care including assessment planning intervention and
evaluation for an assigned group of patients. As a member of the
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) health care team the CAP RN 2
participates in decision-making teaching leadership functions and
quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes
and facility operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All
duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in
accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy procedures standards
of nursing practice state and federal regulations. Performs all
essential functions under the direction of the Clinical Manager and
with the guidance from the Educator Preceptor or a CAP RN 2 3 4 or
5 for the first 3 months of employment. Required to complete CAP
program requirements to either maintain the CAP RN 2 level or
advance to CAP RN 3. Performs ongoing systematic collection and
analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment
for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record
makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated
and notifies Team Leader Charge Nurse Clinical Manager or Physician
as needed. Recognizes aspects and implications of patient status
that vary from normal and reports to or collaborates with
appropriate health team members for input. Assesses daily assigned
patient care needs and collaborates with direct and ancillary
patient care staff as needed. Directs and provides all aspects of
the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of chronic
hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients. Administers medications
as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s) and
documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
Ensures correct laboratory collection processing and shipping
procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient
laboratory collections. Ensures physician orders for assigned
patients are entered and acknowledged in the Medical Record.
Initiates or assists with emergency response measures. Delegates
appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not
limited to LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. Monitors patient
care staff for appropriate techniques and adherence to FKC policy
and procedures. Promotes infection control equipment and
environmental safety. Assesses collaborates and documents
patient/family's basic learning needs including direct and
ancillary patient care staff to provide initial and ongoing
education to patients and family. Serves as a leader coach mentor
and role model for new and incumbent employees by setting examples
of appropriate behavior work habits and attitudes towards patients
co-workers supervisors and the company at the facility and area
level. May serve as a Preceptor to new employees. As a Preceptor
fulfills the following: Demonstrates reinforces and encourages
attitudes and actions which are consistent with FKC Mission and
Core Values. Follows schedule established by the Education
Department to ensure that information presented in class is applied
in the clinical setting. Seeks opportunities for new employees and
communicates progress to Clinical Manager. Provides feedback about
new employee's progress to the CM and the Education Department
using evaluation tools and direct communication. Completes all
documentation in a timely manner. Maintains direct supervision of
the new employee until the employee is released to work
independently by the Education Department and CM. Encourages the
new employee to function independently within the constraints of
the training schedule and supplies positive feedback as well as
suggestions to improve knowledge and skills. Performs essential
functions of a Team Leader as assigned by the Clinical Manager or
Charge Nurse Performs essential functions of a designated Nurse in
charge as assigned by the Clinical Manager. Collaborates with the
interdisciplinary team in the assessment and development of patient
plans of care. Identifies expected outcomes documents and updates
the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients
through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team. Ensures
patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality
options. Makes referrals to Social Worker and Registered Dietitian
as appropriate for individual patient education and counseling.
Checks availability of adequate emergency equipment and supplies
daily as assigned. Assists with medication tracking and inventory
as assigned. Serves as a resource for health care team participates
in staff training orientation of new staff as assigned.
Participates in all required staff meetings as scheduled. Supports
and promotes the FMCNA's mission vision values and customer service
philosophy. Provides education to staff members regarding updates
to policy and procedures as directed by Supervisor. Participates in
education and quality improvement projects at the facility and area
level as directed by Supervisor. Performs all other duties as
assigned by Supervisor. 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. 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 move with
assistance machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs. and may lift
chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
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. Day to day
work includes desk work computer work and interaction with patients
facility/hospital staff and physicians. The position may require
travel to training sites or other facilities. May be asked to
provide essential functions of this position in other locations
with the same physical demands and working conditions as described
above. SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of patient care
technicians/LPNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in charge
after the following: Successful completion of all FKC education and
training requirements for new employees plus Must have a minimum of
3 months experience in chronic hemodialysis plus Achieve and
maintain all CAP RN 2 level criteria. EDUCATION: Graduate of an
accredited School of Nursing. Current appropriate state licensure.
Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she
is employed. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: Entry level for RNs
with 2 years or more of nephrology nursing experience within the
last two years or BSN plus 1 year of nephrology nursing experience
within the last two years. Chronic hemodialysis experience
(preferred). Successful completion of FKC Education and Training
requirements for new employees. Successful completion and
maintenance of CPR BLS Certification. Meet all conditions of
employment including Ishihara's Color Blindness Test. Successful
completion of all annual required education/training/competencies.
Successful completion of on-going training and education as
assigned or required. The rate of pay for this position will depend
on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications,
including relevant education, work experience, skills, and
competencies. Hourly Rate: $34.50 - $59 Benefit Overview: This
position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical,
dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid
time off, parental leave. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a
drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state
laws. EOE, disability/veterans
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