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Assistant Clinical ProfessorUIW MissionPosition SummaryThe Rosenberg School of Optometry invites full-time, non-tenure track, faculty candidates for Assistant Clinical Professor. The Assistant Clinical Professor is expected to conduct classroom and clinical laboratory teaching in optometry theory and the clinical examination course series, consistent with the department's needs. This position may have responsibilities in the areas of ocular disease, pediatrics, and/or low vision. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities.Essential Functions• Perform clinical duties in RSO Eye Care Clinics.• Participate in curriculum development and advancement of the respective program.• Prepare course outlines based on approved departmental syllabi.• Prepare and deliver consistent, interactive course lectures that align with curriculum goals.• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.• Prepare timely and meaningful exams, projects, and assessments for assigned courses.• Advise and mentor students; provide individual assistance to students during weekly office hours.• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook and Clinical policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.• Perform regular scholarly research and publication.• Provide service to the respective department, college, university, community, and profession.• Perform other duties as assigned.Job DutiesKnowledge Skills and Abilities• Effective instructional delivery; ability to actively engage students in the learning process.• Proficiency in the use of instructional technology.• Ability to work collegially and productively within the university community.• Ability to conduct respectful relationships with students both in and outside the classroom.• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.Required EducationOD from an accredited School or College of Optometry.Required Work ExperienceThree (3) to five (5) years of experience as an OD.Preferred Qualifications• Advanced academic degrees.• Prior experience in residency training.• Prior teaching experience.Required Certifications, Licenses or RegistrationsLicensure to practice full-scope Optometry in Texas; if a license is not possessed, the selected candidate must obtain an optometry license for the state of Texas by the date of assignment.Work HoursBased on course assignment.Physical Demands• Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods.• Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage faculty, staff, and potential/current students, as well as attend meetings on and off campus.Posting Number: UN858POJob Type: Full TimeJob Category: FacultyDesired Start Date: 08/01/2025Position End Date (if temporary):Reports To: Dean, Rosenberg School of OptometrySalary: Commensurate with ExperienceOpen Date: 06/13/2025Close Date:Open Until Filled: YesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantNone.To apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6309036UIW" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6309036UIW</a> is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).jeid-be028eca2bf59c4d92d41d55df5963ea

University of the Incarnate Word

Assistant Clinical Professor

Associate Clinical ProfessorUIW MissionPosition SummaryThe Rosenberg School of Optometry invites full-time, non-tenure track, faculty candidates for Associate Clinical Professor. The Associate Clinical Professor is expected to conduct classroom and clinical laboratory teaching in optometry theory and the clinical examination course series, consistent with the department's needs. This position may have responsibilities in the areas of ocular disease, pediatrics, and/or low vision. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities.Essential Functions• Perform clinical duties in RSO Eye Care Clinics.• Participate in curriculum development and advancement of the respective program.• Prepare course outlines based on approved departmental syllabi.• Prepare and deliver consistent, interactive course lectures that align with curriculum goals.• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.• Prepare timely and meaningful exams, projects, and assessments for assigned courses.• Advise and mentor students; provide individual assistance to students during weekly office hours.• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook and Clinical policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.• Perform regular scholarly research and publication.• Provide service to the respective department, college, university, community, and profession.• Perform other duties as assigned.Job DutiesKnowledge Skills and Abilities• Effective instructional delivery; ability to actively engage students in the learning process.• Proficiency in use of instructional technology.• Ability to work collegially and productively within the university community.• Ability to conduct respectful relationships with students both in and outside the classroom.• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.Required EducationOD from an accredited School or College of Optometry.Required Work Experience• At least five (5) years of experience as an OD.• Prior teaching experience in an academic setting.Preferred Qualifications• Advanced academic degree.• Prior experience in residency training.Required Certifications, Licenses or RegistrationsLicensure to practice full-scope Optometry in Texas; if a license is not possessed, the selected candidate must obtain an optometry license for the state of Texas by the date of assignment.Work HoursBased on the course assignment.Physical Demands• Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods.• Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage faculty, staff, and potential/current students, as well as attend meetings on and off campus.Posting Number: UN857POJob Type: Full TimeJob Category: FacultyDesired Start Date: 08/01/2025Position End Date (if temporary):Reports To: Dean, Rosenberg School of OptometrySalary: Commensurate with ExperienceOpen Date: 06/13/2025Close Date:Open Until Filled: YesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantNone.To apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6309035UIW" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6309035UIW</a> is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).jeid-82ae5c4e51533541903ac3fd70e9c879

Associate Clinical Professor

Assistant/Associate Professor of PathologyUIW MissionPosition SummaryThe Department of Applied Biomedical Sciences invites candidates for Assistant/Associate Professor of Pathology within the University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM). This full-time, non-tenure, faculty position will teach in the area of Pathology and is responsible for facilitating small interactive group sessions engaging in case-based and large group discussions.In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities, as assigned.Essential Functions• Per the UIWSOM mission, accreditation standards, and UIW guidelines, implement a transformative curriculum that involves the collaborative development and facilitation of innovative and integrated learning strategies within a clinical context.• Engage with and educate the community with respect to osteopathic medical educational practices and scholarship.• Perform regular scholarly research and publication; support clinically relevant community-based, social justice-based, and medical education research and scholarship, consistent with the UIWSOM Research and Scholarly Activity Strategic Plan.• Integrate national trends in medical education and discipline into innovative educational practice.• Serve on committees and subcommittees as appointed by the Dean and participate in graduation and white coat ceremonies.• Actively participate in professional development activities to improve academic skills and facilitation of a medical curriculum.• Undergo training to qualify as a facilitator in the case-based learning program and UIWSOM curriculum delivery methods.• Actively engage in student mentoring and advising.• Advise students and provide individual help to students during weekly office hours.• Provide service to the department, college, university, community, and profession.• Comply with UIW Faculty Handbook processes and policies.• Perform other duties as assigned.Job DutiesKnowledge Skills and Abilities• Effective instructional delivery.• Proficient in use of instructional technology.• Ability to actively engage students in the learning process.• Ability to conduct respectful relationships with students both in and outside the classroom.• Ability to work collegially and productively within the university community.• Strong communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal.• Demonstrated proficiency in ability to collect and manage data to track performance outcomes to ensure comparable educational experiences.• Strong team-building and conflict resolution skills.• Ability to strategically prioritize resources necessary for program support.• Demonstrated proficiency of knowledge and commitment to current trends in medical education and educational technologies.• Ability to teach in a collaborative, integrated case-based model, in which biomedical sciences are taught in a clinical context.• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.Required EducationDO or MD from a COCA or LCME-accredited medical school.Required Work Experience• Three (3) years of relevant experience within the field of Pathology.• Training in an accredited Pathology residency program.Preferred Qualifications• Experience working on a team of physician faculty in an academic setting.• Experience teaching in small and/or large group settings.• Experience in computer-assisted delivery of course content.• Evidence of teaching excellence and progressive leadership experience in a health profession's educational setting.• Demonstrated track record commensurate with an appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor.• Experience in the development of formative, summative, and competency-based assessment.Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Texas.• Board certification or board eligibility in Pathology.Work HoursBased on course assignment.Physical DemandsNone specified.Posting Number: UN937POJob Type: Full TimeJob Category: FacultyDesired Start Date: 08/01/2025Position End Date (if temporary):Reports To: Dean, School of Osteopathic MedicineSalary: Commensurate with experienceOpen Date: 05/01/2025Close Date:Open Until Filled: YesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantTo apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6309071UIW" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6309071UIW</a> is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).jeid-a3af3ce533fb3e47a02eb7fe1569e606

Assistant/Associate Professor of Pathology

Assistant Professor, Doctor of Occupational Therapy ProgramUIW MissionPosition SummaryThe entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program invites full-time, 12-month, non-tenured-track faculty candidates for Assistant Professor, Doctor of Occupational Therapy to teach in a variety of areas within the School of Rehabilitation Sciences. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities. The Assistant Professor, Doctor of Occupational Therapy reports to the OTD Program Director.Essential Functions• Teach as part of an integrated team in the occupational therapy curriculum.• Develop curriculum content aligned with the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) standards.• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.• Develop and manage course website in Canvas, the Learning Management System used by the program.• Ensure teaching effectiveness with respect to content expertise, instructional design, instructional delivery, and student engagement.• Prepare timely and meaningful exams, projects, and assessments for assigned courses.• Advise and mentor student/faculty scholarly projects; provide individual assistance to students during weekly office hours.• Actively engage in a scholarly agenda for research and capstone.• Meet scholarship expectations of both ACOTE and UIW Rank &amp; Tenure Committee.• Provide service to the respective department, school, university, community, and profession.• Participate in faculty development workshops.• Maintain contemporary teaching.• Participate in intraprofessional and interprofessional education.• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.• Perform other duties as assigned.Job DutiesKnowledge Skills and Abilities• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and academic counseling skills.• Proficient in use of instructional technology.• Demonstrated expertise in an area of occupational therapy practice.• Effective instructional delivery.• Ability to actively engage students in the learning process.• Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting the profession of occupational therapy.• Ability to work independently with confidence and to effectively coordinate work with colleagues and peers.• Proficiency in human relations, communication, organizational, interpersonal, and academic counseling.• Ability to conduct respectful relationships with students both in and outside the classroom.• Ability to work collegially and productively within the university community.• Proficiency in working collaboratively and effectively in a team.• Proficiency in multitasking and meeting deadlines.• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.Required EducationGraduate of an occupational therapy program awarded by the USDE recognized regional accrediting body with an earned PhD, EdD, DHS, earned entry-level OTD, or post-professional OTD.Required Work Experience• At least three (3) years of experience as a licensed occupational therapist.• Some graduate teaching experience.Preferred Qualifications• Prior teaching experience in an occupational therapy academic program.• Prior clinical instructor experience.• Active in clinical practice.• Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels.Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations• Occupational Therapy License or eligible for a Texas OT license.• Member of the American Occupational Therapy Association.Work HoursTypical for full-time faculty in this field.Physical DemandsTypical for faculty in this field.Posting Number: UN821POJob Type: Full TimeJob Category: FacultyDesired Start Date: 08/01/2025Position End Date (if temporary):Reports To: Program Director, Occupational TherapySalary: $105,000 AnnualizedOpen Date: 05/12/2025Close Date:Open Until Filled: YesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantN/A.To apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6309031UIW" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6309031UIW</a> is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).jeid-20ed870605754a49922908ca549dd9c7

Assistant Professor, Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program

Clinical Faculty, Full Time - Osteopathic Principles, Practices and Integration (OPPI)UIW MissionPosition SummaryUIWSOM is seeking outstanding applicants for a full-time clinical faculty position to participate in a variety of activities within the Clinical &amp; Applied Science Education (CASE) department, with a focus on osteopathic principles, practices, and integration (OPPI). Participation in clinical practice activities is negotiable. The faculty position reports to the Chair of the CASE department.The faculty member will have responsibilities that include curricular development and support, faculty development in the area of osteopathic philosophy, delivery of osteopathic patient care, and community engagement with physicians. The faculty member will be expected to facilitate small interactive group sessions and engage in case-based and large group discussions. The candidate will operate within the UIWSOM framework of lifelong learning through collaborative scholarship, innovative educational excellence and learner-centered curricula.Essential Functions• Per the SOM mission and accreditation standards, the faculty member will participate in the implementation of a transformative curriculum that involves the collaborative development and implementation of competency based, innovative and integrated teaching and learning strategies.• Teaching activities include the following topics/skills: clinical reasoning, medical interviewing, communication, physical examination, osteopathic manipulative medicine, medical procedures.• Teaching activities may also involve interaction with standardized patient actors and the use of simulation models.• Faculty members will participate in student skills assessments.• There may be other times in which teaching, mentoring or advising will occur, and arrangements will be made with the Chair.Job DutiesKnowledge Skills and Abilities• Passion for and commitment to medical student education for purposes of optimizing patient outcomes, particularly in vulnerable and marginalized patient populations.• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in complex interdisciplinary and interprofessional settings.• Knowledge of osteopathic philosophy.• Knowledge of osteopathic manipulative techniques (OMT).• Strong knowledge base of medical history taking and clinical skills.• Commitment to social justice and values-driven curricula.• Ability to collaborate effectively with administration, staff, peers and full-time and community-based faculty.• Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.Required Education• D.O. degree from a COCA-accredited medical school.• Training in an accredited Family Medicine residency program or other primary care residency program.Required Work Experience• Experience working on a team of physician faculty in an academic setting.• Experience teaching in small and/or large group settings.Preferred Qualifications• Active use of osteopathic manipulation in clinical practice.• Experience teaching OMT to osteopathic medical students, residents, and/or physicians.• Experience with case-based and active learning methods in both small and large group settings.• Experience in computer-assisted delivery of course content.• Fluent in Spanish.Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations• Board certification or board eligibility in Family Medicine or other primary care specialty.• Valid unrestricted Texas medical license, or ability to obtain Texas licensure in a reasonable time frame.Work HoursBased on course assignment.Physical DemandsNone specified.Posting Number: UN760POJob Type: Full TimeJob Category: FacultyDesired Start Date: 07/01/2025Position End Date (if temporary):Reports To: Chair of Clinical &amp; Applied Science EducationSalary: Commensurate with experience.Open Date: 06/05/2025Close Date:Open Until Filled: YesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantTo apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6306213UIW" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6306213UIW</a> is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).jeid-b07b891df0414b4496f7f125917bf2d6

Clinical Faculty, Full Time - Osteopathic Principles, Practices and Integration (OPPI)

<h4>How you will change lives</h4>As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients.&nbsp; The PCT will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Charge Nurse (CN) for patients with renal failure.What you'll be doingPatient care. &nbsp;You will work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include gathering patient stats before and after treatment, initiating treatment, monitoring patients during treatment, terminating treatment, and collecting patient blood samples per physician orders.Technician Duties. &nbsp;You will ensure quality comes first by preparing machines for hemodialysis treatments, cleaning and disinfecting machines after treatment, and conducting machine safety checks and logging results for quality control, ensuring all protocols and regulations are followed.Safety and Quality. &nbsp;You will use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you will adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state/federal laws and regulations. You will participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings. PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN STATE SPECIFIC BOARD OF NURSING REQUIREMENTS California<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certificate from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of California as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain California state certification (CHT) within six (6) weeks of successful completion of training program. </li></ul>Maryland<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Nursing Assistants -- Dialysis Technicians (CNA-DT) certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Maryland as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain Maryland CNA-DT certificate within three (3) months from date of hire OR</li><li>Out-of-state applicant must have active BONENT certification and provide proof of initial application for CNA-DT certification.</li></ul>New Mexico<ul><li>Must have New Mexico dialysis technician certificate at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of New Mexico as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain New Mexico state certification within six (6) months of successful completion of training program OR</li><li>New Mexico certification of hemodialysis technician is required for out of state applicant with active state or national hemodialysis certification; must obtain New Mexico state certification prior to working as a Certified Hemodialysis Technician. </li><li>After January 1st, 2024, all initial applications for the certified hemodialysis technician will require a national hemodialysis technician certificate.</li><li>The applicant must submit proof of a valid national hemodialysis technician certificate from a recognized organization.</li><li>Hemodialysis technician students must have a current basic life support credential prior to and while the student has contact with patients</li></ul>OHIO<ul><li>Must have Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Ohio as an approved dialysis technician training program and submit application for Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate to board no later than four (4) weeks prior to completion of the approved training program.</li><li>Must obtain Ohio Board of Nursing Certificate (OCDT) not less than twelve (12) months and not later than eighteen (18) months of enrolling in the USRC OCDT program.</li></ul>OREGON<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division at time of hire OR</li><li>Must obtain Oregon dialysis technician provisional certificate within three (3) weeks of successful completion of training program and obtain Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division within eighteen (18) months. An Oregon Provisional Certification is valid for six months and can be renewed for one additional six month period.</li></ul>&nbsp;

U.S. Renal Care

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

The RN Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing nursing services each shift and functions as a nursing supervisor. This position provides daily supervision of staff on duty during operational hours.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.<ul><li> Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments.</li><li> Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours.</li><li> Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician.</li><li> Assist physician during patient rounds and transcribe and implement physician orders timely.</li><li> Assist with the implementation of anemia management and medication protocols as requested.</li><li> Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements.</li><li> Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations.</li><li> May give direct patient care to the extent of performing efficient, safe dialysis, if allowed by state regulations.</li><li> Responds to all emergencies in clinic.</li><li> Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient.</li><li> Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians.</li><li> Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities.</li><li> Assist in orientation of new staff as a preceptor or in assigning a preceptor.</li><li> Acts as resource person and participates in implementing and evaluating dialysis services and assures that policies and procedures are updated.</li><li>Assists Administrator in interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplinary actions of center staff</li></ul>

Dialysis Charge Nurse - RN Chronic In-center

<h4>How you'll change lives</h4>As a Registered Nurse (RN) at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease.<h4>What you'll be doing</h4>Patient care. You'll work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders. Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios.Safety &amp; Quality. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.

Dialysis Registered Nurse

Dialysis Charge Nurse Part-Time - RN Chronic In-center (Flex Scheduling)

SUMMARYThe Acute Registered Nurse provides acute dialysis care and treatment to patients within a hospital environment. This position performs duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse or Acute Manager, including assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians and Licensed Vocational Nurses. Acute nurses may report directly to an Acute Manager, Administrator or the first line of regional operational management which may be an Area Director, Regional Director, or Vice President of Operations, depending on the region/demographics.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.GROWTH· Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and rehospitalization.· Ensure patient and treatment charge information and other related data are accurate and submitted appropriately. · Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours.· May participate in inventory management, including end-of-month inventory reporting and adherence to company purchasing protocols.· Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs.OUTCOMES· Administer medications as ordered by the physician..· Provide patient education and follow up as needed.· Assist with program's target goals in meeting quality metrics for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals.OPERATIONALREADINESS· Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements.· Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, hospital policy, applicable state and federal laws and regulations.· Complete water quality verification and equipment safety checks prior to each treatment, to include second verification as required.· Complete pre and post treatment physical assessments.· Complete pre and post Handoff Communication with hospital nurses.· Initiate and terminate patient treatments to include connecting and disconnecting catheters and cleaning catheter sites.· Set up dialysis machines; report machine problems to biomedical technician and/or Acute Manager as appropriate.· Clean, disinfect and provide quality control of dialysis machines as required by policy and procedures.· Participate in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as requested.· Use personal protective equipment as necessary.· Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures, as required by hospital.OPERATIONALREADINESS (cont.)· Demonstrate effective staffing based on acuity, skill mix and company guidelines.· Ensure provision of dialysis related services such as Hemodialysis, Peritoneal dialysis, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) and Plasmapheresis (TPE) if contracted to do so.· Participate in all surveys as required.· Ensure nursing care is carried out as directed and treatment is administered in accordance with physician orders.· Ensure appropriate and required information is documented in patient records.· Inform Supervisor, Medical Director or Physician and Hospital Liaison of all incidents, conditions, and concerns related to patient care, staff and patient safety, and in accordance with company policy.· Prepare and maintain dialysis machines and systems per policy: maintain dialysis records, prepare dialysis water treatment system for use according to established procedure and understand technical operations to troubleshoot problems independently.· Notify Bio-Medical Technician regarding machine or water treatment malfunctions, values out of parameters and document as required. PARTNERSHIPS· Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician.· Maintain collaborative working relationship with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other hospital healthcare professionals.· Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization.· Address patient concerns timely and professionally; following hospital policy.STAFF DEVELOPMENT/ RETENTION· Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend and complete all company and hospital required in-service and continuing education.· May delegate tasks to competent licensed and unlicensed staff per applicable state practice act.· Assist with staff training as requested.· Lead staff in team concepts and promote a team effort.

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