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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.

U.S. Renal Care

Dialysis Registered Nurse - Long Beach Acute

<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 TTS

Salary Range:&nbsp;&nbsp;$102,183.00&nbsp;(Min.) -&nbsp;$132,838.00&nbsp;(Mid.) -&nbsp;$163,492.00&nbsp;(Max.)Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time. Mission: L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose. <h4>Job Summary</h4>The Supervisor of Utilization Management (UM) RN is responsible for executing the day-to-day operations of the UM department, and monitoring the Care Management (CM) staff’s responsibilities and activities. This includes, but not limited to, ensuring proper staffing and coverage; monitoring and evaluating departmental operations to ensure optimal efficiency, productivity, and effectiveness; documenting and appropriately addressing excellence or deviations in work, departmental, and organizational expectations; and conducting intermittent and annual performance evaluations. This role assists in triaging identified issues/problems and forming resolution within the scope of work/licensure. The Supervisor is a subject matter expert (SME) in Care/Case/Utilization Management and supporting regulations, policies, protocols, and procedures. This position serves as a formal and informal instructor, and escalates issues/concerns to the appropriate person when outside of their scope.This position is responsible in assisting with and development and maintenance of a successful and cohesive unit, with high level of productivity and accuracy to achieve the department's overall performance metrics. The Supervisor ensures all functions of the UM department are operating in accordance with the organization's mission, values and strategic goals, which are focused on quality care delivery and continuous improvement; and are provided in a manner that is responsive and sensitive to the needs of L.A. Care's culturally diverse membership.The position supports the UM Manager/Director. This role also assists UM Educator/Manager/Director in identification of training needs including, but not limited to, collaborating in development of programs, training materials, competency checklist, and orientation checklists necessary to meet education and training needs of UM staff.&nbsp; The position supervises all aspects of running an efficient team, including hiring, supervising, coaching, training, disciplining, and motivating direct-reports.<h4>Duties</h4>Ensures adequate/appropriate distributions of workforce, assignments and time off requests. &nbsp;Participates in the hiring and termination process providing recommendations with appropriate supporting documentation.Monitors of staff's performance including productivity and compliance with regulatory requirements, compliance with policies. &nbsp;Identifies, communicates and coaches to improve staff performance. &nbsp;Develops tools, job aids, and workflows to optimize the process flow, performance and productivity of the UM team. &nbsp;Completes intermittent and annual staff evaluations.Serves as the primary resource for all business-related questions/issues raised by staff; escalates to appropriate leader/team when necessary.Recommends and implements process improvement measures to achieve department's performance measures outcomes and goals.Plans and oversees UM activities according to model of care, program description and policy and procedures to provide timely, quality care and services to members.Maintains all assigned reporting responsibilities, conducts regular audits to ensure compliance with community, industry and organizational standards including regulatory requirements. Serves as a super-user on electronic programs and systems used by the department.Assists in the development of programs, workflows, tools, training materials, orientation checklists, and competency checklist necessary to meet educational needs. &nbsp;Trains new staff, remediation of seasoned staff and cross training as needed in specified business lines. &nbsp; Serves as a leader and role model as well as technical and informational resource for staff and peers.<h4>Duties Continued</h4>Fosters a culture that encourages employee contribution to ensure that the department maintains an environment in which quality flourishes.Services as member/resource/liaison to the Interdisciplinary Care Team. &nbsp;Recommends resources to improve performance standards in terms of Utilization Management. &nbsp;Collaborates with peers and colleagues within the organization to address process improvements, member's needs, department and organizational enhancements and communicate development as appropriate.Participates on internal and external committees as delegated or assigned.Serves as a consultant to other departments or organizations as needed.Responsible for the daily workflow and leading the work of assigned staff.&nbsp; This role will mentor, coach, act as a resource and provide feedback on performance of assigned staff.Performs other duties as assigned.<h4>Education Required</h4>Associate's Degree in Nursing<h4>Education Preferred</h4>Bachelor's Degree in Nursing<h4>Experience</h4>Required: Minimum of 7 years of acute/clinical care experience. Minimum of 2 years of experience in Case/Care/Utilization Management in an acute care or health plan setting. Minimum of 3 years leading process, program, or staff or supervisory experience.Equivalency:&nbsp; Completion of the L.A. Care Management Certificate Training Program may substitute for the supervisory/management experience requirement.<h4>Skills</h4>Required: Knowledge of state, federal and regulatory requirements in Care/Case/Utilization Management.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Computer literacy with proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, etc. and ability to learn core departmental computer systems and software.Excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.Must be detailed-oriented, energetic, and an enthusiastic team player.Must be able to work independently.<h4>Licenses/Certifications Required</h4>Registered Nurse (RN) - Active, current and unrestricted California License<h4>Licenses/Certifications Preferred</h4><h4>Required Training</h4><h4>Physical Requirements</h4>Light<h4>Additional Information</h4>Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market.&nbsp; The range is subject to change.L.A. Care offers&nbsp;a wide range of benefits including<ul><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>Retirement Plans</li><li>Medical, Dental and Vision</li><li>Wellness Program</li><li>Volunteer Time Off (VTO)</li></ul> Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles Job Segment: Nursing, Registered Nurse, Healthcare

L.A. Care Health Plan

Supervisor, Utilization Management RN

Dialysis Registered Nurse

SUMMARYThe Administrator is responsible for the overall daily management and operation of the clinic. The Administrator reports directly to first line 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 · Develop and implement processes for program growth in accordance with Company goals. · Plan/coordinate patient scheduling to assure timely acceptance of patients and effective staffing levels. · Implement clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments. · Achieve financial targets to include budget, labor costs, supply costs and expenditures.OUTCOMES · Review all incident reports; make recommendations and take action relative to incidents as appropriate; report at monthly QAPI meeting. · Promote quality management program through education and involvement of staff and patients in outcomes as well as overall responsibility to achieve corporate goals for quality. Leads QAPI meetings and quality improvement committees. · Coordinate the functions of all departments and develop standards and methods of measuring patient care services, including a chronological record of services provided to patients as required by the ESRD Network Coordinating Council and Medicare. · Work with staff to maintain chronological, thorough, and appropriate documentation in the patient record of all treatments, activities, and communication with the patient, physician and other healthcare professionals. · Achieve program's target goals for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals.OPERATIONAL&nbsp;READINESS· Knowledge of and remain current with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements. · Assure that the clinic is in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and receives continuing certification from all statutory and regulatory agencies. · Develop, implement and follow up necessary Corrective Action Plans for internal and external surveys. · May assume Charge Nurse's responsibilities as needed. · Responsible for duties listed in Registered Supervising Nurse job description and nursing services policy # C-AD-0110 or must designate Registered Nurse meeting these qualifications. · May fulfill responsibility of facility CEO as delegated by Governing Body. · Conduct and/or participate in both formal and informal meetings with the governing body, Regional Director, Medical Director and the staff. Assure that appropriate staff meetings, in-service education meetings, and team patient care planning meetings are held monthly. Assure that Quality Assessment &amp; Performance Improvement Program is current at all times. · Establish, maintain, and submit all required records and reports concerning staff, patients, and the operational affairs of the center. · Plan, coordinate, and approve effective and efficient staffing to meet patient needs and regulations. · Oversee the maintenance of equipment and supplies to meet current laws and regulations.OPERATIONAL READINESS (cont.) · Continuously monitor to ensure that a safe and sanitary physical environment is maintained throughout the facility; that all equipment is maintained and functions properly; and that adequate and appropriate inventory levels of all supplies are available and used correctly. · Supervise the maintenance of equipment, building areas occupied by the center and other property belonging to the center. · Know and understand the water treatment and mechanisms of the equipment of the facility. · Assist, when necessary, with disinfection of equipment and supplies including bicarbonate delivery systems and dialysis machines.PARTNERSHIPS · Monitor all contractual agreements; update as needed with corporate oversight. · Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians. · Establish and maintain a positive relationship with area hospitals, agencies, vendors and the community. · Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization. · Respond effectively to inquiries or complaints.STAFF&nbsp;DEVELOPMENT/&nbsp;RETENTION · Ensure all staff meet required qualifications for position held and perform duties within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy/procedures, health care professionals practice acts, applicable state and federal laws and regulations. · Recruit, train, develop, and supervise all personnel. · Maintain effective personnel management and employee relations, including evaluating the performance of all personnel; approving and submitting all hours worked and counseling and disciplining employees. · Uphold management goals of corporation by leading staff in team concepts and promoting a team effort. · Effectively communicates expectations; accepts accountability and holds others accountable for performance.ADMINISTRATORState Specific RegulationsAlabamaIF DESIGNATED CEO FOR THE CLINIC, MUST: <ul><li> Hold at least a baccalaureate degree and has at least one (1) year of experience in a dialysis unit OR</li><li> Meets the qualifications for a qualified physician director or qualified registered supervising nurse.</li></ul>Georgia <ul><li> Hold at least a baccalaureate degree and has at least one (1) year experience in an end stage renal disease facility OR</li><li> Meets the qualifications for a physician director or a nurse responsible for nursing services for an end stage renal disease facility OR</li><li> Has been acting for at least two (2) years as a facility administrator for an end stage renal disease facility which has been certified for the federal Medicare program.</li></ul>Maryland IF NOT THE DESIGNATED CEO FOR THE CLINIC, MUST: <ul><li> Be 21 years old or older.</li><li> Possess a high school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma.</li><li> Have at least one (1) year of dialysis experience.</li><li> Have no criminal conviction or other criminal history that indicates behavior that is potentially harmful to patients, documented through either a criminal history records check or criminal background check completed within one (1) month before employment.</li></ul>New Jersey <ul><li> A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and the equivalent of at least one (1) year experience in supervising renal dialysis services OR</li><li> Five (5) years full-time experience in the provision of renal dialysis services and documentation of supervisory experience for at least one (1) year.</li></ul>South Carolina <ul><li> Hold at least a baccalaureate degree or have a minimum of an associate degree in a health-related field with at least two (2) years experience in ESRD within the past five (5) years.</li></ul>Wyoming PERSON IN CHARGE OF THE OPERATION OF THE FACILITY TWENTY-FOUR (24) HOURS PER DAY AND IS:<ul><li> A physician OR</li><li> A Registered Nurse who has at least six (6) months of experience working in a renal dialysis center OR</li><li> An individual with a bachelors degree and one (1) year experience in health service administration, preferably in a renal dialysis center.</li></ul>REGISTERED SUPERVISING NURSEState Specific RegulationsGeorgia <ul><li> RN with twelve (12) months of experience in clinical nursing, and an additional six (6) months of experience in nursing care of the patient with permanent kidney failure or undergoing kidney transplantation, including training in and experience with the dialysis process OR</li><li> RN with eighteen (18) months of experience in nursing care of the patient with on maintenance dialysis, or the nursing care of the patient with a kidney transplant, including training in and experience with the dialysis process.</li><li> Where the RN responsible for nursing services is also in charge of self-care dialysis training, at least three (3) months of the total required dialysis experience is in training patients in self-care.</li></ul>New Jersey THIS POSITION IS CONSIDERED DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES IN THE STATE OF NJ AND MUST:<ul><li> Have twelve (12) months full time experience in nursing supervision and/or nursing administration obtained in a hemodialysis setting within the last twenty-four (24) months.</li></ul>South Carolina THIS POSITION IS CONSIDERED DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES IN THE STATE OF SC AND MUST: <ul><li> Be a registered nurse with at least eighteen (18) months of experience in clinical nursing, with at least six (6) months experience in care of patients with ESRD.</li></ul>Texas THIS POSITION ALSO MAY BE KNOWN AS THE DIRECTOR OF NURSING IN THE STATE OF TX AND MUST:<ul><li> Have at least eighteen (18) months experience as an RN, which includes at least twelve (12) months experience in dialysis within the last twenty-four (24) months; OR </li><li> Have at least eighteen (18) months experience as an RN, and holds a current certification from a nationally recognized board in nephrology nursing or hemodialysis.</li></ul>

Dialysis Facility Administrator-RN Required

Dialysis Registered Nurse - Floater

Salary Range:&nbsp;&nbsp;$88,854.00&nbsp;(Min.) -&nbsp;$115,509.00&nbsp;(Mid.) -&nbsp;$142,166.00&nbsp;(Max.)Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time. Mission: L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose. <h4>Job Summary</h4>The Utilization Management (UM) Admissions Liaison RN II is primarily responsible for receiving/reviewing admission requests and higher level of care (HLOC) transfer requests from inpatient facilities within regular timelines. Reviews clinical data in real-time and post admission to issue a determination based on clinical criteria for medical necessity. Assures timely, accurate determination and notification of admission and inter-facility transfer requests. Generates approval, modification, and denial communications for inpatient admission requests. Actively monitors for appropriate level of care (inpatient vs. observation) admission in the acute setting. Works with UM leadership, including the Utilization Management Medical Director, on requests where determination requires extended review. Collaborates with the inpatient care team for facilitation/coordination of patient transfers between acute care facilities. Acts as a department resource for medical service requests/referral management and processes. Actively participates in the discharge planning process, including providing clinical review and authorization for alternate levels of care, home health, durable medical equipment, and other discharge needs. Provides support to the inpatient review team as necessary to ensure timely processing of concurrent reviews.<h4>Duties</h4> Provides the primary clinical point of contact for inpatient acute care hospitals requesting Inpatient care/post-stabilization admission requests, Higher level of care transfers and other emergent transfers or needs. Ensures appropriate determination for admission requests/HLOC transfers based on clinical data presented and established criteria/guidelines, escalating to the medical director if needed. &nbsp;Triages and assesses members for admission needs, including, but not limited to, bed and accepting physician availability. (40%)Establishes and maintains ongoing communication with internal stakeholders and external customers while securing the L.A. Care member's admission or inter-facility transfer. &nbsp;Interfaces with physicians, house supervisors, and other hospital delegates to ensure that telephone triage results in appropriate patient placement. (10%)Applies clinical expertise and the nursing process to triage and prioritize admission acuity, servicing as an expert clinical resource for patient placement while utilizing medical knowledge and experience to facilitate consensus-building and development of satisfactory outcomes (10%)Continually seeks new ways to improve processes and increase efficiencies. Takes the initiative to communicate recommendations to UM Leadership. (5%)Completes all inpatient and discharge planning requests appropriately and timely including, but not limited to: &nbsp;Skilled nursing facility, outpatient needs (home health, physical therapy, infusion), and case management referrals (5%) Performs prospective, concurrent, post-service, and retrospective claim medical review processes. Utilizes clinical judgement, independent analysis, critical-thinking skills, detailed knowledge of medical policies, clinical guidelines and benefit plans to complete reviews and determinations within required turnaround times specific to the case type. Identifies requests needing medical director review or input and presents for second level review (20%)Performs other duties as assigned. (10%)<h4>Duties Continued</h4><h4>Education Required</h4>Associate's Degree in Nursing<h4>Education Preferred</h4>Bachelor's Degree in Nursing<h4>Experience</h4>Required: Minimum of 7 years of clinical experience in an acute hospital setting.&nbsp;Previous experience to have a strong understanding of Utilization Management/Case Management practices including, but not limited to, placement (with level of care) criteria (MCG, InterQual), concurrent review, and discharge planning.Preferred: Consistent Critical Care experience (Emergency Department, Intensive Care, Labor &amp; Delivery) background highly desirable.Experience in bed placement decision-making highly desirable.<h4>Skills</h4>Required: Must be computer literate, with expertise in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. &nbsp;Provision of excellent customer service required due to frequent communication with providers and other members of the interdisciplinary team &nbsp;Knowledge of personal computer, keyboarding, and appropriate software to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and/or other information applicable to the position assignment. Prepare clear, comprehensive written and oral reports and materials.&nbsp;Excellent time management and priority-setting skills.Maintains strict member confidentiality and complies with all HIPAA requirements.Strong verbal and written communication skills. &nbsp; &nbsp;Preferred: Knowledge of National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) requirements for Utilization Management or CM.&nbsp;Knowledge of Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) or Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services(CMS) requirements for health plan compliance with UM or CM.<h4>Licenses/Certifications Required</h4>Registered Nurse (RN) - Active, current and unrestricted California License<h4>Licenses/Certifications Preferred</h4>Certified Case Manager (CCM)American Case Management Association (ACM)<h4>Required Training</h4><h4>Physical Requirements</h4>Light<h4>Additional Information</h4>Required: Attend mandatory department trainings as scheduledFinancial Impact: Management of all medical services has a tremendous potential impact on the cost of health care and budget. This position manages determinations to ensure services requested are medically appropriate and provided in the most cost effective manner without compromising quality healthcare delivery.Types of Shift: &nbsp;Day (7:00am - 3:30pm), Evening (3:00pm -11:30 pm), Night (11:00pm -7:30am).&nbsp; Float (Varies)* *All possible shifts.Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market.&nbsp; The range is subject to change.L.A. Care offers&nbsp;a wide range of benefits including<ul><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>Retirement Plans</li><li>Medical, Dental and Vision</li><li>Wellness Program</li><li>Volunteer Time Off (VTO)</li></ul> Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles Job Segment: Nursing, Registered Nurse, ICU, Emergency Medicine, Physical Therapy, Healthcare

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