PD- RN for Dahlonega, GA-- Needed.

A leading dialysis company has an immediate opening for a PD-RN for their Dahlonega,GA facility.

As the PD- RN, you will be responsible for ongoing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care and education of patients with ESRD who have elected the Home Dialysis Program. Responsible for educating the patient on all aspects of home dialysis, including end stage renal disease, diet, medications, dialysis concepts, how to perform procedures, expected results, and any complications which may occur. Asses that patient has learned the above by proper demonstration and/or verbal response before release from formal training. Function as a Modality Selection Consultant as directed by the PD Supervisor. Responsible for making adjustments and modifications to the dialysis treatment as indicated or prescribed by the physician. Order training supplies for the patient’s training and dialysis supplies to bedelivered to the patient’s home.

Requirements:

A current Georgia RN license, 18 months of dialysis exp. with 6 months of PD- exp. preferred. Nxstage experience is preferred. ICU/CCU suggested.