Dialysis Clinic Manager RN

The Dialysis Clinic Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the dialysis clinic, ensuring that patients receive high-quality care, and that clinic staff perform their duties effectively and efficiently.

Job Duties:

·       Oversees the preparation of the delivery system, dialysate bath, and dialyzer and confirms that all mandatory alarm tests on the dialyzer and equipment are performed.

·       Reviews physician orders for dialysis patients, collects pre-treatment dialysis data, and reviews patient records prior to dialysis.

·       Discusses patient concerns and answers questions relevant to care.

·       Oversees dialysis technicians in the performance of dialysis from start to finish, monitors patient reaction to treatment and performance of the dialysis machines and demonstrates an in-depth understanding of the mechanics of dialysis.

·       Assesses, prepares, and cannulates a patient' s vascular access (including needle insertion in arterioveinous fistula or grafts for aseptic connection with dialysis equipment).

·       Utilizes sterile techniques to assess the dialysis catheter exit site and to apply dressing on the patient' s vascular access (dialysis catheter, arterioveinous access) per protocols.

·       Maintains skills necessary to perform surveillance on dialysis access (catheter, fistula, graft) for 
early signs of failure or infection; this includes (if needed and after receiving the appropriate
training) the ability to perform arterioveinous access monitoring using ultrasound machine per protocol.

·       Reviews patient' s electronic/paper records for orders as appropriate and administers dialysis-related intra-venous and/or oral medications as prescribed and/or per protocol.

·       Oversees disassembly and disinfection of dialysis equipment.

·       Performs surveillance and testing of dialysis water treatment equipment and dialysis water (such as chlorine, hardness, conductivity, water cultures) to ensure that these machines are operating within the parameters set in the facility's written protocols.

·       Demonstrates a working knowledge of dialysis laboratory tests and dialysis medications.

·       Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of infection control and prevention of transmission of blood borne pathogens.

·       Participates in quality improvement activities to include collection of data for the dialysis unit Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) plan.

·       Responds appropriately and aids in emergency situations.

·       Provides leadership in improving patient care, maintaining standards of care, directing and teaching personnel in a variety of settings, and providing charge nurse responsibilities as needed.

·       Works closely with others on the dialysis team and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings.

·       Maintains responsibility for providing coverage to the dialysis department. Supervisor Duties 

·       Responsible for implementing and maintaining the dialysis policy and procedure manual.

·       Maintains competencies and skills check list for dialysis staff. 

·       Monitors and ensure dialysis machines are properly maintained.

·       Evaluates the performance of dialysis staff.

·       Provides orientation to new dialysis staff members.

·       Maintains appropriate supply level of specialized dialysis products. 

• Registered Nurse with active license in the state of SC
• At least 2 years of experience in nephrology nursing, with dialysis experience highly preferred
• Previous managerial or supervisory experience in a healthcare setting is preferred
• Strong understanding of dialysis procedures, equipment, and regulations
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle stressful situations with professionalism and grace
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or healthcare administration preferred