Patient Care Technician 2
Company: Fresenius Medical Center
Location: Sebring
Posted on: June 24, 2022
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Job Description:
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the hemodialysis health
care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for
patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in
accordance with FMCNA policies procedures and training and in
compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation state and
federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of
hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and
clean working environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the
Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities including
those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in
process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that
patients will achieve the FMC Quality Enhancement Goals
(QEP).PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Patient
Education:Assist other health care members in providing patient
specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where
appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC) Adequacy Monitoring
Program (AMP) Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM) and regarding disease
process/access.Patient Treatment:Welcome assigned patients and
inquire as to their well-being since their last treatment.Evaluate
vascular access for patency.Obtain necessary pre and post treatment
vital signs and weight.Perform vascular access evaluation
pre-treatment.Perform vascular access cannulation.Perform
administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state
law.Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders
including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).Evaluate
intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by
physician order or as directed.Monitor patients' response to
dialysis therapy.Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform
all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of
treatment - document.Discontinue dialysis treatment according to
established procedures.Evaluate patient prior to termination of
venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.Obtain Hemostasis
and apply appropriate dressings.Evaluate the patient prior to
discharge.Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation
weight and vital signs with initial identification.Responsible for
calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine
programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; Sodium
(Na) modeling; and UF modeling as prescribed.Responsible for
ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled including Narrow
Venous Limits (NVL) 160.Record accurate and timely information
regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the
Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial
identification.Responsible for accurate documentation of
information related to patient treatment including completion of
Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and if applicable progress
notes.Report any significant information and/or change in patient
condition directly to the PCT III (if applicable) or nurse
supervisor.Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks
according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings
to the PCT III (if applicable) or nurse supervisor.Perform and
document any intervention for unusual patient status and document
patients' response to intervention.Evaluate patients' vascular
access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring
pressures provide appropriate intervention as needed document and
report any unusual findings to the PCT III (if applicable) or nurse
supervisor.Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare
specimens for collection.Maintenance/Technical:Maintain
environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe
and clean.Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface chair
equipment and surrounding area between treatments according to
facility policy.Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for
dialysis treatment and document where appropriate.Perform all
required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including
Pressure Holding (PHT).Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS)
system.Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with
appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.Prepare
organize and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent
wastage.Record Keeping:Complete and document ongoing participation
in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.Enters all
treatment data into the designated clinical application in an
accurate and timely manner.Review treatment sheets for completeness
ensure nursing signatures are documented and ensure omitted entries
are completed or corrected where appropriate.Prepare initial
patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate
placement in chart.Prepare lab requisitions for prescribed or stat
Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.Collect label
appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required
laboratory specifications.Ensure collection of lab specimens by
appropriate lab courier. 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.Employees are required to take
the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not
preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
accommodations can be made.Day to day work includes desk and
personal computer work and interaction with patients facility staff
and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned
facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to
regional Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.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.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.
up as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and
material assist devices for the heavier items.EDUCATION AND
LICENSES:High School diploma or G.E.D. required.Must meet Center
for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national
certification requirements within the required state or CMS
timeline.All appropriate state licensure education and training (if
any) required.EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:At least two years
previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related
facility preferred.Continued employment is dependent on successful
completion of the FMCNA dialysis training program and successful
completion of CPR certification. EO/AA Employer:
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free
workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Keywords: Fresenius Medical Center, Lakeland , Patient Care Technician 2, Professions , Sebring, Florida
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