Job Description
**PURPOSE AND SCOPE:**
Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective care 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.
**PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**
Patient Care
+ Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last treatment. Report any complaints or observations to the nurse supervisor.
+ Screen patients/staff as required by the Coronavirus Policy.
+ Perform Nasal Swab Testing.
+ Collecting nasopharyngeal swab samples.
+ Assists patients as needed to and from the waiting area.
+ Assures confidentiality of patient information and medical records.
+ Prepare lab requisitions for prescribed or stat lab samples according to laboratory destination.
+ Label appropriately prepare and store...
Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective care 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.
**PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**
Patient Care
+ Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last treatment. Report any complaints or observations to the nurse supervisor.
+ Screen patients/staff as required by the Coronavirus Policy.
+ Perform Nasal Swab Testing.
+ Collecting nasopharyngeal swab samples.
+ Assists patients as needed to and from the waiting area.
+ Assures confidentiality of patient information and medical records.
+ Prepare lab requisitions for prescribed or stat lab samples according to laboratory destination.
+ Label appropriately prepare and store...