Dialysis Charge Nurse Resume Samples

Description :

1. Performed emergency medical procedures, such as basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), and other condition stabilizing interventions.
2. Documented data related to patient care including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses, or treatment changes.
3. Assessed urgent and emergent health conditions using both physiologically and technologically derived data.
4. Ordered, performed, or interpreted the results of diagnostic tests and screening procedures based on assessment results, differential diagnoses, and knowledge about age, gender and health status of clients.
5. Operated, or monitored invasive equipment and devices such as colostomy or tracheotomy equipment, mechanical ventilators, catheters, gastrointestinal tubes, and central lines.
6. Discussed illnesses and treatments with patients and family members.
7. Collaborated with members of multidisciplinary health care teams to plan, manage, or assess patient treatments.
8. Obtained specimens or samples for laboratory work.
9. Collaborated with patients to plan for future health care needs or to coordinate transitions and referrals.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

Psychology/Human Services

Description :

1. Administered medications during dialysis.
   
2. Ongoing nursing assessments and nursing interventions.
3. Monitored client status during dialysis and providing symptomatic relief.
4. Calculated amount of fluid to be removed during dialysis.
5. Supervised staff of dialysis technicians and staff scheduling.
6. Provided care of clients with central line catheters, and dressing changes.
7. Assessed fistulas and grafts.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

BS In Nursing

Description :

1. Specialized in nursing care of patients with chronic renal failure.
2. Managed clinical oversight for 16-24 patients per shift, with 3 shifts per day as charge nurse.
3. Handled all aspects of treatment from medication, to initiation and termination of treatments to monitoring for 16-24 patients per shift.
   
4. Processed monthly reports for performance of clinic in anemia management, and dialysis adequacy.
5. Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
6. Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
7. Followed infection control procedures.
8. Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

AAS In Nursing

Description :

1. Participated in team nursing and promoted team concept throughout all clinic activities.
2. Decreased bone metabolism and complications through education and motivation.
3. Improved nutrition and albumin levels through education and demonstration.
4. Developed and implemented patient care plans.
5. Administered medications and intravenous solutions.
6. Educated and motivated patient and family to adhere to renal diet and lifestyle.
7. Evaluated delivery of patient care, effectiveness and made recommendations for improvement.
8. Monitored and documented patient care.
9. Educated and mentored new staff.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Bachelor Of Science

Description :

1. Educated patients, family, and staff on End Stage Renal Disease.
2. Administered safe dialysis treatments.
3. Transcribed and entered physician orders.
4. Reviewed all patient documentation.
5. Offered appropriate medications.
6. Completed initial and annual Nursing History and Assessment Physical.
7. Supervised other staff.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

MS in Nursing

Description :

1. Supervised overall nursing activity within 30 station chronic hemodialysis unit with a patient census of 182.
2. Monitored Anemia Management and Epogen dosing Monitor Patient Adequacy Monitor all patient lab values and report abnormal findings to physicians.
3. Participated in STCP and LTCP meetings with multidisciplinary team.
4. Ensured unit is operated in a cost effective manner, i.e. staffing, supplies, etc.
5. Participated in monthly CQI meetings.
6. Responsible for clinic patient care while working collaboratively and communicating with members of the interdisciplinary team.
7. Coordinated and delivered care through the nursing process to adult chronic hemodialysis patients utilizing standards of care set by the American Nephrology Nurses Association.
   

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

Nursing

Description :

1. Completed pre and post treatment assessments documenting as required.
2. Initiated, continued and terminated the dialysis, Supervising the nursing staff and technicians, function as advisor, resource.
3. Completed and documented monthly review of patient medications profiles and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
4. Participated in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as required by policy and procedure.
5. Participated as member of the interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities.
6. Completed pre and post treatment physical assessments.
7. Completed and documented monthly review of patient medications profiles and administer medications as ordered by physician.
8. Initiated and terminated dialysis, supervise the nursing staff and technicians.
9. Participated in infection control monitoring, implementation and recording as required by policy and procedure.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

BSN

Description :

1. Responsible for the plan, implement, educate and train the new staff, nursing and medical trainees about the dialysis.
2. Managed the health status with the help of the therapy techniques.
3. Observed and analyzed the patient data, assessment and reports.
4. Made recommendations to the appropriate medical professional.
5. Handles the queries and problems regarding health and resolve them.
6. Supervised 6 patient care technicians.
7. Used information from a variety of sources to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient plan of care.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

RN In Nursing

Description :

1. Ensured that patients receive the necessary health care services
2. Ensured that all services are available to patients in a timely manner
3. Managed patient paperwork and ensuring it is completed properly
4. Ensured that all patients are being treated in accordance with hospital standards
5. Specified treatment plans, including treatment order and medication orders
6. Assisted in the diagnosis of illness, treatment plan development, medications management, post discharge follow up.
7. Educated and trained patients on their condition, legislation compliance and adherence to state requirements.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

ADN

Description :

1. Established an in-depth understanding of patient needs and preferences
2. Provided on-call care for patients in the clinic setting
3. Promoted the dialysis program to maximize patient satisfaction and reduce costs
4. Administered medications, treatments, and procedures for patients
5. Developed individualized care plans for each patient
6. Communicated effectively with patients, family members, physicians, nurses, and other staff regarding patient care
7. Worked as a team member with other team members

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Medical