EDUCATION AND LICENSES:

• High School diploma or G.E.D. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification or must meet certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
• All appropriate state licensure education and training (if any) required.
• Demonstrated commitment to FMS culture values and customer service standards.
• Attendance and active participation in all applicable preceptor training programs as established by the Regional Directors of Education.
• Attends Fresenius and publicly offered skill-based training as assigned by Clinical Manager.
• History of high performance as measured by no lower than a commendable rating on reviews with no recent corrective actions.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• At least five years 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.

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).