Registered Nurse

Responsibilities: Admission of the patient into the acute or chronic treatment centre, recording and recapping of medical and surgical history.Obtain patient information and inform billing department according to unit protocol.Updating this information as the need arises according to unit protocol.Obtain a Dialysis Prescription from the treating Nephrologist or Physician.Ensure that the dialysis machine has been disinfected before use.Lining and priming of machines with correct consumables.Weighing the patient and calculating the dry weight and fluid removal.Monitoring and recording of baseline vital signs.Carry out all procedures strictly in accordance with NephroCare Standard Good Dialysis Care (ZA-CI-09-03) and NephroCare Standard Hygiene and Infection Control (ZA-CI-09-04) and NephroCare Standard Water Concentrate and Dialysis Fluid for Haemodialysis and Related Therapies (ZA-CI-10-03).Record and report all patient data accurately using the Database Euclid and TDMS.Administration of prescribed medication as per doctor's orders.Disinfect the machines as per protocol.Education of patient on renal disease aetiology and treatment modes, blood results, support services, and dietary restrictions.Update all patient files frequently and document all incidents to ensure medico-legal requirements are met.Stock ordering and control as delegated by the unit manager.Environmental safety and infection control must be adhered to.Comply with immunization policy.Comply with all FMC SOPs.Any other duties assigned from time to time by the Clinic Head Nurse within the Scope of Practice of the Registered Nurse.
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