About us
Cassena Care at Norwalk is a small business in Norwalk, CT. We are professional, agile and professional.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Food provided
- Modern office setting
- Growth opportunities
Specific Duties: 1. Preparation of dialysis machine. 2. Priming extracorporeal circuit. 3. Obtains and records pre and post dialysis treatment data • vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature) • Weights • calculate fluid removal based on estimated dry weight 4. Reports any abnormalities of vital signs and weights to charge nurse. 5. Initialization of dialysis treatments via AVG and/or AVF under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. 6. Constant observation, monitoring and documenting of blood pressure of dialysis parameters for all access types as assigned during treatment as per unit protocol. 7. Sets parameters for treatment (Calculates transmembrane pressure, BFR, pressure limits). 8. Reports any unusual presenting symptoms or untoward effects of treatment to the charge nurse. 9. Administer bolus of normal saline in response to hypotension or cramps and inform charge nurse. 10. Obtain blood samples as directed
Minimum Qualifications: Education and Training Requirements: • High School diploma or equivalent required. • Dialysis Technician Certification by a state certified program or a national commercially available certification program required per these guidelines: -If employed on or before October 14th, 2008, national certification must be obtained before April 15, 2010. -If employed after October 14th, 2008, certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire. • Current CPR certification required (or must be obtained within 60 days of employment). • Previous dialysis experience preferred. • Completed training program approved by the medical director and the governing body as required by CMS guidelines prior to operating the water treatment system required
We are EOE
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
- Rehabilitation center
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Completion bonus
- Double time pay
- Hourly bonus
Experience:
- Certified Patient Care technician and is CERTIFIED: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
