About This Role
This full-time nursing position on a busy dialysis ward involves caring for and monitoring patients undergoing hemodialysis treatment. It is a critical role that ensures patient safety, comfort, and optimal clinical outcomes. The position suits a dedicated and compassionate nurse committed to providing excellent healthcare services to patients with end-stage renal disease.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and initiate dialysis equipment and machinery in accordance with established protocols and safety standards
- Assess and monitor patient vital signs, weight, fluid status and overall clinical condition before, during and after dialysis treatment
- Cannulate patients' vascular access (fistulas, grafts or catheters) using sterile techniques to prevent infection and complications
- Administer prescribed medications and anticoagulation therapy as directed by nephrologists and treatment protocols
- Monitor and record dialysis parameters, fluid removal rates, ultrafiltration and other relevant treatment variables
- Observe patients for complications such as hypotension, muscle cramps, nausea and vomiting during treatment, taking appropriate interventions
- Provide patient education regarding diet, fluid restrictions, medication management and self-care strategies for renal disease management
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documenting all observations, treatments and interventions in compliance with healthcare regulations
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team including nephrologists, social workers and nutritionists to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
- Ensure adherence to infection control, sterilization and waste management procedures to maintain a safe clinical environment
- Provide compassionate emotional support to patients and their families, addressing their concerns and promoting psychological wellbeing
Requirements
- Current valid Nursing License recognized in the Philippines with good standing status
- With or without experience in dialysis, as long as willing to undergo training
- Strong knowledge of dialysis equipment operation, vascular access management and hemodialysis principles
- Proficiency in patient assessment, vital signs monitoring and recognition of acute complications
- Excellent clinical skills with demonstrated competency in cannulation and aseptic technique
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity healthcare environment whilst maintaining composure
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact sensitively with patients and families
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate medical records and documentation
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary nursing and medical team