SCOPE: * 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 * Comply with Immunization policy * Comply with all FMC SOP's * Any other duties assigned from time to time by the Clinic Head Nurse within the Scope of Practice of the Registered Nurse Required training and education: * University degree or equivalent diploma Registered General Nurse diploma at SANC Required personal competencies: * Respecting the integrity of the patient-physician relationship * Collaborating with care teams * Treating all patients with dignity and respect * Acting ethically, fairly, courteously, competently, and proactively * Treating patient safety as a priority * Complying with the law and our policy regarding adverse event reporting and product complaints Functional knowledge: * Knowledge of renal anatomy and physiology * Aetiology and Pathophysiology of the renal disease and treatment modalities * Clinical skills must include: Aseptic techniques, Infection control standards, Venepuncture, Vital sign monitoring, Cardio * Pulmonary Resuscitation. * Accurate, precise recording keeping, data capturing and monthly qualitative dialysis assessments , disinfection and maintenance record keeping. * Maintain a safe and comfortable environment * Keep the equipment, duty room and trolleys clean and stocked * Check daily the resuscitation trolley to ensure that it is in optimal working condition. * Administer blood products as per doctors' orders, following protocol and record vital signs and report any adverse reaction
