Primes dialyzer and bloodlines.

Records patients’ medical information and vital signs.

Oversees the dialysis treatment from start to finish.

Cannulates accesses.

Cleans and dresses permanent and temporary catheters.

Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients and interprets and records information.

Identifies irregular dialysis reactions and notifies appropriate medical team members.

Secures blood works.

Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medications, if needed.

Maintains medical inventory.

Provides pre and post procedure care to patients.

Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting.

Conducting home visit assessment for home hemodialysis admission.

Following Nephrologist orders.

Conducting assessment of a patient when indicated

Recommending changes in the treatment based on the current needs of patient

Facilitating Communication between the patient and family on one side and the training team on the other.

Cooperate with and provide oversight and directions to the dialysis technicians.

Participating in continuous quality improvement activities.