Updated:
Feb 10, 2009


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DIALYSIS OPPORTUNITIES
Do you envision making healthcare your career path? If you said Yes to this question, then come and experience Greefield Health Systems. We are confident that you will expand your knowledge base and demonstrate your clinical and leadership abilities while developing long-term relationships with patients in this expanding and exciting specialty of dialysis. We offer in-center, home, and acute dialysis services. We have an extensive dialysis training program that encompasses all aspects of the care and management of the dialysis patient. Because we address the physical, social and emotional well-being of our patients, we feel there is an excellent and unique opportunity for you.

We presently have openings at our Henry Ford Hospital Main Campus; Northwest Detroit and Lahser satellite; Livonia; Taylor; Fairlane; Pontiac; and Ohio satellite units.

Please apply online at Henryford.com. Tuition reimbursement and degree completion opportunities available. If you're interested in the jobs, please click the following link, and you'll be brought into our Henryford career page. In the box of Job Description Keyword, type "dialysis" please and hit "enter", you'll see all of available jobs at Greenfield Health Systems.


please apply online at www.henryford.com



DIALYSIS NURSE MANAGER
Coordinates and evaluates the activities of the dialysis programs.  Ensures comprehensive, quality care for the patients on dialysis.  Strives to fulfill the organization's mission, vision, values, philosophy and goals.  Responsible for organizing and implementing educational programs, and providing developmental opportunities for staff.  Participates in the administration of unit policies and procedures, as well as ensuring that all Federal End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) requirements are met; represents the organization in a professional manner.

Requirements:
Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Requires licensure and current registration as a registered nurse in the State of Michigan.
Requires previous supervisory experience, preferably in dialysis, and two years experience in medical-surgical nursing.
Previous experience in critical care or dialysis preferred; BSN preferred.

 

ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER
Plans, organizes, directs and controls administrative activities of assigned Dialysis Units for Greenfield Health Systems. Interviews, selects, hires, evaluates and disciplines clinical, technical, and clerical employees. Works on a variety of dialysis and institutional special projects and performs other related duties as required. Will strive to fulfill the organization's mission, vision, values, philosophy and goals. Acts as patient liaison to ensure proper handling of complaints or problems; negotiates on behalf of GHS with other departments and/or outside agencies for services, revenue, or special projects; evaluates and monitors performance of area of responsibility for alignment with departmental goals and targets.

Requires completion of a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience. Supervisory experience in a dialysis setting preferred.

 

RN - DIALYSIS
Under general supervision, but according to established policies and procedures, renders professional nursing care to patients in the Hemodialysis Unit. Interacts with patients and their families in order to explain the treatment procedures and general rules and practices in the unit. Oversees the activities of other nursing and technical personnel when functioning in a charge responsibility; participates in research projects; and performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- Completion of a nursing program from an accredited school of nursing
- Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Michigan
- 6-12 months of nursing care experience

 

RN ACUTE - DIALYSIS
Responsible for admission and ongoing assessments of patients utilizing physical and psychosocial assessment skills, diagnostic data, and medical evaluations. Evaluates effectiveness of care provided as related to short and long term patient goals. Develops a plan for patient care including actions in anticipation of individual patient needs. Implements nursing actions and medical orders to meet complex needs of patients and significant others, taking into account their age specific psychosocial and educational needs. Documents care provided and patient responses to care in appropriate forms in the patient's record.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- Completion of a nursing program from an accredited school of nursing
- Successful completion of the Board examination
- Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Michigan
- Must have at least 12 months experience as a registered nurse, including at least 3 months of experience providing nursing care to maintenance dialysis patients.

 

CLINICAL TECH - DIALYSIS
MUST CURRENTLY HAVE OR OBTAIN WITHIN 18 MONTHS OF HIRE, CERTIFICATION AS A DIALYSIS TECHNICIAN. Under supervision of nursing staff, is responsible for the assessment and direct care of patients on hemodialysis. Requires high school diploma or GED, with at least one of the following requirements: Two years of dialysis Clinical Technician experience OR Two years of direct patient care experience, preferably with completion of related college science courses (chemistry, biology), OR 8 hours college credit in biology/chemistry/anatomy and 20 credits towards a science degree or an Associates degree in Science, OR A bachelors of Science degree.

 

STAFF EDUCATOR
The position needs an enthusiastic, motivated RN for our growing Staff Education department at Bingham Farms. This position offers professional growth and development opportunities which include organization of education programs and participation in setting standards of care. It offers a blend of clinical care and administrative work. Requirements include Michigan RN license and two yearsdialysis experience.

 

CKD COORDINATOR
This rewarding position will develop patient education and programs specifically focused on the pre-ESRD population. In addition, the qualified candidate will participate in the implementation of the programs and promote Greenfield Health Systems as the provider of choice for patients approaching the need for dialysis. This role works closely with patient care providers, medical, marketing, patient placement and management staff. Part-time position (24 hours) at our Bingham Farms office. It requires excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively. Master of Social Work, Education or other related degree. Previous experience in health care setting required; Dialysis experience preferred.

 

SOCIAL WORKER - DIALYSIS
Responsible for the provision of social work service to renal patients and their families. Demonstrate strong assessment and counseling skills through interaction with patients, families, physicians and staff in our (Greenfield Health Systems) in-center and home programs. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Masters of Social Work degree required. ACSW and previous experience in health care setting preferred.

 

DIALYSIS DIETITIAN
In conjunction with the head nurse and medical director, the position is responsible for all aspects of renal nutrition, and assessment of dialysis patient. Major job functions include:routine patient assessments, care plans, and parient education. Requires Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, completion of an approved dietetic intership. ADA Registered or Registration eligible. Two years experience in clinical or ambulatory nutritional counselling preferred.

 

LPN - HEMODIALYSIS
Provides nursing care to patients as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practices and regulations, and as may be directed by the Director of Nursing or Nursing Department Managers. And in doing so, to lead or direct non-professional nursing staff in the delivery of direct resident care and support functions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in good standing and currently licensed by the State of Michigan.

 

REGISTRY CLERK
Under general supervision, but according to established policies and procedures, receives patients into the Hemodialysis unit or clinic, obtains patient records, schedules tests and treatments, registers new patients, transcribes physicians orders, types miscellaneous materials and performs other duties as assigned.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants interested in joining our team, please apply online at www.henryford.com or call
1-800-546-5458


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