The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.
Requirements
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Current appropriate state licensure
Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification
Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed
Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as a Registered Nurse
Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred)
Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN
Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN
About the employer
Fresenius Medical Care
Specialty Hospital
Fresenius Medical Care is a global healthcare company and the world's leading provider of dialysis services and products, specializing in the treatment of kidney disease. With operations spanning dozens of countries across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond, the company…
What reviewers appreciate
+Provides dialysis training for nurses without prior specialty experience
+Structured Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) offers defined career progression pathway
+Mission-driven organization focused on improving quality of life for kidney disease patients
What reviewers flag
−Inpatient Services RN roles require coverage across multiple area hospitals, potentially involving travel between facilities
−CAP 1 is an entry-level designation, which may mean limited initial autonomy or compensation compared to advanced CAP levels
−Highly specialized in dialysis and nephrology, which may limit broader clinical skill development compared to general hospital nursing
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