Job Description
The In-Home Peritoneal Dialysis Training Nurse (also known as PD Home Therapy RN or Home Training RN) is a specialized Registered Nurse responsible for training patients and their care partners to safely and independently perform peritoneal dialysis (PD) at home. This role emphasizes patient education, hands-on training, ongoing support, and home visits to ensure compliance with treatment protocols, prevent complications like peritonitis, and promote quality of life for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient & Care Partner Training (Primary Focus):
- Deliver comprehensive, hands-on PD training (e.g., CAPD or APD) over 9–12 weeks in clinical settings and in-home .
- Teach aseptic techniques, catheter care, solution exchanges, machine operation, troubleshooting, and infection prevention .
- Adapt teaching to diverse learning styles, including family members or caregivers.
- Home Assessments & Follow-Up :
- Conduct initial and annual home visits to evaluate environment suitability, supplies, and technique.
- Perform monthly clinics, telephonic support, and on-call troubleshooting for complications (e.g., peritonitis, exitsite issues).
- Case Management :
- Monitor patient progress : Labs, vital signs, adequacy testing, and adherence.
- Collaborate with MDT (nephrologists, dietitians, social workers) for individualized care plans.
- Quality & Compliance :
- Ensure regulatory compliance (federal/state RN qualifications for home dialysis).
- Document thoroughly in EMR; report incidents.
Qualifications
- Active RN license.
- RN with experience in PD training.
- Minimum of one-year nursing experience, with expertise in hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.
- At least six months of general dialysis experience.
- CDN (Certified Dialysis Nurse) preferred.
- BLS/ACLS required.
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