Patients on Dialysis A dialysis center has many employees, among them nurses that are specially trained to care for the needs of those patients receiving dialysis. A dialysis nurse is actually a Nephrology nurse. This is a special group of registered nurses that work with patients diagnosed with diseases of the kidneys. The nephrology nurse has specialized training in this area, and has been educated and trained to care to these patients. A nurse working in a hemodialysis center has many responsibilities, among them: • Educating patients about their disease, and the treatment for their disease. The nurse will be available to answer questions, and to speak with the family of the patient to answer any questions they may have. The nurse can provide dietary guidelines in order to get the best possible nutrition. •
The nurse will constantly monitor vital signs during their dialysis treatment. They will do frequent checks on patients, ensure they are feeling well, and see if they have any needs during the dialysis process.
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The nurse will review all lab reports to ensure there are no abnormalities. They will forward information to the patient's doctor for a complete evaluation, and to determine if any changes in treatment or medication need to be made.
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The special training for a nephrology nurse enables them to spot any abnormalities, and to observe the patient's reaction during the treatment. They will constantly observe the patients during the process and make notes of their condition.
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A kidney specialist nurse is very familiar with medications that most patients are on. They will check medications, and compare to lab levels to ensure each medication is working as intended.
Among the jobs the kidney specialist nurse does is, as all nurses do, cares for their patients. Related: Male Nurses Facts and History Home Hemodialysis Nurses Some patients do not receive dialysis in a center, but rather in their own home. These patients are dependent on the nurse to coordinate and