Programs

Our Full Course Dialysis Nurse Training Program consists of both theoretical/classroom and hands-­on/practical training in all phases of the hemodialysis process. All medical professionals and staff who complete this training course are fully capable of caring for and managing their patients throughout the entire hemodialysis process.

Each trainee is assigned to a preceptor (usually a senior staff nurse) on a one-on-one basis. The preceptor will guide and mentor him for the entire duration of the training period.

• Facilitates the development of the skills and competence of the trainee as a dialysis nurse.
• Imparts first­hand knowledge gained from experience to their assigned trainees.
• Ably mentor the assigned trainee without the direct supervision of the head nurse.
• Adheres to the prescribed modules of the training program.
• Continuously upgrades own skills and competence by participating in learning and practice conferences designed for medical professionals in this field of specialization.
• Assists nurse trainees, as needed, in planning and implementing assigned tasks.
• Provides helpful feedback to assigned nurse trainees.
• Evaluates assigned nurse trainees.

Module 1: Didactic Phase (120 hours)

• All applicable theories on renal nursing are taught and discussed
• Curriculum based on the RENAP Nursing Module
• Foundation for all aspiring nephrology nurses
• Simulation and Practice on IV cannulations included

Module 2: Monitoring, Observation and Priming (120 hours)

• Actual and initial exposure through our affiliated dialysis centers
• Trainees will be able to learn about the different types of ESRD patients through observation
• Orientation: Hemodialysis machine parameters, policies, and protocol adherence arising from complications and procedures pertaining to hemodialysis patients
• Observation: Initiation and termination of Arterio Venous Fistula Access (AVF) and Central Venous Catheter

Module 3: IV Cannulation and Termination (200 hours) *

• Actual handling of hemodialysis procedures
• IV Cannulation and Termination of Arterio Venous Fistula Access (AVF) access and Central Venous

* Note: This is the most essential part of the training

Module 4: Skills Mastery (200 hours)

• Required module for mastery of clinical skills.
• Additional exposure in the treatment area
• ACLS Certificate (optional)
• IVT Certificate and License
• Hepatitis Profile (Anti Hbs with Titer, Hbs Ag, Anti HcV)

GNTC is introducing a course with special emphasis on:

• Basic HR handling
• Billing & collection
• Staffing & scheduling
• Supplies & procurement

A course on repair & maintenance of hospital equipment with emphasis on dialysis machines.

The certification program designed for entry level nurses who aspires to specialize in the hemodialysis arm of the nephrology nursing field. The course will provide foundations for nephrology nursing including, but not limited to, anatomy and physiology of the renal system, renal replacement therapies and its principles and nursing process involved in caring for the renal patient. The course will also provide clinical hands-on experience to allow them to develop skills necessary to the practice.

The course is offered to promote awareness that there is a growing need for trained and competent hemodialysis nurses in the country. A standardized curriculum partnered with standardized actual practice is essential to bring forward nurses who are globally competent and able to professionally care to renal client needs.

COURSE OBJECTIVES AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
The course aims to produce globally competent hemodialysis nurse by provisioning standardized foundations of knowledge and in-depth clinical hands-on experience. The course will specifically aim to:

1. Enhance knowledge on the pertinent aspects of nephrology such as:

• Anatomy and Physiology of the Renal System with in-depth understanding of Acute Renal Failure and Chronic Renal Failure
• Basic principles of Dialysis and Pharmacology aligned with nephrology
• Nursing Management for acute and long-term complications of Renal Failure
• Vascular Access, its types, complications and care

2. Develop skills necessary for hemodialysis nursing practice in terms of:

• Adequate head-to-toe assessment of the renal client
• Adequate assessment of the vascular access
• Proper documentation of the procedure
• Machine set-up, priming and response to alarms
• Actual initiation and termination of three vascular access types
• Adequate response to emergencies

3. Develop deep understanding and awareness of the client needs by:

• Building rapport and providing of health teaching
• Culture an interest for innovations and evidence-based practice

The certification program is designed for college level and/or college graduates who aspires to learn and understand basic to advanced knowledge in Hemodialysis treatment and Chronic Kidney Disease patient care. The program is structured to provide two training Phases: Theoretical Phase and Clinical Exposure Phase. The coursework would include, but not be limited to, the following topics: 1) Renal Anatomy and Physiology, 2) General Patient Care Procedures, 3) Hemodialysis, its principles and components, 4) Vascular Access, 5) Managing the Hemodialysis Unit and Personnel.

The program is offered to promote awareness that there is a growing need for trained and competent Hemodialysis-specific Patient Care Technicians ready to start a career in the United States of America. A standardized curriculum patterned with standardized actual practice is essential to bring forward HPCTs who are able to function within the Hemodialysis care team and to promote holistic and quality care to renal patients.

The course aims to produce globally competent HPCTs by provisioning standardized foundations of knowledge and in-depth clinical hands-on experience. The course will specifically aim to:

1. Enhance knowledge on the pertinent aspects of nephrology such as:

• Anatomy and Physiology of the Renal System;
• Disease process and management of Acute Renal Failure and Chronic Renal Failure;
• Treatment Options for the patient with Renal Failure;
• Basic principles of Dialysis;
• Pharmacology aligned with nephrology;
• Specific scope and function of the Patient Care Technician in the Hemodialysis Care Team;
• Vascular Access, its types, complications and care;
• Legal aspects of Patient Care Technician Practice;

2. Develop skills necessary for HPCT practice in terms of:

• Adequate head-to-toe assessment of the renal client;
• Adequate assessment of the vascular access;
• Verification of the Treatment Plan pertaining to Hemodialysis treatments;
• Preparation of the delivery system, dialysate bath and dialyzer;
• Proper documentation of observations and the procedure parameters;
• Machine set-up, priming;
• Management of hemodialysis alarms and technical complications of hemodialysis;
• Actual initiation and termination of Arterio-venous fistula, arterio-venous graft and Central Venous Catheters;
• Monitoring patient and set-up intradialysis;
• Heparin and saline administration;
• Adequate response to emergencies;
• Documentation protocol and incident reporting;

3. Develop deep understanding and awareness of the client needs by:

• Building rapport and provision of health teaching;
• Establishment of empathy to psychosocial aspect of renal failure;
• Culture an interest for innovations and evidence-based practice;
• Maintains a professional attitude towards work

Hemodialysis Nurse Aide assists Dialysis Professionals in the performance of their technical duties involving non-direct patient care.