+ **Patient care** Providing direct care to patients with kidney disease or related conditions who are undergoing dialysis treatments.This includes assessing the patient's physical and psychological needs, and creating a care plan. + **Education** Teaching patients about their disease, treatment, and how to take responsibility for their health. + **Treatment management** Overseeing the dialysis treatment from start to finish, including priming the dialyser and bloodlines.This also includes administering the correct medications and evaluating the patient's response to treatment. + **Communication** Relaying updates or concerns between patients and doctors, and helping patients follow up with their transplant centers. + **Documentation** Recording the patient's vital signs and medical details, and reviewing their lab work and home medications. + **Equipment** Working with dialysis technicians to ensure the correct setup and operation of dialysis equipment and devices. + **Sterility** Ensuring treatment areas are maintained in a sterile manner. + **Support** Providing emotional support to patients, and supporting the entire care team.