The NM BON is responsible for regulating hemodialysis technicians, who provide direct patient care under a registered nurse, including administering dialysis treatments and ensuring sterile procedures.
The New Mexico Board of Nursing (NM BON) has the statutory authority to regulate a variety of healthcare professions, one of which includes hemodialysis technicians. These technicians are key in providing direct patient care, particularly in administering dialysis treatments.
Their role is multifaceted and involves working under the supervision of a registered nurse. Tasks performed by hemodialysis technicians include reviewing patient history, assessing patient needs, monitoring the dialysis process, and ensuring the use of sterile procedures. Each aspect of the care they provide is critical to the safety and effectiveness of the dialysis treatment.