WAC 246-827-0520. Conditions for performing hemodialysis

(1) A medical assistant-hemodialysis technician trained by a federally approved end-stage renal disease facility may perform the following dialysis tasks: (a) Venipuncture for blood withdrawal; (b) Administration of oxygen as necessary by cannula or mask; (c) Venipuncture for placement of fistula needles; (d) Connection to vascular catheter for hemodialysis; (e) Intravenous administration of heparin and sodium chloride solutions as an integral part of dialysis treatment; (f) Intradermal, subcutaneous or topical administration of local anesthetics in conjunction with placement of fistula needles; and (g) Intraperitoneal administration of sterile electrolyte solutions and heparin for peritoneal dialysis. (2) A medical assistant-hemodialysis technician may perform the dialysis tasks described in subsection (1) of this section, under the following supervision: (a) In a renal dialysis center under immediate supervision of a registered nurse; or (b) In the patient's home if a physician and a registered nurse are available for consultation during the dialysis.