Home Dialysis Training Center
The FORTIS Home Dialysis Training Center provides structured training for Home Hemodialysis (HHD) and Peritoneal Dialysis (PD). This program prepares patients, caregivers, and clinical support staff through simulation-based learning, hands-on practice, and competency validation — all within clearly defined clinical and provider boundaries.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate equipment setup, operation, and breakdown procedures for HHD and PD systems
- Perform hand hygiene and aseptic technique consistent with infection-prevention standards
- Execute routine procedure sequencing from preparation through post-treatment
- Identify and respond to common complications within the approved training scope
- Complete supply management, storage, and inventory documentation
- Practice emergency-response education within defined boundaries
- Document treatment records and communicate with the responsible provider team
Who This Is For
- Patients prescribed home hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis by their physician
- Caregivers supporting home dialysis patients
- Clinical support staff at dialysis organizations
- Healthcare organizations seeking structured dialysis training delivery
Core Training Topics
Built on the SHIELD™ Standard
This program is designed, delivered, and documented under SHIELD™ — FORTIS's proprietary training methodology and competency-validation framework.
Methodology details are shared with partner organizations only.
Documentation Produced
Scope & Boundary Disclaimer
FORTIS does not independently prescribe dialysis, change dialysis prescriptions, provide nephrology care, or replace the patient\'s dialysis provider. This training program operates under clearly defined clinical and provider boundaries. Training is delivered on behalf of or in partnership with the participant\'s responsible dialysis/nephrology provider. FORTIS certification does not constitute CMS certification or replace facility-specific training requirements.
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