Dialysis Charge Nurse RN

Dialysis Clinic, Inc.•Christiansted,

1d•$36 - $45

About The Position

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. (DCI), a nonprofit dialysis provider, is seeking a compassionate and motivated Dialysis Charge Nurse to supervise nursing personnel and help ensure patients receive safe, high-quality care. The role supports individualized care for people facing chronic kidney disease and works collaboratively with patient care teams. Potential full-time schedules vary by clinic and may consist of five 8-hour shifts, four 10-hour shifts, or three 13.33-hour shifts, starting at 5 a.m. The schedule is set upon hiring. Compensation is $36–$45 per hour, depending on nursing and dialysis experience. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is available. Dialysis experience is required; supervisory experience is preferred. DCI is the nation’s largest nonprofit dialysis provider, with more than 270 locations in 30 states. The organization offers hemodialysis, home dialysis, and peritoneal dialysis, and invests in its care teams and kidney-care research.

Requirements

Current RN license.
At least one year of dialysis nursing experience.
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated clinical proficiency.
Desire to collaborate with care teams.
Established leadership skills.
Ability to problem solve.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Obtain and review new-patient information and consent forms before initial treatment.
Assist and oversee patient care staff in initiating, monitoring, and terminating dialysis treatments as needed.
Coordinate patient scheduling with the nurse manager, aligning patient needs with staff capabilities and experience.
Manage clinic operations in the manager’s absence, following safety and staffing guidelines.
Communicate patient status to physicians, implement orders, and document them.
Participate in patient care conferences, medical rounds, and chart review; document progress notes.
Contribute to risk management, QAPI, and infection control committees.
Supervise initial and ongoing patient education.
Review and document patient education to ensure compliance with ESRD Network, regulatory agencies, DCI’s CQI Program, and clinic requirements.
Manage monthly patient laboratory work in accordance with clinic policies and protocols.
Oversee primary nursing teams and non-licensed staff to ensure completion of assignments.
Support training of new staff as directed and supervised by the education coordinator, clinical supervisor, and/or nurse manager.
Provide feedback and assist the nurse manager with staff performance reviews.
Serve as an expert resource for clinical staff.

Benefits

$2,500 sign-on bonus.
Paid training with a preceptor.
Charge nurse continuing education classes.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Life and long-term disability insurance at no additional expense to the employee.
Paid time off, including holidays.
Extended Sick Bank in addition to PTO, providing paid time for doctor appointments, sickness, or medical leave.
Retirement plans with a 50% match on each contributed dollar for eligible employees, up to 8%.
Education reimbursement.
Employee assistance program.
Wellness program.