Dialysis Charge Nurse RN

Dialysis Clinic • Shelby, NC

420d

About The Position

The Dialysis Charge Nurse RN at Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is responsible for supervising nursing personnel to ensure that patients receive safe and high-quality care during dialysis treatments. This role emphasizes individualized patient care and involves coordinating patient scheduling, managing clinic operations, and providing education to both patients and staff. The Charge Nurse plays a critical role in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and contributing to the overall mission of the organization.

Requirements

• Current North Carolina RN license required
• One year of dialysis nursing experience required
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated clinical proficiency
• Desire to collaborate with care teams
• Established leadership skills
• Ability to problem solve

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Obtain and review all 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 nurse manager, maximizing resources to align patient needs with staff capabilities and experience
• Manage clinic operation following safety and staffing guidelines in absence of manager
• Communicate patient status to physician; implement and document orders
• 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 individual clinic requirements
• Manage monthly patient lab work in accordance with clinic policies and protocols
• Oversee primary nursing teams and non-licensed staff for completion of assignments
• Support training of new staff members as directed and supervised by the education coordinator, the clinical supervisor and/or the nurse manager
• Provide feedback and assist the nurse manager with staff performance reviews
• Functions as expert resource for clinical staff

Benefits

• Paid training with preceptor
• Charge nurse continuing education classes
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Life and long-term care insurance provided at no additional expense to employee
• Paid time off (PTO) including holidays
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO - paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave
• Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees