Dialysis Registered Nurse
About The Position
DaVita SNF Dialysis provides renal care on-site to skilled nursing facility residents in a modern, six-chair dialysis den. The Dialysis Registered Nurse serves as the clinical leader for ongoing hemodialysis care, partnering with a dedicated Patient Care Technician (PCT) and SNF care teams to provide safe, comfortable, and effective treatments. The role offers clinical autonomy, continuity with a consistent group of residents, and DaVita’s clinical governance and operational support. The position is based at 4000 Crocker Rd, Westlake, Ohio 44145. The schedule is three days per week, approximately 12-hour shifts, with no overnight on-call and no Sunday treatments. A retention bonus may be available to eligible dialysis-experienced candidates who are not currently employed by DaVita; full terms and payout milestones are provided during the offer process.
Requirements
- Current, active, unrestricted Ohio Registered Nurse license or valid Multi-State Compact RN license.
- At least one year of direct hemodialysis nursing experience in an in-center chronic, acute hospital, or SNF dialysis setting.
- Proficiency in cannulation, CVC access and management, dialysis machine operation, and RO water safety protocols.
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation, including MS Office, Word, and Outlook.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in charge nurse, preceptor, or clinical supervisory roles.
- Nephrology Nursing Certification (CDN or CNN) through NNCC.
- Familiarity with Fresenius 2008T equipment, central water rooms, and portable RO systems.
Responsibilities
- Lead treatment operations in a six-chair dialysis den.
- Perform comprehensive pre- and post-dialysis assessments.
- Evaluate fluid removal orders and monitor hemodynamic stability and vital signs.
- Manage vascular access, including AV fistulas, grafts, and central venous catheters (CVCs).
- Direct and collaborate with a dedicated PCT to support safe patient workflows, infection control, sterile protocols, and quality care.
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot Fresenius 2008T and Bibag hemodialysis machines.
- Oversee central water treatment systems and individual portable reverse osmosis (RO) units, including daily water quality testing.
- Partner with SNF facility care teams, attending physicians, nephrologists, dietitians, and the Regional Operations Manager to optimize clinical outcomes.
Benefits
- Retention bonus for eligible external dialysis-experienced nurses, paid in milestone installments.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off (PTO) and PTO cash-out options.
- Employee Assistance Program counseling sessions and free access to Headspace.
- Backup child and elder care.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid onboarding and training programs.
- Reimbursement for clinical license renewals and Nephrology Nurse Certifications (CNN/CDN).
- Career development programs, including Preceptor University and leadership pathways.
- More than 100 free continuing education courses and access to Gateway for career planning, self-paced learning, and teammate recognition.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
