Inpatient Dialysis Nurse

Granville Health System • Oxford, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inpatient Dialysis Nurse provides specialized nursing care to hospitalized patients with kidney failure who require dialysis. The nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective dialysis treatment in an inpatient setting. The position is located at Granville Health System in Oxford, North Carolina. The starting rate is $34.88 per hour, with the final rate commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (ADN or BSN).
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong critical-thinking, communication, and time-management skills.
• Comfort working independently and in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of dialysis experience preferred.
• Inpatient or acute-care experience strongly desired.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be completed within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hemodialysis treatments to inpatients according to prescribed care plans.
• Assess patients before and after treatment, including monitoring vital signs, fluid status, access sites, and overall condition.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for side effects or complications during dialysis sessions.
• Operate and troubleshoot dialysis equipment safely and effectively.
• Collaborate with nephrologists, physicians, transitional care, and other healthcare professionals to manage patient care.
• Work with and provide supervision to Hemodialysis Technicians.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of treatments, assessments, and patient responses in the electronic medical record.
• Educate patients and families about dialysis treatment, dietary restrictions, fluid management, and medication adherence.
• Follow hospital infection control procedures and maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Respond to emergencies and assist in stabilizing critically ill patients undergoing dialysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice.

Benefits

• NC Local Government Pension Plan, with a 5-year vesting period.
• Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and various supplemental benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Shift differentials of $2.50–$5.00 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree