Registered Nurse (RN) Lynchburg Dialysis
About The Position
UVA Health is hiring a Registered Nurse for its Lynchburg outpatient dialysis clinic. The nurse provides life-sustaining care to patients with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), combining clinical assessment and treatment monitoring with ongoing, patient-centered relationships. Prior dialysis experience is not required; the clinic provides specialty training and support from experienced leaders, educators, charge nurses, and the broader care team. The role includes assessing patient readiness and safety before dialysis, monitoring patients during treatment, supporting and overseeing Patient Care Technicians, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and documenting care in Epic. The typical RN ratio is 1:12. Structured onboarding and individualized development plans support new hires; initial role training typically takes 8 to 12 weeks, with continued development throughout the first year. Flexible hours are needed because the facility offers late-evening appointments.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
- At least 1 year of relevant experience.
- Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods and frequently travel, bend, and stoop.
- Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; and ability to write legibly.
- Ability to lift, push, or pull 20–50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Prior dialysis experience is not required; motivation to develop in a specialized nursing practice is sought.
- Coachability, positivity, accountability, teamwork, reliability, curiosity, and commitment to continuous learning.
Responsibilities
- Assess and triage patients before dialysis treatment, using clinical judgment to determine readiness and safety.
- Monitor patients’ responses throughout treatment, recognize changes, and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Oversee and support care delivered by Patient Care Technicians.
- Collaborate with charge nurses, dieticians, social workers, providers, and other team members to promote safe, high-quality care.
- Document care in Epic using established nursing templates and workflows.
- Build trust-based relationships with chronic-care patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement savings
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Health savings plans and flexible spending accounts
- Certification and education support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
