PRN RN Dialysis Days
About The Position
The Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to adults and aging adults with acute or chronic kidney failure in an inpatient hospital setting. The role performs critical tasks in assessing patients and initiating, monitoring, and terminating dialysis treatments, including hemodialysis, continuous renal replacement therapy, and peritoneal dialysis. The RN coordinates and delivers care through the nursing process, following established clinical protocols, provider orders, organizational policies, standards of practice, and regulatory requirements. The RN works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and evaluate individualized care plans and support desired patient outcomes. The role also educates patients and families about kidney disease, dialysis procedures, treatment plans, diet, medication, and post-discharge care. The position is PRN, with a stated schedule of 7 a.m.–7:30 p.m. and participation in a weekend call rotation. Other related duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate of a state-accredited school of professional nursing.
- Minimum of one year of dialysis nursing experience.
- RN state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
- Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
- Ability to work as part of a team and assist others when needed.
- Dependable transportation required.
- Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
- Ability to conduct thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
- Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
- Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients and initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis treatments.
- Provide direct nursing care to patients with acute or chronic kidney failure, including patients receiving hemodialysis, continuous renal replacement therapy, or peritoneal dialysis.
- Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
- Conduct patient assessments, document findings, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
- Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration.
- Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
- Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
- Advocate for patients’ rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
- Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, dialysis, diet, medication, and post-discharge care.
- Implement infection control protocols and promote patient safety.
- Monitor and operate medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
- Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
- Inspect and maintain dialysis machines and equipment.
- Perform other related duties.
