Registered Nurse (RN) - Dialysis

Advocate Health • Milwaukee, WI

6d • $38 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Dialysis supports dialysis services primarily in the dialysis room at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center and provides bedside treatments at Aurora St. Luke's, Aurora St. Luke's South Shore, and Aurora Sinai Medical Center. The role is full time, with a day-shift schedule of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient-care needs.

The RN uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the care continuum. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, collaborates with the care team, promotes safety, and evaluates outcomes. The position also involves accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, appropriate delegation, ethical practice, professional development, and providing age-appropriate care. The stated pay range is $38.20–$57.30, with a $6-per-hour pool differential.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active, unrestricted RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
• Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
• Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently during the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to push and pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine-hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Must wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
• Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Licensed nurses providing telehealth, telenursing, or virtual services must be licensed or hold practice privileges in the state(s) where their clients are located and are responsible for complying with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient-care needs.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, applying the relevant departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, and incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Career development and well-being programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed