Primary Job Title:
Chronic Registered Nurse
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
- Dialysis Registered Nurse
- Hemodialysis RN
- Chronic Care RN
Location:
Salisbury, MD
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Contract Details:
- Position Type: Contract
- Contract Duration: 3 months
- Start: As Soon As Possible
- Pay Rate: $48.00 – $50.00/hr
Job Summary:
The Chronic Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and coordinating clinically competent care for patients with End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD). Working as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary care team, the RN delivers safe, effective dialysis treatment while supporting education, leadership, and quality improvement initiatives that improve patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform ongoing assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients during all phases of hemodialysis treatment.
- Document findings accurately in the patient medical record, adjusting treatment plans as necessary and notifying the physician or charge nurse.
- Provide education to patients and families regarding disease management, dialysis procedures, and transplant options.
- Administer prescribed medications and evaluate their effectiveness in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Direct and coordinate care delivered by Patient Care Technicians, LPNs/LVNs, and ancillary staff.
- Participate in staff training, orientation, and ongoing education to ensure team competence and compliance.
- Ensure proper lab collection, processing, and documentation.
- Maintain safety, infection control, and compliance standards in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Initiate emergency response measures as necessary.
- Support facility-wide quality initiatives and improvement programs.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership and oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting the following requirements:
- Completion of all internal RN education and training programs.
- Minimum 9 months of RN experience.
- Minimum 3 months of chronic or acute hemodialysis experience.
Education & Licensure:
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current Maryland RN license (or ability to obtain prior to start).
- CPR/BLS certification required.
- Must meet the practice requirements of the state of employment.
Experience & Required Skills:
- At least 1 year of nephrology nursing experience within the past two years.
- Chronic hemodialysis experience required.
- Strong patient assessment, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- Provides direct patient care involving frequent standing, lifting, and assisting patients.
- May lift or move dialysis equipment weighing up to 200 lbs. with assistance and handle solutions up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
- Exposure to healthcare environments with moderate noise and infectious materials.
- May require occasional travel to other facilities or training sites.
- Must complete Ishihara Color Blindness Test (reasonable accommodations available).
Soft Skills:
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Team-oriented with a focus on quality and safety.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies across healthcare, life sciences, finance, technology, and energy sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number:
25-28309
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