Dialysis Nurse (RN)

Florida Society of Nephrology; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive

Housing stipend

On-site interview expense paid

Job summary

Lee Health in Fort Myers is seeking a Dialysis Nurse to safely deliver and document hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis treatments. You will apply the nursing process and coordinate care across the care team to meet patient needs.

The role requires 2 years of dialysis experience, Florida RN licensure, and BLS. A relocation incentive and housing stipend are available for qualifying candidates, with on-site interview expenses covered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• 2 years dialysis experience required. Acute dialysis experience preferred.
• Registered Nurse License in Florida.
• BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support).
• Proof of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe delivery and documentation of the hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis treatment.
• Patient care occurs through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery.
• Supports the organization vision and mission.

Skills

Dialysis nursing

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

RN License

Job description

Description

Location: Gulf Coast Medical Center - 13681 Doctor's Way Fort Myers FL 33912

Department: Dialysis Admin

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/7:00:00AM to 7:30:00PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $33.37 - $45.05 / hour

Hiring Incentive: $7,000 relocation bonus, and $1,800 per month housing stipend for 3 months, to those who qualify

Enjoy year-round sunshine and a peaceful coastal lifestyle while building a rewarding career withLee HealthinFort Myers.

As the leading healthcare provider in Southwest Florida, Lee Health has proudly served the residents of Lee County and surrounding communities since 1916.

Why Lee Health?

• Magnet Designation
• Family-like culture
• Hiring incentive for relocation, if eligible
• Exception benefits package
• Expense paid on-site interview
• Market competitive rates

Summary

Responsible for the safe delivery and documentation of the hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis treatment provided. Patient care occurs through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Performs responsibilities in five areas of nursing practice utilizing critical thinking, management, problem solving and differentiation of urgency in the role of: clinician, teacher, researcher, leadership and professional development. Responsible for directing and coordinating nursing care for patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards subscribed to by American Nursing Association and in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act and other regulatory standards. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization vision and mission. Uses knowledge of patients age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through excellence in customer service and performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care. The nurse practice is guided by the code of ethics for nurses with interpretative statements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing

Experience

• 2 years dialysis experience required. Acute dialysis experience preferred. Qualified individuals will successfully complete the competency assessment.

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

• Registered Nurse License

Certifications/Registration Requirements

• BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support)

Additional Requirements

• Proof of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date

US:FL:Fort Myers

Supported by over 10,000 dedicated employees and 4,500 volunteers and auxilians, Lee Health remains the bedrock of our community by offering acute care, emergency care, rehabilitative and diagnostic services, health and wellness education, community outreach and advocacy programs throughout the five county region. We continue to invest back into our community to improve facilities, add services and extending care to those who need it most – in their own back yard.