Dialysis Registered Nurse

Sheridan Community Hospital; Sheridan Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Community Hospital in Sheridan, Michigan is seeking a Full Time Dialysis Nurse to deliver comprehensive hemodialysis care. The role emphasizes safety, high-quality treatment, and compassionate patient education for patients and families.

The nurse will work with nephrologists and hospital teams to coordinate care, monitor treatments, and maintain EMR documentation in a Critical Access Hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Michigan.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience; at least 1 year in dialysis or nephrology preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently in a Critical Access Hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care during hemodialysis treatments ensuring safety and adherence to clinical standards.
• Monitor patient responses before, during and after dialysis sessions and intervene appropriately.
• Perform and document patient assessments, vital signs and treatment progress.
• Collaborate with nephrologists, hospital staff and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Operate, troubleshoot and maintain dialysis equipment in compliance with safety protocols.
• Provide patient and family education regarding dialysis treatments and homecare practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR and follow infection control policies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Independence

Education

Registered Nurse license (Michigan)

BLS certification

ACLS certification preferred

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Sheridan Community Hospital - Sheridan, MI 48884, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Day, Position: Dialysis Nurse

Reports to: Nursing Manager

Schedule: Full Time Dialysis Nurse

About Us:

Sheridan Community Hospital is a trusted Critical Access Hospital serving our rural community with high-quality, compassionate care. Our surgical team is committed to safety, excellence, and patient-centered service in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Summary:

The Full Time Dialysis Nurse provides comprehensive hemodialysis care for patients at Sheridan Community Hospital in Sheridan Michigan This role ensures safe effective and high-quality dialysis treatment while supporting patients and families through education and compassionate clinical care

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care during hemodialysis treatments ensuring safety and adherence to clinical standards
• Monitor patient responses before during and after dialysis sessions and intervene appropriately
• Perform and document patient assessments vital signs and treatment progress
• Collaborate with nephrologists’ hospital staff and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
• Operate troubleshoot and maintain dialysis equipment in compliance with safety protocols
• Provide patient and family education regarding dialysis treatments and homecare practices
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record EMR
• Follow infection control policies and maintain a clean safe clinical environment
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the dialysis program
• Experience with cannulation is required
• Participate in quality improvement projects. Attend training and meetings as required
• Maintains awareness of current quality and safety measures on the unit and follows guidelines or reporting measures to ensure safety of patients, visitors, and staff.
• Knowledge and skills in quality improvement and research methodologies.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Education, Experience and Other Requirements:

• Current Registered Nurse RN license in the State of Michigan
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience including at least 1 year in a dialysis or nephrology setting preferred
• Current BLS certification
• ACLS certification preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently in a Critical Access Hospital environment