Dialysis Registered Nurse

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

Job summary

Sheridan Community Hospital is seeking a Full Time Dialysis Nurse to provide comprehensive hemodialysis care in Sheridan, Michigan. The role emphasizes patient safety, compassionate care, and collaboration with nephrology and hospital staff.

The ideal candidate will hold a Michigan RN license with at least 2 years of nursing experience, including dialysis or nephrology exposure. BLS is required, ACLS preferred, and the position operates within a Critical Access Hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Michigan.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience including at least 1 year in 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care during hemodialysis treatments while 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.
• 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.
• Attend training and meetings as required for quality improvement projects.
• Maintain awareness of current quality and safety measures and follow reporting guidelines.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Independence

Education

Michigan RN license

Tools

EMR

Job description

Position: Dialysis NurseReports to: Nursing ManagerSchedule: Full Time Dialysis NurseAbout 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 careEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Provide direct patient care during hemodialysis treatments ensuring safety and adherence to clinical standardsMonitor patient responses before during and after dialysis sessions and intervene appropriatelyPerform and document patient assessments vital signs and treatment progressCollaborate with nephrologists’ hospital staff and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient careOperate troubleshoot and maintain dialysis equipment in compliance with safety protocolsProvide patient and family education regarding dialysis treatments and homecare practicesMaintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record EMRFollow infection control policies and maintain a clean safe clinical environmentParticipate in quality improvement initiatives within the dialysis programExperience with cannulation is requiredParticipate in quality improvement projects. Attend training and meetings as requiredMaintains 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 assignedEducation, Experience and Other Requirements:Current Registered Nurse RN license in the State of MichiganMinimum 2 years of nursing experience including at least 1 year in a dialysis or nephrology setting preferredCurrent BLS certificationACLS certification preferredStrong clinical assessment and critical thinking skillsAbility to work independently in a Critical Access Hospital environment