Dialysis Registered Nurse, Home Hemo & Peritoneal RN (Creve Coeur and St Charles)

Capitalmarketsp; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the dialysis field is seeking a Dialysis Registered Nurse for home medication training. The role involves working with patients to ensure they receive quality care, providing training, and visiting homes. Ideal candidates should be licensed RNs with clinical experience, preferably in dialysis.

Benefits

Competitive on-call pay

Flexible schedules

Qualifications

• Must have a current RN license in good standing with at least 12 months of nursing experience.
• Preferred experience in dialysis care and CPR certification prior to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Train patients and care partners in self-care for dialysis.
• Conduct home visits to assess patient environments and performance.
• Document all nursing services accurately in the Electronic Medical Record.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Patient Care

Education

Current RN license

CPR certification

Job description

Dialysis Registered Nurse, Home Hemo & Peritoneal RN (Creve Coeur and St Charles)

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USRC's strength as a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate diversity in our workforce. We prioritize recruiting top talent and fostering an inclusive work environment at all levels of our organization.

• A Home Therapy nurse trains patients in-home and sometimes in-center for hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.
• We offer training in in-center hemodialysis, critical care, and home health, with backgrounds in these areas being advantageous.
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm; flexible schedules may be available based on patient caseload.
• Competitive on-call pay when participating in on-call rotations.
• Home Training Nurses rarely work on holidays.
• We lead the industry in clinical quality, achieving excellent patient outcomes as measured by CMS ESRD Quality Incentive Program.
• We are industry leaders in home dialysis, delivering 17% of treatments at patients' homes.

The Home Therapy Registered Nurse provides patient training and ongoing support for home dialysis patients, ensuring quality care and superior customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and practice acts related to home dialysis and patient care.
• Train patients and care partners in self-care for Peritoneal Dialysis or Hemodialysis, meeting federal and state RN requirements.
• Conduct home visits to assess the patient's environment and performance, initially and annually, with more frequent assessments as needed.
• Communicate assessment results to physicians and team members.
• Document all nursing services accurately in the Electronic Medical Record, including training, interactions, and phone conversations.
• Participate in infection control activities and monitor emergency procedures.
• Ensure adequate supply inventory and timely ordering to prevent issues.
• Use data and critical thinking to improve patient outcomes and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Obtain and communicate lab results, administer medications, and perform on-call nursing services as needed.
• Maintain flexibility in staffing locations and hours to meet program needs.
• Regular attendance is required.

**Home Hemodialysis Specific Responsibilities:**

• Coordinate home environment evaluations with technical services.
• Ensure water sampling and culture testing are completed per policy.

**Qualifications:**

• Current RN license in applicable state, in good standing.
• At least 12 months of clinical nursing experience, with 3 months in the specific dialysis modality (6 months in states with stricter requirements like Texas).
• Preferred: Experience in dialysis care.
• CPR certification prior to patient care.
• Ability to distinguish all primary colors.
• Complete Home Therapy Nurse Orientation and maintain annual competency.
• Proficient in English communication and basic computer skills, with all USRC clinical applications mastered within 90 days.

U.S. Renal Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran.