Dialysis RN

FutureCare; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 82,215 - 123,323; Full time

Job summary

FutureCare is looking for a skilled Dialysis Registered Nurse in Baltimore, Maryland, responsible for providing direct patient care to individuals with chronic kidney diseases. The role involves initiating and terminating dialysis, monitoring patients, and educating them about their condition.

The ideal candidate must have an active Maryland RN license, a relevant nursing degree, and preferably two years of dialysis experience. A comprehensive understanding of renal disease management is essential. The salary range for this full-time position is between $82,215.62 and $123,323.44 annually.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license issued in the state of Maryland is mandatory.
• Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• At least 1 year of experience after obtaining the license will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform direct patient care including vital signs, dialysis initiation, and documentation.
• Assess and document patient conditions, and communicate emergencies to superiors.
• Provide education on renal disease and dialysis treatments.

Skills

Patient care skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Basic computer skills

Education

Active Registered Nurse license in Maryland

Nursing Degree from accredited college

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

At FutureCare our Dialysis Registered Nurses are skilled in handling patients with chronic kidney diseases. They are responsible for the delivery of all dialysis related nursing services for END Stage Renal Dialysis (ESRD) patient in chronic settings. They assess, administer medications, and monitor patients throughout dialysis as well as educate them on kidney disease and the lifestyle choices that help them to manage their disease.

Salary Range $82,215.62 -$123,323.44 Full Time Annual

Salary Disclosure Statement

The salary mentioned above reflects the potential base pay range for this role. Bonuses or other incentives (if applicable) are offered separately and paid pursuant to the relevant program schedule. All employment offers will consider such factors as overall experience, job-related qualifications, location, certifications/training, etc.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform direct patient care to include vital signs, initiation and termination of dialysis, documentation, physical assessment of patients and patient treatments, taking and transcription of physician’s orders, blood draws and documentation of ordered laboratory work
• Assess patients general physical and mental condition, review dialysis orders, and document observations in patient medical records
• Analyze patient assessments, laboratory data and, when concerns are noted, bring issues to the attention of the physicians
• Communicate all emergencies, patient life-threatening complications and related incidents to Superior, Medical Director, Regional Director
• Assess patient and family leaning readiness and provide appropriate information on renal disease, prescribed dialysis treatment, and medical regimen and its impact on the patient status of health and well-being
• Provide dialysis therapy to include formulating dialysis plan per physician orders, weight and rate of ultrafiltration, verify safety measures, administer medications or other appropriate treatments, disconnect dialysis according to established procedure, document all activity as appropriate
• Educate patients on pre and post dialysis care
• Administer patient quality care in considerate, respectful manner
• Participate in the development and implementation of the patient’s short- and long-term plan

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Registered Nurse license issued in the state of Maryland
• Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university required
• New graduate with at least one year of experience after obtaining license will be considered
• 2 year of dialysis experience preferred
• Current CPR License required
• Complete training programs approved by a Medical Director and the governing body as required guidelines prior to operating the water treatment system
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite required

Equal Opportunity Employer

FutureCare has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all and welcome all applications.