Dialysis RN - LTAC Care & Nephrology Expert

Kindred Hospital Tarrant County - Fort Worth Southwest; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Tarrant County - Fort Worth Southwest is seeking a Dialysis Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care for patients requiring renal replacement therapy in a LTAC setting. The role reports to the Dialysis Program Manager or Dialysis Supervisor.

The incumbent will plan and deliver care, supervise others, document in EMR, and collaborate with nephrology for optimal patient outcomes while ensuring safety and compliance. A BSN is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in the state of practice.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides patient care for adult and geriatric patients per physician orders.
• Supervises and directs patient care in treatment areas; communicates pre and post treatment reports to the primary RN.
• Documents patient assessments, vital signs, treatments in EMR; reports issues to physician.
• Analyzes assessments and dialysis orders; discusses issues with nephrologist; communicates emergencies as needed.
• Initiates and discontinues prescribed renal replacement therapy per physician orders and safety requirements.
• Attends orientation, homeroom meetings and in-services as required.
• Verifies accurate charges and documentation are submitted timely.
• Performs and mentors for hemodialysis and PD modalities.
• Participates in Quality Improvement meetings; serves as resource/preceptor for teammates.

Skills

Hemodialysis

Peritoneal dialysis

Clinical leadership

Patient care

Documentation & EMR

English fluency

Willingness to travel

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma

Baccalaureate prepared (BSN) preferred

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

Kindred Hospital Tarrant County - Fort Worth Southwest is seeking a Dialysis Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care for patients requiring renal replacement therapy in a LTAC setting. The role reports to the Dialysis Program Manager or Dialysis Supervisor.

The incumbent will plan and deliver care, supervise others, document in EMR, and collaborate with nephrology for optimal patient outcomes while ensuring safety and compliance. A BSN is preferred but not mandatory.