Hemodialysis RN: Specialized Dialysis Care, Steady Hours

NPAworldwide; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hemodialysis Registered Nurse is sought by NPAworldwide to deliver safe, high-quality chronic dialysis care in a nursing home setting under the Unit Medical Director, aligned with facility, state, and federal standards.

You will initiate and monitor dialysis, manage access care, administer medications, and educate patients and families while maintaining safety and infection control. Requires RN licensure and dialysis experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Approximately one year nursing experience.
• Current appropriate state licensure.
• Hemodialysis experience desirable.
• CPR Healthcare Recognition per AHA.
• Possesses reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, monitor, and discontinue hemodialysis treatments; assess patients pre- and post-treatment.
• Perform access care and dialyze isolation patients using proper precautions.
• Administer and document medications per physician orders and within RN scope of practice.
• Recognize and report dialysis and non-dialysis-related problems promptly.
• Obtain blood samples and initiate/discontinue blood transfusions per policy.
• Develop and update individualized nursing care plans.
• Provide patient and family education as opportunities arise.
• Maintain a safe environment using proper body mechanics, universal precautions, and infection control.
• Operate, sanitize, and maintain dialysis and water treatment equipment per policy.
• Assist with supply ordering, inventory management, and unit organization.
• Report equipment malfunctions and supply issues promptly.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, coordinators, patients, and families.
• Assist in orienting and training new staff.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and CQI projects.
• Support scheduling and adequate unit coverage as needed.

Skills

RN license

ESRD knowledge

CPR certification

Dialysis equipment knowledge

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's in nursing or health-related field

Tools

Dialysis machines

Job description

Hemodialysis Registered Nurse is sought by NPAworldwide to deliver safe, high-quality chronic dialysis care in a nursing home setting under the Unit Medical Director, aligned with facility, state, and federal standards.

You will initiate and monitor dialysis, manage access care, administer medications, and educate patients and families while maintaining safety and infection control. Requires RN licensure and dialysis experience is preferred.