Registered Nurse - Acute Dialysis

Henry Ford Health; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is seeking a Registered Nurse for Acute Dialysis. You will perform comprehensive patient assessments, direct care, and documentation for patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis, with potential leadership responsibilities as Charge Nurse.

Qualified candidates hold a Michigan RN license and have at least 12 months of nursing experience, including 3 months in maintenance hemodialysis.

Qualifications

• Graduate of state approved school of nursing required.
• Current State of Michigan RN licensure required.
• Prior to assuming charge responsibilities, must have at least 12 months experience in nursing care including 3 months experience providing nursing care to maintenance Hemodialysis patients.
• Previous dialysis experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Patient Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct thorough physical and psychosocial assessments to develop individualized care plans.
• Direct Patient Care: Implement evidence-based nursing interventions and orders for complex patient needs.
• Continuous Evaluation & Advocacy: Monitor and adjust care to optimize outcomes and advocate for patients.
• Meticulous Documentation: Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions and responses.
• Clinical Leadership: Provide oversight and mentorship to LPNs and technical staff as Charge Nurse when assigned.
• Team Development: Assist in orientation and training of new team members to support quality patient care.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Hemodialysis care

Education

Graduate of state approved school of nursing

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

As a Registered Nurse in Acute Dialysis, you'll play a vital role in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to patients during their most critical moments. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while developing expertise in specialized acute dialysis nursing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Comprehensive Patient Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct thorough physical and psychosocial assessments utilizing diagnostic data and clinical expertise to develop individualized care plans that anticipate patient needs and support both short and long-term health goals.
• Direct Patient Care: Implement evidence-based nursing interventions and medical orders to address the complex needs of patients and their families, with sensitivity to age-specific, psychosocial, and educational considerations.
• Continuous Evaluation & Advocacy: Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care provided, making real-time adjustments to optimize patient outcomes and serve as a strong advocate for patient needs.
• Meticulous Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and responses to care in accordance with clinical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Clinical Leadership: When assigned Charge Nurse responsibilities, provide clinical oversight and mentorship to LPNs and technical personnel, demonstrating professional excellence through role modeling, effective communication, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Team Development: Contribute to a culture of excellence by assisting in the orientation and training of new team members, fostering a supportive environment that promotes professional growth and quality patient care.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Graduate of state approved school of nursing required. Current State of Michigan RN licensure required. Prior to assuming charge responsibilities, must have at least 12 months experience in nursing care including 3 months experience providing nursing care to maintenance Hemodialysis patients. Previous dialysis experience preferred.