Registered Nurse (Dialysis)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Dialysis Registered Nurse for the Kansas City VA Medical Center. The role delivers specialized care for patients with acute kidney injury and end-stage renal disease, focusing on hemodialysis with a preference for PD experience.

The RN will participate in both scheduled and emergent dialysis, including call coverage for emergencies. The candidate should be a graduate of an accredited nursing program, possess a current RN license, and meet VA

Qualifications

• RN with current license to practice in the United States.
• Education per VA requirements for nursing candidates (ACEN/CCNE accreditation).
• Ability to obtain state licensure and meet bridge program provisions if applicable.
• Experience in hemodialysis is preferred (acute and chronic).
• Strong English language proficiency as required by VA Handbook 5005.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for ESRD, AKI, and CKD patients on dialysis.
• Manage both scheduled and emergent dialysis care including call coverage.
• Document care and treatment flowsheets in the EHR per policy.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
• Lead and participate in transitions of care within the health system.

Skills

Hemodialysis competence

Call coverage

Teamwork

Adaptability

Safety-focused care

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

ACEN/CCNE accreditation awareness

Job description

Summary

The Dialysis RN located at the Kansas City VA Medical Center is a professional nurse who provides specialized care for patients experiencing acute renal failure - chronic kidney disease - and end-stage renal disease. This role requires clinical expertise in both acute and chronic hemodialysis and a preference for experience in peritoneal dialysis (PD). The nurse will participate in both scheduled and emergent dialysis care - including call coverage for emergent hemodialysis and PD services.

Qualifications

• English Language Proficiency
• In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) - no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• OR Individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor's level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge program
• Upon achievement of a State license - the individual may be appointed on temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program
• (Reference VA Handbook 5005 - Appendix G6)
• OR In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing - possession of a current - full - active - and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant an appointment as a Nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry level Nursing education program
• Credit for foreign nursing education higher that associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD)
• Current - full - active - and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State - Territory or Commonwealth (i.e. - Puerto Rico) of the United States - or the District of Columbia
• Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements - but do not possess the required licensure - may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120-day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case-by-case-basis.) NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification
• Grade Determinations: The following Scope - Education and Dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates - and if appropriate - the level within a grade
• The Dimension requirements (Practice - Veteran/Patient Driven Care - Leadership - Professional Development and Evidence-Based Practice/Research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13062708
• Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I - Level I Delivers fundamental - knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies
• An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing - with no additional professional nursing required
• Nurse I - Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts - cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex
• An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required
• Nurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning
• Self-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations
• An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I - Level 2
• OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I - Level 2
• OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience
• OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience
• Nurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others
• A BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience
• OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no additional professional nursing experience
• Nurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting
• MSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Master's degree in *related field with BSN and two years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• *Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: See VA Handbook 5019
• Preferred Experience: Strong teamwork - adaptability - and a commitment to safe - high quality care
• Competence in hemodialysis - call required - ability to work independently in high-acuity situations.

Duties

• Duties include - but are not limited to: Functions as primary nurse for End-Stage renal disease (ESRD) patient panel and serves as key resource assisting patients navigate the healthcare system
• Specialized knowledge and demonstrates advanced beginner skills when providing and directing care for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) - acute kidney injury (AKI) - and late-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) Completes documentation for all clinical and technical recordkeeping in the electronic health record and treatment flowsheets in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Monitors - tracks/trends - and reports ongoing care continuity needs and outcomes to the interdisciplinary team
• Uses a team approach to identify - analyze - and resolve patient care problems with measurable outcomes
• Partners with the patient - family - and interdisciplinary team to promote effective and safe transitions across the health care continuum
• Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: 5:30 a.m
• - 4:00 p.m
• (4 Days) Compressed/Flexible: Ad-hoc Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): ???????Not Authorized