Registered Nurse - Dialysis

AccessHealth; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a Hemodialysis Team Leader to oversee chronic hemodialysis care and supervise direct patient care staff. The role ensures compliance with facility, state, and federal regulations while delivering safe, effective treatment.

The position includes guiding staff daily, coordinating patient care plans, supervising procedures, training teams, and participating in quality assurance. Travel between facilities is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program with current licensure.
• Minimum of 9 months nursing experience and 3 months in dialysis; supervisory experience preferred.
• Complete hemodialysis training; strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily guidance, support, and performance feedback to staff; participate in staffing and disciplinary decisions.
• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate patient care plans; assess patient needs and respond to treatment concerns.
• Supervise dialysis procedures; operate equipment safely; ensure quality control.
• Train and orient staff; promote safety protocols; facilitate staff meetings.
• Administer medications; educate patients and families about treatment, diet, and medication management.
• Assist in staff hiring; participate in quality assurance activities; support special projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Supervisory experience

Emergency response ability

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nursing program with current licensure

Job description

Role Overview:

Acts as the hemodialysis team leader, overseeing chronic hemodialysis care and supervising direct patient care staff. Ensures compliance with facility, state, and federal regulations while delivering safe, effective treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily guidance, support, and performance feedback to staff, participate in staffing and disciplinary decisions.


• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.


• Coordinate patient care plans, assess patient needs, and respond to treatment concerns.


• Supervise dialysis procedures, operate equipment safely, and ensure quality control.


• Train and orient staff, promote safety protocols, and facilitate staff meetings.


• Administer medications, educate patients and families about treatment, diet, and medication management.


• Assist in staff hiring, participate in quality assurance activities, and support special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program with current licensure.


• Minimum of 9 months nursing experience and 3 months in dialysis; supervisory experience preferred.


• Complete hemodialysis training; strong communication skills required.


• Ability to handle emergency situations, supervise staff, and ensure compliance.

Additional Details

The role involves interaction with patients, staff, physicians, and external partners, with responsibilities including documentation, equipment management, and participation in meetings. Physical demands include working in healthcare environments with potential exposure to infectious materials, requiring travel between facilities.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace and values diversity.