Registered Nurse - Hemodialysis

UVM Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital; City of Plattsburgh, New York (NY, NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated hemodialysis RN to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for initiating and monitoring dialysis treatments, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will possess a strong nursing background, excellent customer service skills, and a commitment to continuous learning. This position offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment, where your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing required.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in New York State.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, monitor, and evaluate dialysis treatment prescriptions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide patient care.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Customer Service

Flexibility

Team Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Education

Registered Nurse License in New York

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Following successful completion of the dialysis program, the hemodialysis RN will be able to initiate, monitor, discontinue, tear down and clean equipment used for dialysis. The hemodialysis RN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates treatment prescriptions. The hemodialysis RN recognizes emergent situations and appropriately intervenes. They collaborate with the multidisciplinary teams. AHA-BLS certification is required however, certification is not a qualifying factor to obtain the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Skills Required:
1.Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing required.
2.Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in New York State.
3.Minimum one year as Registered Nurse required.
4.AHA-BLS is required within 6 months of hire or a current non-AHA-BLS card will be honored up to date of renewal.
5.Previous hemodialysis experience preferred.
6.Previous critical care experience preferred.
7.Requires excellent customer service skills.
8.Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to learn new skills.
9.Successful completion of the orientation program.
10.Completion of CVPH Cardiac Arrhythmia Recognition Class within one year.
11.Meets requirements of physical/pre-placement screening.

As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of patients for which care is being provided.