Registered Nurse (RN) Dialysis

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital (Fort Smith); Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital (Fort Smith) is offering a position for a Registered Nurse (RN) in Dialysis. This PRN role primarily covers for absences of full-time staff, requiring flexibility and availability on short notice.

The ideal candidate will have a current RN license, an associate degree, and at least 2 years of experience in dialysis. The role involves providing HD dialysis, managing patient assessments, and ensuring equipment maintenance.

Benefits include comprehensive health plans, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license and associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• At least 2 years of current experience in dialysis specialty.
• Current BLS required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide HD dialysis to ESRD and AKI patients using Tablo machine.
• Monitor lab work and report changes to physician.
• Perform appropriate patient assessments and nursing interventions.

Skills

Patient assessment

Dialysis machine operation

Monitoring patient condition

Patient and family education

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Current state RN license

Job description

Position

Registered Nurse (RN) – Dialysis

Job Type: PRN | Days/Time: 630-7 MWF

Responsibilities

• Provide HD dialysis to ESRD and AKI patients using Tablo machine.
• Oversee patient during dialysis treatment, monitor lab work and report changes to physician.
• Assist in arranging time for physician to see patient via tele-cart.
• Clean and disinfect machines, and complete daily dialysis audit.
• Perform appropriate patient assessments, evaluation, ongoing monitoring, and nursing interventions in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Assist in preparing dialysis treatment areas with needed supplies prior to starting treatments.
• Ensure dialysis machines and equipment are maintained in good working order per policy.
• Provide patient and family teaching as it pertains to the treatment plan, procedures, and preventative measures throughout rehabilitation and prior to discharge.

Work Schedule and Coverage

PRN status: The nurse will be used on days primarily when the HD nurse is on vacation, sick or in case of emergency. Most days will be scheduled. The nurse will be aware of the days that need to be covered in advance. Availability is required for unscheduled events.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license and associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• Graduate of an approved Bachelor or Associate school of nursing and a current state license to practice nursing.
• At least 2 years of current experience in the specialty.
• Current BLS required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
• Must be able to safely operate dialysis machines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans plus flexible‑spending and health‑savings accounts.
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full‑time employees.
• Income‑protection programs: life, accident, critical‑injury insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and identity theft coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching.
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

About Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith is a 50‑bed hospital located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.