Registered Nurse (RN) Dialysis

Lifepoint Health; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Fort Smith, Arkansas, seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for dialysis care. The role involves performing patient assessments, preparing treatment areas, and providing education to patients and families. Candidates need a current RN license, at least 2 years of experience, and BLS certification. This position rewards dedicated staff with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in patient care, apply today!

Qualifications

• Must have a current state RN license.
• At least 2 years of current experience in dialysis nursing.
• Current BLS certification required, ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient assessments

Dialysis treatment preparation

Patient and family teaching

Operating dialysis machines

Education

Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school

Current RN license

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Dialysis

Job Type: PRN | Days

Time: 630-7 MWF

Your experience matters: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith

At Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

The dialysis registered nurse works with Nephrology medical practitioners to provide high quality care to patients in need of dialysis related therapy. The dialysis nurse collaborates closely with medical practitioners, dieticians, social workers, and vascular access departments to meet dialysis patient care needs.

Daily routine: 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.

PRN Status: Nurse will be used on days primarily when HD nurse is on vacation, sick or in case of an emergency. Most days will be scheduled. The nurse will be aware of what days will be needed to be covered in advance. However, sickness and emergencies do arise, and the nurse would need to be available in those unscheduled events.

Essential Functions

• 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 and demonstrate knowledge of nursing procedures and nursing care as it relates to renal replacement therapy.
• 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 the rehabilitation stay and prior to discharge.

How you’ll contribute

You’ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• 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, such as 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.

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• 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 is required.
• Current BLS is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
• Must be able to safely operate dialysis machines.

About our Health System

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® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. 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.