RN - Dialysis - Up to 20k sign on!

Merit Health; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health is seeking an RN for a Dialysis position in Vicksburg, MS. This role emphasizes patient-centered care through assessment, medication administration, and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Competitive benefits include tuition assistance and a $20,000 sign-on bonus, offering a supportive environment for professional development.

Benefits

401k with matching

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Tuition assistance

Up to $20k in student loan repayment

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in clinical nursing.
• Strong knowledge of nursing processes.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Conducts patient assessments and documents findings.
• Educates patients and families on kidney disease.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure

BCLS - Basic Life Support

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)

Job description

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What's in it for the job seeker: Merit Health offers a competitive benefits package for job seekers, including 401k with matching, health, vision, and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition assistance, and up to $20k in student loan repayment. Join a facility that supports professional development!

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Dialysis RN:
• Sets up and operates dialysis machines, monitors patients before, during, and after treatment, and adjusts treatment parameters as needed.
• Takes vital signs, monitors signs of complications, and responds to changes in patient condition.
• Educates patients and families about kidney disease, dialysis procedures, and the importance of adhering to treatment plans, diet, and medication.
• Inspects and maintains dialysis machines and equipment.
  

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
• Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.
  
  

INDNUR

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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