RN - Hemodialysis

MEO Staffing, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MEO Staffing, Inc. seeks a Hemodialysis Registered Nurse to deliver safe, high-quality chronic dialysis care under the direction of the Unit Medical Director and in accordance with facility, state, and federal standards.

The RN will initiate and monitor hemodialysis treatments, manage access care, administer medications, and educate patients and families while ensuring infection control and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Active RN license per state requirements.
• Knowledge of ESRD and hemodialysis procedures.
• Commitment to ongoing clinical education and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, monitor, and discontinue hemodialysis treatments; assess patients pre- and post-treatment.
• Administer and document medications per physician orders and within RN scope of practice.
• Develop and update individualized nursing care plans.
• Provide patient and family education as opportunities arise.
• Maintain a safe environment using proper body mechanics, universal precautions, and infection control.

Skills

Patient care

Communication with physicians/families

Infection control

Education

Active RN license per state requirements

Tools

Dialysis machines

Water treatment equipment

Blood sampling equipment

Job description

Hemodialysis Registered Nurse

(Nursing home that utilizes HD modality)

We're looking for a Hemodialysis RN to deliver safe, high-quality chronic dialysis care under the direction of the Unit Medical Director, in compliance with facility, state, and federal standards.

What You'll Do

Patient Care

• Initiate, monitor, and discontinue hemodialysis treatments; assess patients pre- and post-treatment
• Perform access care and dialyze isolation patients using proper precautions
• Administer and document medications per physician orders and within RN scope of practice
• Recognize and report dialysis and non-dialysis-related problems promptly
• Obtain blood samples and initiate/discontinue blood transfusions per policy
• Develop and update individualized nursing care plans
• Provide patient and family education as opportunities arise
• Maintain a safe environment using proper body mechanics, universal precautions, and infection control

Operations & Equipment

• Operate, sanitize, and maintain dialysis and water treatment equipment per policy
• Assist with supply ordering, inventory management, and unit organization
• Report equipment malfunctions and supply issues promptly

Team & Administration

• Communicate effectively with physicians, coordinators, patients, and families
• Assist in orienting and training new staff
• Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and CQI projects
• Support scheduling and adequate unit coverage as needed

Requirements

• Active RN license per state requirements
• Knowledge of ESRD and hemodialysis procedures
• Commitment to ongoing clinical education and professional development

Machines / Equipment

RN will be responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all hemodialysis and related ancillary and emergency equipment utilized in the facility such as: reuse equipment, water treatment equipment, computer, hemodialysis machines, sphygmomanometer, conductivity meter, glucometers, scale, electronic thermometers, centrifuge, EKG machine, IV infusion pump, code cart, suction machine, oxygen administration equipment, and personal protective equipment.