RN - Hemodialysis

H. T. PROF Group; Rockford, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Rockford, IL is hiring a Hemodialysis RN to provide patient-centered dialysis care within a long-term care facility.

You will deliver dialysis services under medical supervision, coordinate with physicians, and educate residents and families while maintaining safety and quality standards. The role emphasizes infection control, CQI participation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. RN licensure and dialysis training are required; ICU/CCU experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with RN licensure.
• About one year nursing experience required.
• ICU/CCU experience preferred.
• Completed dialysis theory/practice training.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance where applicable.
• CPR Healthcare Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Treatment Management: Initiate, monitor, and discontinue hemodialysis procedures with pre- and post-treatment assessments.
• Specialized Procedures: Vascular access care, medications, blood draws, transfusions within scope.
• Infection Control: Strict isolation protocols and universal precautions.
• Care Planning & Education: Develop nursing care plans and educate patients and families.
• Emergency Response: Identify and report acute dialysis-related complications.
• Equipment Oversight: Operate, sanitize, and maintain dialysis machines and water systems.
• Unit Operations: Manage inventory and maintain an audit-ready workspace.
• Troubleshooting: Report equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Interdisciplinary Care: Coordinate with physicians, medical directors, and facility staff.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Assist onboarding and CQI initiatives.

Skills

ESRD/hemodialysis knowledge

Nursing experience

CPR certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Related health field preferred

Job description

(Nursing home that utilizes HD modality)

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Hemodialysis RN to deliver exceptional, patient-centered chronic dialysis care within our long-term care facility. Working under the guidance of the Unit Medical Director, you will provide specialized bedside care, ensure strict adherence to state and federal standards, and build meaningful relationships with long-term residents.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Patient Care

Treatment Management: Safely initiate, monitor, and discontinue hemodialysis procedures; conduct thorough pre- and post-treatment clinical assessments.

Specialized Procedures: Perform vascular access care, administer medications, draw blood samples, and manage blood transfusions within your scope of practice.

Infection Control: Execute strict isolation protocols, universal precautions, and safe patient-handling techniques.

Care Planning & Education: Develop individualized nursing care plans and provide ongoing clinical education to patients and their families.

Emergency Response: Promptly identify, intervene, and report acute medical or dialysis-related complications.

Operations & Technical Management

Equipment Oversight: Safely operate, sanitize, and perform routine maintenance on hemodialysis machines and water treatment systems.

Unit Operations: Manage clinical inventory, order supplies, and maintain an organized, audit-ready clinical workspace.

Troubleshooting: Identify and immediately report equipment malfunctions or technical anomalies.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Interdisciplinary Care: Coordinate closely with physicians, medical directors, care coordinators, and facility staff.

Leadership & Mentorship: Assist with onboarding and training new clinical personnel; actively participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives and team meetings.

Requirements

• Knowledge of ESRD and hemodialysis procedures
• Commitment to ongoing clinical education and professional development

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelors in nursing or health

related field preferred.

2. Approximately one year nursing experience.

5. ICU/CCU experience preferred.

6. Successful completion of training course in theory and practice of hemodialysis.

7. Valid driver’s license and insurance, when indicated/applicable for business

travel by automobile.

9. Successful completion of current CPR Healthcare Recognition according to the