Travel Nurse RN - Dialysis - $2,046 per week

TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company; Kearney (NE); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Travel Nurse RN Dialysis for a position in Kearney, Nebraska. The role entails direct patient care across various dialysis modalities, supervising support staff, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates must possess an accredited nursing degree, state licensure, and significant nephrology nursing experience. This travel position offers 40 hours per week with an emphasis on quality patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Two years Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as an RN.
• Minimum 2 years inpatient dialysis nursing experience.
• Current state licensure.
• Ongoing knowledge of nephrology advancements.
• Certificate in Nephrology Nursing or Apheresis Nursing highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care according to company policies.
• Supervise Patient Care Technicians and clerical staff.
• Deliver safe, effective care in a timely manner.
• Conduct machine safety tests and maintain accurate documentation.
• Implement and document intradialytic transfusions and report adverse reactions.
• Collaborate with physicians to adjust care plans.
• Conduct machine safety tests, calibrations, and disinfection.
• Maintain accurate documentation in ACES and hospital records.
• Participate in QAI activities, staff meetings, training, and orientation.
• Serve as subject‑matter expert on dialysis equipment and patient complications.

Skills

Nephrology Nursing

Strong assessment skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Current state licensure

Current CPR BLS Certification

Certificate in Nephrology Nursing or Apheresis Nursing

Ongoing nephrology knowledge

Job description

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel nurse RN Dialysis for a travel nursing job in Kearney, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Dialysis
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/20/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Dialysis Acute Care Registered Nurse

Title: Dialysis Acute Care Registered Nurse

Locations: Good Samaritan Hospital and Kearney Regional, both in Kearney, Nebraska.

Purpose and Scope

The Inpatient RN provides direct patient care according to company policies and procedures, including client compliance programs and contracted hospitals’ policies. Areas of practice include, but are not limited to, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, continuous renal replacement therapies, apheresis, and ultrafiltration. The RN partners with the hospital to provide quality care and a positive patient experience.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply extensive knowledge to perform a broad range of tasks, including direct patient care in multiple dialysis modalities.
• Supervise and direct Patient Care Technicians and clerical staff; provide training to ICU staff for CRRT.
• Deliver safe, effective care in a timely manner.
• Give concise shift reports and manage patient schedules to meet clinical needs.
• Implement, administer, monitor, and document intradialytic transfusions, including reporting adverse reactions.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to adjust patient care plans.
• Conduct machine safety tests, calibrations, and disinfection per policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation in ACES and hospital records.
• Participate in QAI activities, staff meetings, training, and orientation.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert on dialysis equipment and patient complications.
• Report incidents, complaints, or problems per adverse event reporting requirements.
• Assist with projects as directed and perform other duties as necessary.
• May provide in‑center patient care on an as‑needed basis.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Requires traveling between assigned hospitals and regional meetings.
• On‑call rotation including nights, days, weekends, and holidays.
• Potential exposure to infectious materials.
• Direct patient care may involve lifting up to 200 lbs with assistance.
• Employees must take the Ishihara Color Blindness test; accommodations may be considered.

Supervision

Provides supervision and direction of Patient Care Technicians and clerical staff; provides education to ICU staff for CRRT.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current CPR BLS Certification.
• Current state licensure.
• Ongoing knowledge of nephrology advancements.
• Certificate in Nephrology Nursing or Apheresis Nursing highly encouraged.

Experience and Required Skills

• Two years Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as an RN.
• Minimum 2 years inpatient dialysis nursing experience.
• Strong assessment skills for critically ill patients.
• CPR BLS Recognition.
• ACLS CPR Recognition preferred.

Floating Requirement

Client requires candidates to float to sites within 50 miles of the main site.

Shift Details

Shift details will be discussed during the interview. The role requires a commitment of 40 hours plus overtime and floating to area sites as needed. Minimum guarantee of 36 hours per week.

Guaranteed hours are not applicable if any of the following occur:

• Schedule requests/restrictions
• Refusal to float
• Late to shift
• Left early
• Called out
• Time off planned

TalentBurst Job ID #26-07765. Pay package is based on 8‑hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Acute Dialysis RN.

About TalentBurst, Inc

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the U.S. for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain high standards of care. We provide top‑notch professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on exceptional patient care and thrive.

Whether you are a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.