Registered Nurse; RN) Chgo - Dialysis

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Dialysis is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute and chronic kidney disease receiving dialysis treatments. The RN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care while ensuring safe and effective dialysis therapy. The position involves close collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to promote optimal patient outcomes and quality of life.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments before, during, and after dialysis treatments.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans.
• Initiate, monitor, and terminate hemodialysis treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Administer medications, intravenous therapies, and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor patients for complications and adverse reactions during treatment and respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Assess and manage vascular access sites, including arteriovenous (AV) fistulas, grafts, and central venous catheters.
• Interpret laboratory results and communicate significant findings to the healthcare team.
• Provide patient and family education regarding kidney disease, dialysis treatments, medications, nutrition, and self-care practices.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, treatments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, dietitians, social workers, technicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Ensure compliance with infection control standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies.
• Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, and staff education initiatives.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to LPNs, dialysis technicians, and other support staff as appropriate.

• Flexible scheduling, including early morning, evening, weekend, or holiday shifts
• Pay based upon experience

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN preferred).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Previous dialysis or nephrology experience preferred; training may be provided for qualified candidates.
• Strong assessment, clinical decision-making, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

• Knowledge of renal disease processes and dialysis treatment modalities.
• Ability to recognize and respond to changes in patient condition.
• Understanding of infection prevention and patient safety practices.
• Proficient documentation and electronic medical record skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance-Low premium for employee only coverage
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person

Sanderling Renal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer