Inpatient Registered Nurse – RN – Dialysis

Role Overview: The Inpatient RN CAP 2 provides clinically competent care for dialysis patients, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. They may delegate tasks to care staff and participate in decision-making, teaching, leadership, and quality improvement to enhance patient outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Perform patient assessments and document in medical records, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families on care needs and recognize deviations from normal patient status.
• Administer treatments, medications, blood transfusions, and respond to emergencies.
• Coordinate communication among healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Serve as a resource, mentor, and role model for staff and may assist in specialized care or outpatient settings.
• Complete CAP requirements for professional development and may supervise other staff as designated.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Current state licensure and CPR/BLS certification.
• Minimum of 2 years nephrology nursing experience, with preferred acute dialysis background.
• At least 6 months of acute dialysis experience for supervisory oversight.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting, assist with patient mobility, and work in a healthcare environment with exposure to infectious materials.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.

Physical & Work Environment: Involves standing, lifting, moving equipment up to 200 lbs., and working in a clinical setting with moderate noise and potential exposure to contagious diseases. May require travel, participation in on-call rotations, and adherence to safety protocols.

Compensation & Benefits: Hourly rate ranges from $39.00 to $55.00, based on qualifications and location. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and parental leave.