Dialysis Pediatric Nurse (RN)
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Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off and a strong culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.

The Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized nursing care in our pediatric peritoneal and hemodialysis units. The RN works in collaboration with all unit team members to ensure these patients receive the safest care with the highest quality outcomes.

Schedule: Full-time, four 10-hour shifts starting at 6am; Sundays off; no overnight shifts

Compensation: Pay range $38.00-$50.00 per hour, depending on nursing and dialysis experience

Benefits:

• Paid 12-week training with preceptor
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Life and long-term care insurance provided at no additional expense to employee
• Paid time off (PTO) including holidays
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave
• Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Among others

What You Can Expect:

• Performs hemodialysis treatments in accordance with approved facility policies and procedures.
• Prior to initiation of dialysis, ensures dialysis machine, its alarms, and all products used during treatment are prepped and meet DCI's quality standards.
• Monitors the patient during dialysis, assessing any emergent changes in the patient's condition and communicating any issues to the physician as well as the patient's family.
• Follows CDC/CMS regulations with strict reinforcement of infection control.
• Participates in patient care conferences, medical rounds and chart reviews as assigned.
• Assists in teaching and training new staff members as directed by the Nurse Manager.
• Assists in the examination and evaluation of patient candidates so that appropriate PD treatment and other services can be arranged.
• Train patients and family who have chosen peritoneal dialysis as their treatment modality.
• Keep comprehensive records of the schedule and type of treatment and changes in the condition of the patient.
• Check in with the PD patients at least monthly by phone or during clinic visits.
• Obtain routine laboratory work to include routine adequacy testing.