Dialysis Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Dialysis Clinic, Inc. location_onSaratoga Springs, NY, US

Overview

A $15,000 sign on bonus is available for dialysis-experienced RNs!

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.

A Dialysis Registered Nurse provides specialized nursing care at one of DCI’s in-center hemodialysis units as part of a patient care team. Our RNs are integral in ensuring safe care and the highest quality outcomes are prioritized for every patient.

Schedule: Full-time, three 13.5-hour shifts starting at 4:30am; Sundays off; no overnight shifts

Compensation: Pay ranges from $33.25-$47.41 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 disability insurance are provided at no additional expense to the 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

Responsibilities

What You Can Expect:

Prepare dialysis machine, its alarms, and treatment supplies and ensure quality standards are met
Perform hemodialysis treatments per facility policies and procedures
Ongoing patient education, training and health coaching
Monitor patients during dialysis, assessing and communicating changes with physician and families
Administer and chart all prescribed medications
Follow CDC/CMS infection control regulations
Participate in patient care conferences, rounds and chart reviews
Document required patient education efforts
Facilitate continuity of care with local hospitals
Assist in medication inventory maintenance
Lead a small patient care team
Contribute to onboarding new staff members as directed
Additional tasks as requested

Qualifications

Successful Candidates Bring:

Excellent communication skills
Demonstrated clinical excellence
Desire to collaborate with care teams
Ability to problem solve

Education/Training:

Accredited nursing degree required
Dialysis experience not required, job shadow opportunities available
DCI provides 3-months of comprehensive training, including classroom group sessions and one-on-one skills training
New graduates encouraged to apply

DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

DCI’s Differentiator:Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation’s largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations. Learn more about DCI and see if we’re hiring in a clinic near you! www.dciinc.jobs

DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at Accommodations@dciinc.org or 615-327-3061. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.

For more information about equal opportunity please see:

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf;

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf;

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf; and

https://www.nlrb.gov/sites/default/files/attachments/basic-page/node-3788/employeerightsposter-8-5x11.pdf.

Security Roles and Responsibilities can be reviewed at: https://www.dciinc.org/security-roles

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