Dialysis Nurse

The Kidney Care Center, located in Lubbock, TX, is an 11-chair hemodialysis center. We also offer Peritoneal Dialysis for patients. Our Schedule is Monday-Saturday. Closed on Sundays. Applicants that are willing to help in Hobbs, NM on occasion will be prioritized.

Are you ready to make a difference?

We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We are building a powerful team of caregivers who have a passion for serving others and are ready to build a positive culture of collaboration and teamwork. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at The Kidney Care Center!

Job Description

How you will change lives

As a Registered Nurse (RN) at The Kidney Care Center, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working with other RNs and LVNs assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease.

What you will be doing

Patient care. You will work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders.

Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios.

Safety & Quality. Working as an RN, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment required.
• One or more years of current nursing experience preferred.
• Previous dialysis nursing experience preferred.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Previous clinical and leadership experience preferred.
• Must be able to accurately interpret color test strips.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

At The Kidney Care Center, employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients in the Lubbock, TX area.

Below is a brief summary of our benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off Accrual
• Medical benefits with low deductible plans / HSA options as well (employer pays 90% for employee and 40% for dependents)
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance $50,000 covered by employer with options to add more coverage if desired
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Continued Education Reimbursement
• Career growth and development planning

Per Federal Health Care Worker Vaccine Requirements, all employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be approved for a valid religious or medical exemption. Anyone hired by the company must provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccine before they can begin employment or request and be approved for a valid religious or medical exemption.

Are you with US? Apply today!