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Job Title: Dialysis Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN)
A Dialysis Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized care to patients with acute or chronic kidney disease who require hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis treatment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients undergoing hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis in an inpatient setting.
- Monitor patients' vital signs, laboratory results, and dialysis-related parameters, ensuring optimal fluid and electrolyte balance.
- Administer dialysis treatments, ensuring equipment is properly set up and functioning, and addressing any complications that arise during dialysis.
- Educate patients on dialysis treatments, including the procedure, expected outcomes, and self-care post-treatment.
- Collaborate with nephrologists, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans.
- Monitor for and respond to complications related to dialysis, such as hypotension, cramping, infections, or electrolyte imbalances.
- Administer medications as prescribed, including anticoagulants, antihypertensives, and other dialysis-related medications.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments, dialysis treatments, and interventions.
- Advocate for patients' needs, ensuring timely access to dialysis treatments and other related care.
- Participate in patient education and training programs related to kidney disease, dialysis, and renal health.
- Provide emotional support to patients and families dealing with chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
- Licensure: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Dialysis certification (e.g., Certified Nephrology Nurse - CNN) preferred.
- Experience: Previous experience in dialysis, nephrology, or critical care nursing.
