Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Dialysis RN for a 13-week travel contract in Utah, requiring an active UT or compact RN license and prior chronic dialysis facility experience.

Details

• Acute dialysis nursing position in a hospital setting
• Provides care to chronic renal failure patients undergoing dialysis
• Responsibilities include supervising dialysis technicians and overseeing dialysis procedures
• Schedule includes night and weekend shifts
• 36 hours per week

Requirements

• Active UT or compact RN license, currently in hand
• Current BLS certification required
• Six months of experience in a chronic dialysis facility preferred
• DOB and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Deliver patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation
• Round with physicians, implement and follow up on orders, and collaborate with interdisciplinary team including social workers, dietitians, and technicians
• Educate patients on dialysis principles, dietary and fluid management, medications, vascular access, and chronic renal failure self-care
• Responsible for monitoring patients and equipment throughout dialysis and ensuring emergency equipment is available and functional
• Oversee cleaning, disinfection, and stocking of dialysis equipment and supplies
• Coordinate patient care transitions by communicating records and care plans to other healthcare personnel upon hospital admission or transfer
• Attend staff meetings at least 80% of the time and complete all required education