Acute RN- Inpatient Dialysis at UnityPoint Health

Des Moines, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Inpatient Dialysis, Renal Replacement Therapy, Hemodialysis, Acute Kidney Injury, Chronic Kidney Disease, Plan of Care, Delegation, Admission Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Evidence-Based Practice, Medication Administration, BLS, ACLS, On-Call Response

Industry

Description

Overview Weekend Package Friday/Saturday/Sunday, 3 out of 4 weekends Call: Must report within 30 minutes when called in The Inpatient Dialysis team at Iowa Methodist Medical Center provides specialized renal replacement therapy to patients across the hospital, including critical care, medical‑surgical, cardiac, and transplant units. Our department plays a vital role in supporting patients with acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, and complex comorbidities who require hemodialysis during hospitalization. As part of one of the region’s most trusted kidney care providers, the department partners closely with nephrologists, intensivists, transplant services, and hospitalists to ensure patients receive seamless, high‑quality renal support throughout their inpatient stay. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Assumes primary responsibility for the plan of care for a patient or group of patients, per unit standards and nursing care required for the specified patient population. Effectively delegates tasks and responsibilities to other health care team members and assumes responsibility for follow-up and collaboration. Performs admission assessment process per specific department standards to include patient history, physical, and psycho-social assessment. Utilizes physical assessment data, diagnostic data (lab, radiology, diagnostic testing), pharmacological information and patient/family perceptions in formulating nursing diagnosis related to focus problem areas and identifying goals of care. Assumes responsibility for developing a plan of care that is mutually established with the patient and family. Each patient is treated as an individual, with their identified goals and expectations reviewed each shift to verify priorities. Implements the plan of care according to current standards of nursing practice, evidence-based practice, and hospital protocol/procedures. Integrates multidisciplinary approach to maintain comfort, support human functions and responses, and maintain an environment conductive to safety and well-being. Implements measures to promote a safe environment. Partners with healthcare team to achieve the patient care outcomes and goals of care. Administers medications and nursing treatments within scope of practice. Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Experience: Experience in Dialysis preferred but not required License(s)/Certification(s): Current RN licensure in good standing with the State of Iowa. BLS and ACLS certifications required (or must be obtained within 3 months of hire). On-Call Requirement: Ability to participate in on-call shifts and respond within 30 minutes when called in.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse assumes primary responsibility for the patient's plan of care, effectively delegates tasks, and performs comprehensive admission assessments integrating various data points to formulate nursing diagnoses and goals. They implement the plan of care using evidence-based practice while administering necessary treatments and medications.