Renal Dialysis RN - Registered Nurse at Trinity Health

Clinton, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Critical Thinking, Patient Care, Communication, Assessment, Documentation, Safety, Education, Collaboration, Quality Improvement, Compassion, Integrity, Technology, Regulatory Knowledge, Nursing Decisions, Patient Advocacy, Team Coordination

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is a Catholic, not-for-profit, full-service community health system serving counties in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. With approximately 50,000 patient admissions every year, MercyOne Clinton operates 249 licensed beds. In addition to a wide range of traditional hospital services, MercyOne Clinton provides a continuum of care with specialized services in wound care, radiation oncology, dialysis, imaging, sleep disorders, therapy services, and skilled care. MercyOne Clinton has a staff of more than 800 employees, making it one of the community’s largest employers. Want to learn more about MercyOne Clinton? Click here: Find a Location Clinton, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Clinton Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Dialysis Nurse! Schedule: 36 hours per week ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responsible for planning, assessing, intervening, co-coordinating and providing direct patient care by utilizing critical thinking skills. Communicates with physicians, ancillary caregivers, patients and families regarding the patient’s plan of care. Performs assessments including physical, psychosocial, nutritional, functional, safety, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs. Completes supporting documentation for supplies, medications, labs, charges, and equipment used. Documents patient/resident care/assessment data on the appropriate nursing record / EMR including but not limited to: vital signs, resident status, treatments, education provided, assessment data, and effectiveness of administration. Demonstrates patient/resident and colleague safety issues by regular and proper use of patient/resident lifts and other equipment provided by the medical center. Follows policy for use of lifting equipment and gait belts to lift and transfer. Reviews various test results and takes appropriate actions. Makes nursing decisions regarding patient status and immediate care needs. Provides patient and family education and makes referrals to other agencies. Demonstrates compassion, empathy, and respect to all customers. Coordinates and directs the activities of clinical and non-clinical colleagues in providing care. Makes patient care assignment appropriately based on individual abilities, patient acuity and resources available. Considers the cost of supplies with the delivery of care for each patient. Participates in Unit based Quality Improvements Projects and routine Quality and Environmental monitoring. Maintains unit specific competencies and participates in review of the high-risk/ low-frequency competencies. Identifies opportunities to improve patient care and utilize evidence-based resources to optimize nursing practice. Maintains knowledge of equipment and continuously learns new technology and is able to trouble shoot equipment, report malfunctioning equipment and ensure its repair and return to service. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations, the Trinity Healthy Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standard of Conduct, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behaviors. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Active registration for Registered Nurse - Board of Nursing, State of Iowa. Preferred previous hospital or dialysis experience. Associate’s degree or diploma from an accredited school of nursing. Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred Certification by a nationally recognized nursing organization preferred. Must be BLS certified within 3 months of hire. Must be able to operate in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission and vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health. Must possess the ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures. Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities

The Renal Dialysis RN is responsible for planning, assessing, intervening, coordinating, and providing direct patient care. This role includes communicating with healthcare teams and patients, performing assessments, documenting care, and ensuring patient safety.