RN Dialysis Nurse ($5,000 Sign on Bonus) - Outpatient Dialysis (Forest Park) Job at Washington University in St Louis
Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO 63130
Scheduled Hours
37.5Position Summary
Dialysis Nurses perform in-center outpatient dialysis treatments on an outpatient kidney failure population. Forest Park Kidney Center is a 24 station in-center dialysis center with approximately 115 patients dialyzing at the center. The Outpatient Dialysis Center operates three patient shifts a day and is open Monday through Saturday 5:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Position hours are 3-4 days a week, rotating every other Saturday. Start time is 5:15 a.m. Hours a day vary based on if working 10 or 12 hour days.Washington University in St. Louis RN jobs offer a competitive salary and exceptional employee benefits. Enjoy 20 vacation days & 10 paid holidays a year, a 7-10% matching 403(b), dependent tuition and so much more!
This St. Louis RN role is a premier position for an RN desiring to work longer hours, fewer days a week. All of our RN positions at Washington University in St. Louis offer a unique opportunity to combine medical research with patient care.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Supervises delivery of patient care by technician staff and performs initiation, monitoring, and termination of treatment as needed.
- Completes patient assessment, observes, monitors, and responds appropriately to changes in patient condition, administers dialysis medications and receives report from staff members on patients under their care; completes all required documentation, including primary nurse responsibilities.
- Reviews patient data and communicates accurate and pertinent information to the charge nurse or physician, charting entries appropriately.
- Performs work according to nursing and facility standards inclusive of safety protocols, following state and facility guidelines.
- Performs, verifies, and documents water system safely checks per unit policy; any findings outside the normal range must be reported to the Chief Maintenance Technician.
- Responds to patient and staff concerns in a timely and appropriate manner; pertinent information is reported to charge nurse or nurse administrator, whiling maintaining confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.
- Educates new and existing patients and their families on the policies and procedures of the clinic, proper fluid control and treatment adherence.
Preferred Qualifications
- Dialysis experience.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to handle multiple patient issues at one time.
- Independent decision making and the ability to solve problems.
- Ability to work in a team setting.
- Working knowledge of computers.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program with one year of nursing experience.
- REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Current Illinois and/or Missouri RN licensure as applicable by state of work location, in accordance with Compact Act; Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
Grade
S26-HSalary Range
$28.08 - $48.83 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.Please Note :
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