About the Role
A leading regional healthcare provider known for patient-centric care is seeking an experienced Dialysis Registered Nurse to join their nephrology services team in the greater Chicago, Illinois area. This is a full-time permanent position within an established renal care environment dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality treatment to patients with chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease. The ideal candidate brings hands-on hemodialysis experience, a strong commitment to patient education, and the clinical confidence to manage complex renal patients across an outpatient or inpatient setting.
Core Responsibilities
Initiate, monitor, and discontinue hemodialysis treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols
Assess patient condition before, during, and after dialysis, identifying and responding to changes in clinical status promptly
Administer medications, manage vascular access sites, and troubleshoot dialysis equipment issues as they arise
Educate patients and families on renal disease management, dietary guidelines, fluid restrictions, and treatment compliance
Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of treatment parameters, patient responses, and nursing assessments
Collaborate with nephrologists, dietitians, social workers, and care coordinators to support individualized patient care plans
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, infection control practices, and ongoing staff education activities
Ensure all equipment is properly cleaned, tested, and maintained per department standards
Required Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse license in good standing in the state of Illinois
Minimum of 1 year of hemodialysis nursing experience in an outpatient, acute care, or hospital-based setting
Current BLS certification required
CNN or CDN certification preferred or willingness to obtain
Solid understanding of fluid and electrolyte management, vascular access care, and renal pharmacology
Strong patient education skills with ability to communicate complex clinical concepts clearly
Ability to manage a patient assignment independently while contributing effectively to a team environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship available
Benefits & Pay
Competitive base salary ranging from $70,000 to $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-sponsored 401(k) with matching contributions
Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and observed holidays
Tuition reimbursement and support for nephrology nursing certification
Stable, predictable schedule in a patient-centered care environment
Opportunities for professional growth within a growing nephrology program
Numbers & Facts
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Website
https://www.theemployeeconnect.com/
Skills
Acute Careunmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Chronic Renal Diseaseunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Content Delivery Network (CDN)unmatched
Dialysisunmatched
Dietary Managementunmatched
Disease Prevention and Controlunmatched
Documentationunmatched
End-Stage Renal Failureunmatched
Health Planunmatched
Healthcare Providersunmatched
Hemodialysisunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Infection Controlunmatched
Kidney Diseaseunmatched
Medication Administrationunmatched
Nephrologyunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Outpatient Careunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Educationunmatched
Pharmacologyunmatched
Quality Assuranceunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Quality of Careunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Social Workunmatched
Staff Trainingunmatched
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