Dialysis Outpatient Clinic RN

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Killeen
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus Available (external candidates only)
We are looking for Registered Nurses (RNs) to work in one of our Outpatient Dialysis departments.Our Dialysis RNs provide care and support for patients suffering from acute and chronic renal (kidney) failure and are responsible for monitoring patients throughout their dialysis treatment.Location - Killeen WestStatus - Full-timeBonus - 10K Sign-On Bonus, paid out over 12 monthsRelocation - Up to 7k based on moving distanceBenefits - Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
  In addition to general nursing care, responsibilities of Dialysis Registered Nurses include (but are not limited to):
  • Primes dialyzer and bloodlines
  • Records patients' medical information and vital signs
  • Readies dialysis equipment
  • Oversees the dialysis treatment from start to finish
  • Cannulates accesses
  • Demonstrates the ability to remove femoral shealths & administer medications, including thrombolytics
  • Cleans and dresses permanent and temporary catheters
  • Monitors patient and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records information
  • Identifies irregular dialysis reactions and notifies appropriate medical team members
  • Secures blood works
  • Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication, if needed
  • Maintains medical inventory
  • Provides pre- and post procedure care to patients within the Hemodialysis Unit
  • Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment settingBaylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas, and one of the largest in the United States with 49 hospitals, more than 800 patient care sites and more than 5,800 affiliated physicians. With a commitment to and a track record of innovation, collaboration, integrity and compassion for the patient, Baylor Scott & White Health stands to be one of the nation's exemplary health care organizations. We exist to serve all people by providing personalized health and wellness through exemplary care, education and research as a Christian ministry of healing. Joining our team is not just accepting a job, it's accepting a calling!QUALIFICATIONS
    
    - EDUCATION - Grad of Accred Prog or Eqival
    
    - MAJOR - Nursing
    
    - EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
    
    - CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
    Registered Nurse (RN)
    
    Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

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