Local Contract Nurse RN - Dialysis - $50-60 per hour

HeartCentrix Solutions is seeking a local contract nurse RN Dialysis for a local contract nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Dialysis Discipline : RN Start Date : ASAP Duration : 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift : 8 hours Employment Type : Local Contract PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : -All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations. -Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses. -Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre – during – post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed. -Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient / family’s basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. -Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients. -Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. -Initiates or assists with emergency response measures. -Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. -Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections. -Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team. -Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options. -Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : -The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. -The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and / or coworkers may provide assistance. -This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. -The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. -The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. -May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases / materials. -Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility / hospital staff and physicians. -The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities. -May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. -Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that : Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made. SUPERVISION : -Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians / LPNs / LVNs / RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following : -Successful completion of all education and training requirements for new employees. -Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. -Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic / acute hemodialysis as a RN. EDUCATION and LICENSURE : -Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. -Current appropriate state licensure. -Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification. -Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : -1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as a RN. -Chronic hemodialysis experience required. HeartCentrix Solutions Job ID 1627. About HeartCentrix Solutions HeartCentrix Solutions is a heart-centered staffing and workforce solutions company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. We specialize in connecting highly qualified clinical professionals with leading healthcare organizations across the country. Our team understands the critical role nurses, patient care technicians, and other healthcare specialists play in delivering quality care, and we are committed to supporting both our clients and candidates with integrity, compassion, and excellence. Candidates choose HeartCentrix because we go beyond a job placement. We focus on career growth, supportive relationships, and matching professionals with the right clinical environments. With our in-house technical and credentialing platform, we streamline onboarding and ensure compliance so clinicians can focus on what matters most : patient care. Whether you are seeking your next opportunity or looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, HeartCentrix Solutions is here to guide your journey every step of the way. Benefits Referral bonus