Job Description

Job Title: Dialysis Registered Nurse (RN)

Industry: Healthcare / Health Services  Job Category: Medical / Health - Dialysis

Position Summary

A healthcare facility in Wyoming is seeking an experienced  Dialysis Registered Nurse (RN)to lead the establishment of a  new home dialysis program (home hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis) and manage  in-center hemodialysis (HD) services for a small startup unit. This is a  ground-floor opportunity , with the RN working closely with  nephrologists, administrators, and certifying agencies to launch and develop the program. The ideal candidate has  extensive experience in home HD, PD, and in-center HD , along with familiarity in  Baxter (Vantive) and Fresenius Medical Care (FMC) dialysis systems . Prior managerial or startup experience in launching dialysis programs is highly desirable.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Clinic Setup & Compliance

• Collaborate with  nephrologists and administrators to establish  clinical protocols, policies, and procedures for home HD and PD programs.
• Work with  local government and healthcare regulators to secure all necessary  certifications and licenses for launching the dialysis unit.
• Coordinate  state and CMS certification inspections and documentation.

Equipment & Systems Management

• Oversee  installation and calibration of dialysis equipment, including  Baxter (Vantive) and FMC systems .
• Ensure  machines for both home and in-center HD meet operational and quality standards.
• Develop  training materials and user guidelines for equipment operation.

Program Development & Patient Care

• Lead the creation of a  patient-centric dialysis care model .
• Establish  infection control practices, emergency protocols, and supply management systems .
• Assist in  building an interdisciplinary care team (social work, dietitian, etc.) and developing workflows.
• Once patients are enrolled, take the lead in  training and educating home dialysis patients (and their caregivers) on safe dialysis practices.
• Oversee  in-center HD treatments , ensuring  high-quality care and patient safety .

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Monitor  clinical outcomes and quality indicators .
• Implement  quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with  CMS quality standards for dialysis care.

Leadership & Growth

• Assist leadership in planning for  scaling the program .
• Help  recruit, mentor, and oversee additional nursing staff or dialysis technicians as patient volume increases.
• Potential to  advance into a Nurse Manager, Clinical Coordinator, or Program Director role as the unit expands.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Registered Nurse ( RN ) with an active  Wyoming RN license (or compact state license with ability to obtain WY licensure).
• Dialysis Experience:
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in  dialysis nursing , including  home hemodialysis (HHD), peritoneal dialysis (PD), and in-center dialysis (HD) .
• Experience in  implementing best-in-class dialysis practices .
• Technical Proficiency:
• Familiarity with  Baxter (Vantive) and Fresenius Medical Care (FMC) dialysis machines .
• Ability to  set up, troubleshoot, and train others on  PD cyclers and HD machines .
• Clinic Startup/Management Experience (Preferred):
• Prior experience  launching a new dialysis program or clinic .
• Charge nurse or  managerial experience in a dialysis setting .
• Understanding of  CMS certification, state health department regulations, and dialysis program compliance .

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong  patient assessment, cannulation, and education skills related to dialysis.
• Ability to  work independently and manage all aspects of dialysis care in home therapy settings.
• Excellent  organizational and leadership skills to guide a growing team.
• Strong  communication skills for collaborating with  physicians, administrators, and regulatory agencies .
• Ability to handle  regulatory challenges and  drive program success .

Growth & Career Advancement

This position offers  exceptional growth potential within the organization. As the  first RN in the dialysis program , you will play a pivotal role in  shaping clinic operations and culture . There is a clear  path for advancement to  Nurse Manager, Clinical Coordinator, or Program Director positions as the unit expands. If you have a passion for  building something from the ground up and leading a team, this is an ideal opportunity.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health Insurance: 100% employer-covered  medical, dental, vision, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance .
• Supplemental Insurance: Access to  hospital, cancer, accident insurance, and voluntary life insurance .
• Retirement Benefits: Generous  retirement plan with company match (no waiting period required).
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO policy.
• Professional Development: Support for  continuing education and career growth with HR approval.

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
• Willingness to Travel: No
• Security Clearance Required: No
• Visa Candidate Considered: No

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced  Dialysis RN to contribute to  high-quality patient care while  leading a new dialysis program in an  innovative healthcare setting .

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