Registered Nurse Renal Dialysis

Your Future Role At A GlanceLocation: Nashville, TNFacility: Saint Thomas WestDepartment: Renal DialysisSchedule: Full-time | NightsSign-on Bonus AvailableLife At Ascension: Where Purpose Meets OpportunityAscension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.Benefits That Help You ThriveComprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insuranceTime to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and moreHow You'll Make An Impact In This RoleManage specialized Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) therapies by safely performing manual or automated exchanges, maintaining sterile technique, and assessing catheter sites to deliver life-sustaining care and prevent infection (such as peritonitis).Deliver expert acute med-surg and post-operative care by conducting rigorous clinical assessments, managing pain and surgical wounds, and closely monitoring fluid and electrolyte status to promote smooth post-surgical recoveries.Execute medical and nephrology care plans by precisely carrying out physician orders, administering medications, and tracking subtle changes in patient conditions to ensure rapid, high-quality interventions.Coordinate holistic, multidisciplinary care with nephrologists, surgeons, dietitians, and discharge planners to guide seamless transitions, optimize long-term renal health, and support safe discharge home.Empower patients and caregivers through hands-on education regarding PD home routines, medication regimens, and post-surgical recovery care to build independence and confidence.What Minimum Requirements You'll NeedLicensure / Certification / Registration:BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.Education:Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.Equal employment opportunity employerAscension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.Fraud prevention noticeProspective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.E-Verify statementEmployer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.