Dialysis Hospital Services Nurse Manager (Acute RN)

Dialysis Hospital Services Nurse ManagerRelocation Bonus AvailableDialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for hospitalized patients facing acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease. Our mission states "the care of the patient is our reason for existence," and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment caring for dialysis patients in an acute care environment.The Dialysis Hospital Services Nurse Manager leads our acute dialysis unit in performing high quality patient care while collaborating with physicians and hospital staff to enhance partnerships for our local Hospital Services program within our partner SUNY acute hemodialysis unit.This DCI location includes a chronic pediatric program in addition to 3 acute adult programs. The Nurse Manager will be expected to travel between and manage the programs of SUNY downtown, Crouse and Upstate Community Hospital as well as the Pediatric outpatient program, located in SUNY downtown.Schedule: Full-time, five 8-hour shifts starting at 8am.Compensation: Pay range from $96,000-$140,000 annually, depending on nursing and dialysis experience; experience preferredBenefits:New nurse manager training programComprehensive medical, dental and vision benefitsLife and long-term disability insurance provided at no additional expense to employeePaid time off (PTO) including holidaysExtended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leaveRetirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percentEducation reimbursementEmployee assistance programWellness programAmong othersResponsibilitiesWhat You Can Expect:Liaison between hospital administration and DCI area leadershipPrimary contact to the medical director and openly communicates with all nephrologists regarding services and care providedEvaluate and make recommendations to physicians regarding patient careSupervise nursing activities to ensure patient care is delivered as directedCollaborate with local DCI nurse educator to deploy training and continuing education for all staff membersMentor DCI Hospital Services staffOversee nursing care documentation, including medication and dialysis adjustmentsWork with chief equipment technician regarding dialysis equipment maintenance and water treatment practices per industry standardsCommunicate with hospital discharge planners, case managers and outpatient dialysis units to ensure smooth care transitionsManage general nursing budget, making equipment and supply recommendationsMaintain working knowledge of industry standards related to renal replacement therapy in hospitals, including ESRD and AKI concepts/principles, regulatory and accreditation standardsParticipate in DCI risk management and Quality Assessment Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs, including required audits and regular attendance at DCI QAPI and governing body meetingsContribute to hospital quality management and infection control departments by providing requested information and attending meetings with hospital liaisonQualificationsSuccessful Candidates Bring:Excellent communication skillsDemonstrated clinical proficiencyDesire to collaborate with care teamsAbility to problem solveCustomer service mindset in communicating with patients, team members and partner hospitalEducation/Training:Current NY RN license requiredAccredited nursing degree requiredSix months' dialysis nursing experience in a hospital setting required; Twelve months' preferredCritical care nursing and supervisory experience preferred