Dialysis Hospital Services Nurse (Acute RN)

**Overview**
**Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care**
**Paid Dialysis Training | $8,000 Sign-On Bonus**
**Dialysis Clinic, Inc. (DCI)** is looking for a compassionate and motivated **Registered Nurse (RN)** to join our Hospital Services team at **UPMC Passavant.**
**No dialysis experience required - we will train you.**
This is a great opportunity for an RN looking to expand their clinical skills, transition into a specialty area, or build experience in acute hospital-based care. DCI provides **up to 12 weeks of paid, hands-on training with an experienced preceptor** to prepare you for success in acute dialysis nursing.
As an **Acute Care RN** , you will provide specialized care to hospitalized patients experiencing acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease. You'll work closely with nephrologists, hospital staff, and other members of the care team while developing valuable experience in renal nursing and dialysis treatment.
**Schedule**
+ Full-time
+ Four 10-hour shifts
+ Shifts begin at 6:30 a.m.
+ Includes on-call responsibilities and travel between assigned hospital sites
**Compensation**
**$33-$44 per hour** , based on nursing experience **$8,000 Sign-On Bonus**
**Responsibilities**
**What You'll Do**
+ Provide direct nursing care to hospitalized patients receiving dialysis
+ Prepare, operate, and monitor dialysis and water-treatment equipment
+ Complete pre-, intra-, and post-treatment patient assessments
+ Initiate, monitor, and complete dialysis treatments according to established policies and procedures
+ Administer medications, blood, and blood products as ordered
+ Review laboratory results and communicate relevant findings to nephrologists and the care team
+ Receive and implement physician orders
+ Educate patients and families about renal disease and dialysis treatment
+ Collaborate with nephrologists, hospital staff, outpatient dialysis centers, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
+ Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow DCI and hospital policies and procedures
**Qualifications**
**What We're Looking For**
+ **Pennsylvaniaor Compact Registered Nurse (RN) license**
+ Current **CPR/BLS certification**
+ Strong communication and critical-thinking skills
+ Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team
+ Compassionate, patient-focused approach to nursing
+ Willingness to learn acute dialysis nursing - **dialysis experience is not required**
**Why Join DCI?**
DCI offers an opportunity to develop specialized nursing skills while working for the nation's largest nonprofit dialysis provider. Our mission - **"The care of the patient is our reason for existence"** - guides everything we do.
Benefits include:
+ **Up to 12 weeks of paid specialty training with a preceptor**
+ **$8,000 sign-on bonus**
+ Medical, dental, and vision coverage
+ Paid time off and holidays
+ Extended Sick Bank in addition to PTO
+ Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
+ Retirement plan with employer matching
+ Education reimbursement
+ Employee assistance and wellness programs
**Whether you're an experienced RN or looking to develop a new specialty, DCI provides the training and support to help you grow in acute dialysis nursing.**
**DCI's Differentiator:**
Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation's largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations. Learn more about DCI and see if we're hiring in a clinic near you!
DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.
DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.
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**Job Location** _US-PA-Pittsburgh_
**Posted Date** _5 hours ago_ _(9/10/2026 5:45 PM)_
**_ID_** _2026-24209_
**_\# of Openings_** _1_
**_Address_** _9100 Babcock Blvd_
**_Category_** _Nursing_