Registered Nurse Renal Dialysis

Your future role at a glance

Location: Nashville, TN

Facility: Saint Thomas West

Department: Renal Dialysis

Schedule: Full-time | Nights

Sign-on Bonus Available

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Manage 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 qualifications you'll need

Licensure / 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.

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension 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.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.