Registered Nurse

DaVita Kidney Care Malvern, AR 72104, US

Posting Date

07/17/2026

1590 Tanner St, Malvern, Arkansas, 72104, United States of America

DaVita is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our outpatient dialysis team. In this role, you'll provide life-saving care to patients with end-stage renal disease or chronic kidney conditions. No dialysis experience required—just a commitment to compassionate, high-quality care. .

Responsibilities:

Deliver direct patient care in an outpatient dialysis setting
Monitor patients, manage treatment plans, and respond to health changes
Collaborate with a supportive clinical team, including Patient Care Technicians
Educate patients and families on kidney health and treatment options
Float to nearby clinics as needed; flexible schedule required

What to Expect:

Fast-paced, hands-on environment
Long-term patient relationships
Broad nursing skill application with medically complex patients
Paid training provided

Schedule:

Flexible shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Training may occur at a clinic other than your home location

Qualifications:

RN license in the state of practice
ADN required; BSN preferred
Basic computer proficiency
Reliable transportation for potential floating

Preferred (Not Required):

Experience in ICU, CCU, ER, or Med Surg
CNN/CDN certification

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match
Paid time off and PTO cash-out
Family support: EAP, Headspace, parental leave, backup child/elder care
Career growth and tuition support

Join DaVita and help patients live better, healthier lives. Apply today.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

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