Staff RN - Dialysis Nurse Nights

Torrance Memorial Medical Center Torrance, CA, US

$55.29 - $80.45 / hour

The Staff RN uses the nursing process to deliver nursing care to a given patient care population as it relates to the care setting. Nursing care is based on the interpretation and execution of the medical and nursing plan of treatment utilizing established procedures standards and protocols of individuals within the assigned work shift. The Staff RN provides nursing care to the population served in the unit.

Core Competencies

Adheres to infection prevention guidelines
Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards of practice to deliver safe and optimal care
Assesses patient history, physiological, and psychosocial status
Communicates with the patient, family, medical staff and others during the continuum of care
Complies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goals
Complies with organizational quality dashboard/benchmarking goals
Interprets common variables affecting patient care and follows reporting process
Maintains regulatory compliance consistent with quality standards and ethical obligations of the profession
Participates in activities in alignment with the Magnet Model
Participates in organizational activities
Participates in Peer Review
Participates in professional development activities
Performs as a preceptor in an active and engaged manner
Provides age-specific individualized care that supports protection from harm and complies with patient safety centered interventions/bundles
Provides patient and family education throughout the care of patient
Uses critical thinking to formulate and carry out a care plan according to patient needs
Utilizes resources in an economical manner
Utilizes safe administration of medications
Utilizes Safe Patient Handling

Department Specific Competencies

Provides advanced nursing care to patients undergoing hemodialysis and/or peritoneal dialysis, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care
Serves as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing staff; supports onboarding, training, and competency validation
Demonstrates expert knowledge in dialysis procedures, vascular access management, and complication recognition/intervention
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams (nephrologists, dietitians, case managers) to optimize patient outcomes
Leads or participates in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety efforts, and evidence-based practice projects
Assists with workflow coordination, patient assignments, and operational oversight during shifts
Ensures compliance with regulatory standards, infection control protocols, and organizational policies
Participates in patient and family education regarding dialysis treatment plans, medications, and self-care
Acts as charge nurse or relief leader as needed, supporting unit operations and staff decision-making
Contributes to performance improvement, audits, and data tracking related to dialysis outcomes
Recognizes and manages vasovagal response to treatment.
Assesses and differentiates types of chest and abdominal pain with appropriate intervention.
Ensures diet is appropriate and restrictions (food and fluid) are followed.
Provides activity/rest as appropriate to patient condition, disease process.
Ensures a safe environment for staff and patients
Keeps patients clean and turned appropriately.
Manages hematomas in A-line puncture sites.
Correlates disease process to drug therapies to manage patients with hyper/hypotension, fluid overload, pump failure, dysrhythmias.
Reinforces follow up care with physicians ie, blood drug levels, M.D. appointments.
Works with medical director and leadership team to improve and develop program to improve outcomes.

Education

DegreeProgramCollege DiplomaNursing
Additional Information

Experience

Number of Years ExperienceType of Experience2
Additional InformationCompensation Range
$55.29 - $80.45 / Hour

License / Certification Requirements

Registered Nurse LicenseBCLS or ACLS Certification

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