Registered Nurse (RN) Amherst Dialysis

The UVA Health Amherst Dialysis Unit is a busy, 24-chair outpatient dialysis center providing life-sustaining care to patients with chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease. Open six days per week, the clinic delivers high-quality dialysis treatments in a supportive, team-oriented environment where nurses have the opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with their patients.

Unlike many inpatient nursing roles, dialysis nursing offers the unique opportunity to care for the same patients over time, allowing nurses to become trusted clinical experts, educators, and advocates throughout each patient's healthcare journey.

Why Join the Amherst Dialysis Team?

This role is ideal for nurses who enjoy developing strong patient relationships, working independently, and becoming experts in a specialized area of nursing practice.

Key Selling Points

• Develop meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and families.
• Gain expertise in a highly specialized nursing field with ongoing learning opportunities.
• Work in a collaborative outpatient setting with strong provider and interdisciplinary support.
• Utilize advanced assessment skills while managing patients with complex chronic conditions.
• Enjoy greater schedule predictability compared to many inpatient nursing roles.
• Become an integral part of a close-knit team committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
• Make a lasting impact by helping patients manage chronic kidney disease and improve their quality of life.
• Join a specialty area that offers significant professional growth and long-term career opportunities.

RN Schedule

• 10-hour shifts
• Every other Saturday required

Full-Time Schedule

• Four 10-hour shifts per week

Part-Time Schedule

• Two 10-hour shifts per week

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse plays a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality dialysis treatments while providing ongoing assessment, education, care coordination, and clinical oversight. Nurses serve as patient advocates and work closely with providers to ensure optimal treatment outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.

Patient Ratio

• Approximately 1:12 RN-to-patient ratio

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and ongoing clinical evaluations.
• Monitor patients during dialysis treatments and respond to changes in condition.
• Triage patient concerns and communicate findings with providers.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Collaborate closely with nephrologists and other members of the healthcare team.
• Review and reconcile home medications.
• Complete routine foot assessments and preventative screenings.
• Educate patients and families on kidney disease, treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
• Monitor water systems and treatment-related safety processes.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered delivery of dialysis care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and regulatory compliance.

Required Skills

• Current RN license.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patients effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Commitment to patient education and patient-centered care.

Preferred Skills

• Previous dialysis nursing experience.
• Experience caring for patients with chronic or end-stage disease.
• Outpatient nursing experience.
• Familiarity with chronic disease management and patient education.

Why UVA Health

At UVA Health, nurses are part of a nationally recognized academic health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care. Team members benefit from a collaborative culture, comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and access to leading clinical resources. UVA Health is committed to investing in its people through professional development, continuing education, and opportunities to grow within a world-class healthcare organization. Whether you are looking to expand your clinical expertise, pursue specialty practice, or build a long-term nursing career, UVA Health provides the support and resources to help you succeed.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville:

Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life, blending the energy of a university town with the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Healthcare professionals are drawn to its balance of meaningful career opportunities and lifestyle benefits, including outdoor recreation, a vibrant food and arts scene, and a welcoming community. With its walkable downtown, access to nature, and strong sense of connection, Charlottesville provides an ideal environment to recharge outside of work while building a rewarding career at UVA Health.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.

Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.

Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and Education Support

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.