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RN - Dialysis

Austin, TX · On-site

$1.9K/wk

Ref. 63325835 RN - Dialysis $1,928.52 per week * Location: Austin, TX * Type: Travel * Schedule ... This position focuses on acute dialysis and involves 12-hour night shifts. Working within a dynamic ...

Minimum 2 years Acute Dialysis RN experience required Required Certification: BLS (AHA) and ACLS License: Active Compact or Single-State RN license required at submission Preferred Experience: DCI ...

As a dialysis nurse you will use many different modalities to treat the highest acuity patients in an acute hospital setting. The RN will work in collaboration with highly skilled healthcare ...

Travel Dialysis RN | Cleveland, OH | Days (4x10) This position requires an experienced Acute Hemodialysis RN. Coverage is primarily needed to provide coverage at facilities within the vicinity of ...

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How much do acute dialysis nurse rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average weekly pay for acute dialysis nurse rn in the United States is $2,076.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,711.54 and $2,375.00 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges acute dialysis nurse RNs face when working in hospital settings?

Acute Dialysis Nurse RNs often encounter challenges such as managing high patient acuity levels, adapting to rapidly changing patient conditions, and coordinating care across different hospital departments. They must be prepared to respond quickly to emergencies and communicate effectively with physicians, nephrologists, and other care team members. Additionally, acute settings can involve varied shift schedules and require strong organizational skills to balance multiple patient cases simultaneously.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an acute dialysis nurse RN?

To thrive as an Acute Dialysis Nurse RN, you need a solid background in nursing, expertise in renal care, and an active RN license—often with additional certification in nephrology nursing (such as CDN or CNN). Familiarity with dialysis machines, electronic health records (EHRs), and infection control protocols is crucial. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help nurses support patients and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams. These skills are essential for ensuring safe, efficient dialysis treatments and high-quality patient outcomes in acute care settings.

What is an acute dialysis nurse RN?

Acute Dialysis Nurse RNs are registered nurses who specialize in providing dialysis treatment to patients experiencing acute kidney failure or other urgent renal conditions, often in hospital settings. They operate dialysis machines, monitor patient vitals, administer medications, and collaborate with physicians to ensure safe and effective care during critical situations. Their role is crucial in stabilizing patients and preventing complications associated with sudden loss of kidney function. Acute Dialysis Nurse RNs must possess strong clinical skills, adaptability, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments.

What is the difference between Acute Dialysis Nurse Rn vs Hemodialysis Nurse?

AspectAcute Dialysis Nurse RnHemodialysis Nurse
CertificationsRN license, dialysis trainingRN license, dialysis training
Work EnvironmentHospitals, ICU, ERDialysis clinics, hospitals
Employer & IndustryHospitals, acute care facilitiesDialysis centers, hospitals
Job FocusManaging acute kidney failure, critical careChronic dialysis, outpatient care

While both roles require RN licensure and dialysis training, Acute Dialysis Nurse Rn primarily works in hospital settings managing critically ill patients with acute kidney issues. Hemodialysis Nurse typically works in outpatient dialysis centers focusing on chronic dialysis treatments. The roles differ mainly in work environment and patient acuity, but both involve specialized dialysis care.

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What cities are hiring for Acute Dialysis Nurse Rn jobs? Cities with the most Acute Dialysis Nurse Rn job openings:
Infographic showing various Acute Dialysis Nurse Rn job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,988 per year, or $51.9 per hour.

Dialysis Registered Nurse in Windsor, CT

Vivian Health

Windsor, CT • On-site

Other

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Dialysis Service

Location Detail: 85 Jefferson Street Hartford (10068)

Shift Detail: Three12 hour shifts, 6am-6pm, on-call requirement 6pm-6am. Every other Saturday, every other holiday. closed Sunday.

Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology & medical care and is home to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. Housing the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center, committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organization.
Job Summary
Our Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse who through knowledge and ability uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family.
At Hartford Hospital, we have one of the largest Inpatient Dialysis/Plasmapheresis programs. As a dialysis nurse you will use many different modalities to treat the highest acuity patients in an acute hospital setting. The RN will work in collaboration with highly skilled healthcare providers to deliver quality care to the most critically ill patients. The dialysis RN will experience dialyzing patients in multiple settings including our five ICU’s, five step-down units, ER, Med-Surgical units, Medicine units and in our private 8 bed dialysis unit. This is an exciting time to be part of the growing acute dialysis team at Hartford Hospital.

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut RN License required prior to orientation.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school (BSN required).
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association required prior to orientation.


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