What is a Dialysis RN?

Dialysis RNs, or Dialysis Registered Nurses, are specialized nurses who care for patients with kidney failure or chronic kidney disease. They operate dialysis machines to filter waste and excess fluids from patients’ blood when their kidneys are no longer able to do so. Dialysis RNs monitor patients during treatment, administer medications, educate patients and families about kidney disease, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to manage patient care. They work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and sometimes in patients’ homes.