Position Details
Job Title: Dialysis Staff Nurse
Department: Nursing Care Services
Reports To: Dialysis In-Charge
Job Summary
The Dialysis Staff Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing hemodialysis treatment. The role includes patient assessment, dialysis machine operation, monitoring during treatment, infection control practices, emergency management, documentation, and patient education to ensure safe and effective dialysis care.
Key Responsibilities1. Patient Assessment & Care
- Assess patient condition before, during, and after dialysis.
- Check and record vital signs, body weight, and clinical status.
- Prepare patients for dialysis procedures.
- Monitor patients for complications such as hypotension, cramps, bleeding, or reactions during dialysis.
- Provide post-dialysis care and patient reassessment.
2. Dialysis Procedure Management
- Operate and monitor hemodialysis machines safely.
- Prepare dialysis equipment and consumables before procedures.
- Perform AV fistula/graft cannulation as per protocol.
- Manage central venous dialysis catheters appropriately.
- Administer medications, anticoagulants, and IV fluids as prescribed.
- Ensure proper implementation of dialysis prescriptions.
3. Infection Control & Safety
- Maintain strict aseptic and infection control practices.
- Follow protocols for machine cleaning and disinfection.
- Ensure proper biomedical waste segregation and disposal.
- Use PPE and maintain patient safety standards.
- Monitor for dialysis-related infections and complications.
4. Documentation
- Maintain accurate nursing records and dialysis charts.
- Document machine parameters, medications, intake-output, and patient observations.
- Prepare shift reports and communicate patient status during handover.
5. Emergency Management
- Identify and respond to dialysis emergencies promptly.
- Assist in CPR and emergency resuscitation when required.
- Handle adverse reactions and complications during treatment.
6. Patient Education & Counseling
- Educate patients and attendants regarding:
- Renal diet
- Fluid restrictions
- Medication compliance
- Vascular access care
- Follow-up schedules
- Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families.
7. Coordination & Teamwork
- Coordinate with nephrologists, technicians, dietitians, and other healthcare staff.
- Participate in unit meetings, audits, and quality improvement activities.
Required Qualifications
- GNM / B.Sc Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing
- Valid State Nursing Council Registration
- Experience in Dialysis Unit preferred
Required Skills
- Knowledge of dialysis procedures and renal patient care
- Dialysis machine handling skills
- Emergency response and critical care skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong infection control practices
Preferred Certifications
- Dialysis Nursing Training Certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS preferred
Working Conditions
- Rotational shifts and emergency duties
- Exposure to blood and body fluids
- High-responsibility clinical environment
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Safe dialysis procedure management
- Infection control compliance
- Accurate documentation
- Patient monitoring effectiveness
- Patient satisfaction and education quality
Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
