Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for a seasonal opportunity on the 6W Transplant Nephrology unit, located in Kansas City, MO. This role guarantees 48 hours per week with a start date of November 30th.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 20
• Patient Ratios: 1:6
• Unit Staffing: Includes a unit secretary during the day, Patient Care Technicians (PCTs), and a unit educator.
• Documentation System: Meditech
• Scheduling Requirements: 3 weekend shifts per month
• Floating Policy: Agency/contract nurses float first

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include providing comprehensive patient care within the unit, managing nephrology and kidney transplant patients, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
• Experience: Prior experience in Med/Surg, nephrology, kidney transplants, or dialysis preferred
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required

Dress Code

All staff are required to wear royal blue scrubs, with the option of black scrub pants.

Additional Information

• The unit has implemented a virtual nurse system to streamline patient admissions, allowing bedside nurses to focus on patient care.
• Acknowledged with the “We show up” teamwork award, recognizing the importance of collaboration and support among team members.