Registered Nurse

Puget Sound Kidney Centers is proud to serve people with chronic kidney disease throughout the northern counties of Washington state. Patient care is our top priority—we train patients to do dialysis at home, provide the very best care in eleven (11) dialysis centers and at local hospitals, and bring kidney-health messages to at-risk members of our community.

As a patient-centered, community-based nonprofit, PSKC is committed to ensuring that all patients and their families receive high-quality, convenient, compassionate and affordable care, a deep and long-lasting commitment we’re proud to make to the communities we serve.

PSKC is growing! Be a part of the team launching our newest clinic in Shoreline! Located in the Richmond Beach neighborhood, this beautiful, brand-new out-patient clinic features an open floor plan with lots of natural light and foliage. It will contain a state of the art RO system, brand new BBraun dialysis machines, and 22 treatment stations, along with an integrated Home Therapies unit.

We are seeking Registered Nurses (RN) to join our team of medical professionals to oversee the delivery of dialysis and the care of patients at Puget Sound Kidney Centers (PSKC). The RN is responsible for providing education to patients, supervising Dialysis Technicians, adjusting treatment plans per standing orders, monitoring the patient’s outcomes, administer medications, participating in quality improvement projects, and collaborating with other members of the patient’s care team (social worker, dietitians, and nephrologist).

• We train RNs who are interested in pursuing a career in the dialysis field. Learn more about our training program Here .
• Visa sponsorship available.

Education and Experience

• Degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must have a current Registered Nurse (RN) license from the WA State Board of Nursing.
• Current certification of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) with a Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers card.
• Previous Hemodialysis or Peritoneal dialysis experience preferred.
• Prior experience in Acute or Ambulatory Nursing preferred.

Compensation

Hourly pay range for this position is $32.31 – $54.11 per hour. Wage offers are determined based on multiple factors including previous experience in the same or similar role

Sign on bonus available for experienced nurses!

Benefits

PSKC offers qualifying employees a generous compensation package that includes paid vacation accrual, paid sick leave, eight paid holidays, employer-subsidized medical and dental benefits, employer-paid life and disability benefits, certain discretionary awards, and education assistance. Employees may also contribute to our 403b retirement plan and are eligible for an employer match after completing two years of employment. More information about our benefits package can be found on our website https://www.pskc.net/careers/ .

Location/Hours: Initial Dialysis RN training will take place in Everett or Mountlake Terrace up until the opening of the clinic in Richmond Beach. Once open, p rimary work location will be at PSKCs clinic in Richmond Beach. A secondary work location will be assigned for backup coverage based on patient and staffing needs. Applicants need to be able to work any 3 or 4 days per week (Monday through Saturday) for a 10 to 13 hour shift. Opening shifts start as early as 4:00 AM and closing shifts end as late as11:00 PM.

Skills and Abilities

• Apply the principles of dialysis when providing treatments and using equipment and supplies.
• Apply the principles of adult learning techniques when educating patients and caregivers including accommodating different learning styles.
• Systematically assess and resolve complex clinical and operational problems.
• See and differentiate colors.
• Concisely and accurately communicate clinical information and recommendations to a physician.
• Operate a computer.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English for the purpose of following written policies and procedures, completion of reports, and communicating with others in the work setting.
• Understand, adapt to, apply, and communicate policy and procedural changes.
• Approach work requirements in a methodical and conscientious manner.
• Prioritize tasks and follow them through to completion in a timely manner, with minimal supervision.
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Consistently arrive at work on time, and maintain excellent attendance.
• Identify, assess, and resolve problems in a timely fashion.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, patients, nephrologist, and visitors as needed.
• React calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Maintain quality control standards.
• Follow the organization’s policies and procedures.
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly manner.

Pre Employment Requirements

PSKC is a Drug Free Workplace. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug test and criminal background check. PSKC complies with all state and federal regulations to provide a safe work environment for our employees and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all, and a work environment that is free of unlawful harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

PSKC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PSKC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability or medical condition as defined by applicable equal opportunity laws. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at applications@pskc.net.

Our Mission

To enhance the quality of life of those with kidney disease through outstanding dialysis care, education and community support.