Graduate Nurse

Fresenius Medical Care

. Provide safe and effective hemodialysis therapy under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse while working toward obtaining a nursing license .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeAkron • Ohio • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates proficiency in hemodialysis therapy, including vascular access evaluation, patient monitoring, and accurate documentation. Capable of performing essential clinical tasks while maintaining patient safety and adhering to healthcare protocols.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Hemodialysis TherapyVascular Access EvaluationPatient MonitoringClinical DocumentationNursing License Acquisition

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

CannulationHemostasisPatient EvaluationDialysis Treatment InitiationLaboratory Test PreparationEquipment Setup and TestingData Entry in Clinical Applications

Soft Skills

MultitaskingFlexibilityAbility to Handle Demanding Situations

Certifications & Qualifications

Nursing LicenseActive and Valid Credentials

Industry Keywords

Healthcare Facility EnvironmentInfectious Diseases ExposurePatient CareSpecimen CollectionIshihara Color Blindness Test

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide safe and effective hemodialysis therapy under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse while working toward obtaining a nursing license
Perform vascular access evaluation, cannulation, and hemostasis with appropriate dressings
Perform and document pre-, intra-, and post-dialysis patient evaluations, vital signs, weights, treatment responses, interventions, and discharge assessments
Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed blood flow and dialysate flow orders
Monitor patients’ responses, evaluate intradialytic problems, and report significant information or changes to the nurse supervisor
Obtain prescribed laboratory tests and prepare, label, store, and courier lab specimens
Prepare dialysis equipment and supplies, perform machine setup and testing, and clean and disinfect equipment and treatment areas
Enter treatment data accurately into the designated clinical application and maintain complete healthcare records
Prepare laboratory requisitions and ensure timely specimen collection
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduated from an accredited nursing program within the past 12 months
Required to obtain nursing license within 90 days of employment
Must maintain required credentials or certifications in active and valid status, including timely renewal
Ability to handle demanding situations, multitask, and remain flexible to changing needs
Regular and punctual attendance
Passes or completes the Ishihara Color Blindness test as a condition of employment; failing does not preclude employment and reasonable accommodations will be considered
Ability to provide direct patient care involving heavy lifting and moving patients, assisting with ambulation, prolonged standing, bending, and lifting up to 40 lbs.
Ability to work in a healthcare facility environment and potentially be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
May be required to travel between assigned facilities and to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities
Two-person assist program and material assist devices for heavier items