New Grad Nurse, RN

Fresenius Medical Care

. Provide safe and effective dialysis therapy to patients as part of the hemodialysis healthcare team under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy, performing vascular access evaluations, and monitoring patient responses. Capable of maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to healthcare protocols in a dynamic clinical environment.

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Dialysis Therapy AdministrationVascular Access CannulationPatient MonitoringClinical DocumentationNursing License Acquisition

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Hard Skills

Dialysis Treatment InitiationPre- and Post-Dialysis EvaluationsLaboratory Specimen PreparationEquipment Setup and TestingPatient Health Record Management

Soft Skills

MultitaskingFlexibilityAttention to DetailEffective CommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Dialysis MachinesClinical Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Nursing LicenseIshihara's Color Blindness Test

Industry Keywords

Healthcare Facility EnvironmentPatient CareIntradialytic Problem EvaluationInfection ControlPatient Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide safe and effective dialysis therapy to patients as part of the hemodialysis healthcare team under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
Work toward obtaining a nursing license
Perform pre-treatment vascular access evaluations
Perform and document pre- and post-dialysis evaluations, weights, and vital signs
Perform vascular access cannulation and report difficulties or unusual findings to the nurse supervisor
Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed blood flow and dialysate flow orders
Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide interventions as prescribed or directed
Monitor patients’ responses to dialysis therapy
Perform reinfusion, treatment discontinuation, venous access termination, hemostasis, and dressing application
Evaluate patients before discharge
Document treatment information and patient health records
Report significant information or changes in patient condition to the nurse supervisor
Perform and document interventions for unusual patient status and patient responses
Obtain prescribed laboratory tests and prepare specimens
Prepare dialysis equipment, conduct machine setup and testing, and document tasks
Maintain safe, clean, and aesthetically appropriate treatment areas
Clean and disinfect dialysis machines, chairs, equipment, and surrounding areas between treatments
Clean blood spills using appropriate disinfectants
Organize supplies and equipment efficiently to prevent waste
Enter treatment data accurately and promptly into the designated clinical application
Review healthcare records for completeness and correct omissions
Prepare laboratory requisitions and collect, label, prepare, store, and coordinate courier collection of specimens
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
Required to maintain any required credentials or certifications in an active and valid status, including renewals before expiration
Ability to handle demanding situations, multitask, and remain flexible to changing needs
Regular and punctual attendance
Must pass the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment; reasonable accommodations may be considered
Ability to provide direct patient care involving heavy lifting and moving patients and assisting with ambulation
Ability to stand for prolonged periods and bend over
Ability to push or pull equipment with up to 15 pounds of force
Ability to frequently lift and lower solutions up to 30 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. as high as 5 feet
Ability to work in a healthcare facility environment and potential exposure to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
Ability to travel between assigned facilities and various community locations; regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meeting travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment and non-discrimination policy
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities
Equipment aids, coworkers, a two-person assist program, and material assist devices may provide assistance with heavy items