Dialysis Nurse

Our client is a leading tertiary healthcare institution located in Port Harcourt dedicated to delivering advanced and compassionate medical care at international standards.

Job Summary

The Dialysis Nurse provides clinical and holistic care for patients (and their families) ensuring the provision of quality-driven evidence-based patient care. He/she must have the ability to work effectively independently and within a multi-disciplinary/multi-cultural team to deliver the highest quality of care.

Clinical & Dialysis Care

• Perform within standards of nursing care for dialysis patients assessing planning implementing and evaluating individualized care programs.
  
• Maintain high standards of nursing care using a systematic evidence-based approach.
  
• Be responsive to patients conditions and adjust care plans accordingly.
  
• Monitor patient response to dialysis treatment vital signs vascular access laboratory findings and general health.
  
• Administer dialysis-related medications (IV/oral) per physician orders or protocol.
  
• Conduct pre- and post-dialysis patient education ensuring patients and families understand care lifestyle and treatment plans.
  

Dialysis Procedure Management

• Prepare dialysis delivery systems dialysate baths and dialyzers; ensure all mandatory machine alarm tests are completed.
  
• Cannulate vascular access (fistula graft or catheter) aseptically and monitor for complications.
  
• Assess prepare and care for dialysis catheters applying sterile dressings and performing access surveillance for early signs of infection or failure.
  
• Monitor patient reactions during dialysis and adjust interventions as required.
  
• Conduct post-dialysis assessment discharge patients when stable and document all treatment data.
  
• Disassemble disinfect and maintain dialysis machines water treatment equipment and perform water quality testing according to protocols.
  

Quality Control & Compliance

• Adhere to dialysis protocols infection control procedures and hospital policies.
  
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure all documentation complies with hospital and regulatory standards.
  
• Participate in clinical audits KPIs and quality improvement activities.
  
• Support hospital accreditation processes and comply with all defined standards and procedures.
  

Safety Management

• Promote patient safety including infection prevention and blood-borne pathogen precautions.
  
• Identify and report clinical or operational risks in the dialysis unit.
  
• Take immediate action in emergencies and respond to adverse events during dialysis treatment.
  
• Ensure all dialysis equipment consumables and medications are checked functional and safe to use.
  

Communication & Coordination

• Collaborate with nephrologists multidisciplinary teams patients and families throughout dialysis care.
  
• Provide structured clinical handovers to relevant healthcare providers.
  
• Address patient concerns and questions about dialysis treatment medications and home care.
  
• Maintain consistent communication with the Dialysis Unit Manager regarding patient care workflow and operational issues.
  

Problem-Identification & Escalation

• Identify changes in patient condition or potential complications early during dialysis.
  
• Take appropriate initial action within scope of practice.
  
• Escalate complex or high-risk cases promptly to the Dialysis Unit Manager or relevant physician.
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately document all patient assessments interventions dialysis treatments and outcomes.
  
• Complete incident reports medication records and any unit-specific forms according to hospital policy.
  
• Use documentation to support patient care continuity auditing and quality improvement initiatives.
  

Risk Awareness & Management

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives KPI tracking and risk assessments.
  
• Suggest workflow patient care or infection control improvements to enhance safety and efficiency.
  
• Undertake other clinical and operational activities as assigned by the Dialysis Unit Manager.
  

Creativity & Continuous Improvement

• Suggest improvements in dialysis workflows patient care processes or infection control practices.
  
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement initiatives audits and accreditation activities.
  
• Innovate patient education methods and support junior staff learning through creative teaching approaches.
  
• Maintain and update dialysis technical knowledge skills and evidence-based practice competencies
  

• Minimum of 3 years experience in dialysis or nephrology nursing (recent experience preferred).
  
• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid practicing license.
  
• Knowledge of infection prevention blood-borne pathogen control and emergency dialysis procedures.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency in dialysis machine operation vascular access cannulation and water treatment monitoring.
  
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary surgical environment.
  
• Ability to prioritize care act decisively in emergencies and maintain meticulous documentation.
  
• Flexibility regarding shift patterns and clinical areas.
  
• Experience mentoring or teaching junior staff is an advantage