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Registered Nurse (RN) - Dialysis/Inpatient Renal Unit
Registered Nurse (RN) - Dialysis/Inpatient Renal Unit
- R0082277
- Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904
- Nursing
- University of Virginia
Bring your clinical judgment to a specialized renal nursing role where every treatment requires precision, adaptability, and meaningful collaboration across the hospital .
Join UVA Health’s Inpatient Renal/Dialysis Unit and care for medically complex adult and pediatric patients receiving dialysis, apheresis, and continuous renal replacement therapy. This is an opportunity for an experienced RN to expand into highly specialized therapies while helping patients and families navigate critical moments with confidence, safety, and compassion.
This full-time position consists of four 10-hour shifts each week , primarily days from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with occasional night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. as needed. The schedule includes every other weekend, either Saturday or Sunday, and three on-call shifts during each six-week scheduling period.
The Role
The Inpatient Renal/Dialysis Unit is a seven-bed procedural department that delivers dialysis and apheresis treatments to adult and pediatric patients. Care extends well beyond the unit, with nurses providing portable dialysis throughout UVA Health University Hospital and supporting patients wherever they are receiving inpatient care.
Your day will combine focused procedural nursing, independent decision-making, interdisciplinary coordination, and frequent movement among clinical settings. You will assess changing patient needs, evaluate treatment response , troubleshoot therapy concerns, and partner closely with nephrologists, bedside nurses, providers, and other clinical specialists.
Key responsibilities include:
This role is well suited for an experienced nurse who is clinically strong, calm under pressure, comfortable working independently, and energized by variety . Previous experience with dialysis, CRRT, apheresis, critical care, nephrology, or pediatric care is beneficial, but the team is prepared to train nurses who bring a strong clinical foundation, adaptability, and a genuine desire to master specialized therapies. This opportunity is not open to new graduate nurses.
Why UVA Health
At UVA Health, renal nursing is practiced within an integrated academic health system where patient care, research, education, and continuous improvement come together. The Inpatient Renal/Dialysis Unit plays an essential role in maintaining access to specialized renal replacement therapies across the organization, including support for a growing pediatric patient population.
You will join a team that values collaboration, accountability, professionalism, flexibility, and continuous learning . Leadership is committed to creating a supportive environment where nurses can strengthen their clinical expertise , participate in quality improvement, and contribute to evidence-based practice changes.
What sets this opportunity apart:
For a nurse who wants greater technical depth without losing the human connection at the center of care, this role offers a compelling next step. You will bring renal therapies directly to patients, solve complex clinical challenges, and become a trusted resource to care teams throughout the hospital.
Why People Love Living in Charlottesville
Charlottesville offers a distinctive balance of natural beauty, culture, and community at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Healthcare professionals can enjoy access to hiking, scenic drives, vineyards, local restaurants, live music, arts, and University of Virginia events, all within a welcoming city that remains easy to navigate. Whether you value outdoor recreation, a vibrant food scene, historic surroundings, or family-friendly neighborhoods, Charlottesville provides room to build a rewarding life outside the hospital while advancing your career at UVA Health.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.
Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The pay range for this role is $39.90 - $53.00 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Job Profile
J1615 - RN Clinician 2
Career Stream and Level
Clinical Professional-C2
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .
Join UVA Health’s Inpatient Renal/Dialysis Unit and care for medically complex adult and pediatric patients receiving dialysis, apheresis, and continuous renal replacement therapy. This is an opportunity for an experienced RN to expand into highly specialized therapies while helping patients and families navigate critical moments with confidence, safety, and compassion.
This full-time position consists of four 10-hour shifts each week , primarily days from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with occasional night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. as needed. The schedule includes every other weekend, either Saturday or Sunday, and three on-call shifts during each six-week scheduling period.
The Role
The Inpatient Renal/Dialysis Unit is a seven-bed procedural department that delivers dialysis and apheresis treatments to adult and pediatric patients. Care extends well beyond the unit, with nurses providing portable dialysis throughout UVA Health University Hospital and supporting patients wherever they are receiving inpatient care.
Your day will combine focused procedural nursing, independent decision-making, interdisciplinary coordination, and frequent movement among clinical settings. You will assess changing patient needs, evaluate treatment response , troubleshoot therapy concerns, and partner closely with nephrologists, bedside nurses, providers, and other clinical specialists.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assess patients before, during, and after treatment, responding promptly to clinical changes.
- Deliver and monitor safe, high-quality dialysis and apheresis treatments.
- Provide portable dialysis treatments across multiple inpatient units.
- Round on patients receiving continuous renal replacement therapy , helping maintain uninterrupted therapy.
- Build, rebuild, and troubleshoot CRRT circuits as clinical needs evolve .
- Collaborate with nephrologists, bedside nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialists, providers, and interdisciplinary partners.
- Support infection prevention practices, including evidence-based improvements in hemodialysis catheter maintenance and management.
- Safely push, pull, and maneuver dialysis equipment throughout the hospital and between patient care areas.
- Promote an exceptional experience for patients and families through clear communication, education, and compassionate care.
This role is well suited for an experienced nurse who is clinically strong, calm under pressure, comfortable working independently, and energized by variety . Previous experience with dialysis, CRRT, apheresis, critical care, nephrology, or pediatric care is beneficial, but the team is prepared to train nurses who bring a strong clinical foundation, adaptability, and a genuine desire to master specialized therapies. This opportunity is not open to new graduate nurses.
Why UVA Health
At UVA Health, renal nursing is practiced within an integrated academic health system where patient care, research, education, and continuous improvement come together. The Inpatient Renal/Dialysis Unit plays an essential role in maintaining access to specialized renal replacement therapies across the organization, including support for a growing pediatric patient population.
You will join a team that values collaboration, accountability, professionalism, flexibility, and continuous learning . Leadership is committed to creating a supportive environment where nurses can strengthen their clinical expertise , participate in quality improvement, and contribute to evidence-based practice changes.
What sets this opportunity apart:
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Develop expertise across dialysis, apheresis, and CRRT while treating diverse adult and pediatric populations.
- Gain exposure to a broad range of clinical conditions across multiple inpatient specialties.
- Contribute to initiatives focused on reducing central line-associated bloodstream infections.
- Help advance evidence-based hemodialysis catheter care in partnership with nursing, provider, infection prevention, and Clinical Nurse Specialist teams.
- Practice in a Magnet-recognized academic medical center that supports nursing excellence, professional development, shared governance, research, and quality improvement.
- Build strong relationships across disciplines while delivering specialized care that directly affects treatment continuity and patient outcomes.
- Grow within a team that encourages nurses to learn new modalities and contribute ideas that strengthen clinical practice.
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Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
For a nurse who wants greater technical depth without losing the human connection at the center of care, this role offers a compelling next step. You will bring renal therapies directly to patients, solve complex clinical challenges, and become a trusted resource to care teams throughout the hospital.
Why People Love Living in Charlottesville
Charlottesville offers a distinctive balance of natural beauty, culture, and community at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Healthcare professionals can enjoy access to hiking, scenic drives, vineyards, local restaurants, live music, arts, and University of Virginia events, all within a welcoming city that remains easy to navigate. Whether you value outdoor recreation, a vibrant food scene, historic surroundings, or family-friendly neighborhoods, Charlottesville provides room to build a rewarding life outside the hospital while advancing your career at UVA Health.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.
Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The pay range for this role is $39.90 - $53.00 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Job Profile
J1615 - RN Clinician 2
Career Stream and Level
Clinical Professional-C2
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
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