Dialysis | Registered Nurse | 13-Week Travel RN Contract – Wilmington, NC

Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse (RN) Contract – Wilmington, North Carolina

Join an experienced acute dialysis team as a Dialysis Registered Nurse (RN) in Wilmington, NC. This 13-week acute care nursing contract offers the opportunity to provide hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis care for adult and geriatric patients with complex renal conditions. Enjoy a welcoming coastal lifestyle with access to historic downtown attractions, riverfront views, and nearby beaches.

Acute Dialysis RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,600–$1,680
• Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks, with potential for extension
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 6:45 a.m.–7:15 p.m.; 3 shifts per week
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Call Requirement: Sunday call coverage from 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. as part of the department rotation
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
• Unit Setting: Acute hemodialysis unit with nine stations and one isolation station, plus bedside treatments in ICU and PCU settings
• Patient Ratios: Typically 1:1–1:2; bedside ICU/PCU treatments may be 1:1
• Orientation: 24 hours, including dialysis room, peritoneal dialysis, ICU, and off-site orientation
• Documentation and Medication Systems: EPIC and Pyxis
• Scrubs: Provided

Dialysis Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Registered Nurse license eligible to practice in North Carolina; a compact license is accepted, and a pending license may be considered for submission
• At least 2 years of registered nursing experience
• Recent acute hemodialysis experience, preferably within the past year
• Recent experience using Fresenius hemodialysis equipment
• Peritoneal dialysis experience with Baxter equipment; CAPD experience is helpful
• Current BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• CDN or CNN certification preferred
• Ability to work day shifts and participate in the required weekend and Sunday call rotation
• Willingness to float within or near the department when dialysis census is low; floating assignments may involve support tasks rather than a separate patient assignment

Acute Dialysis RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care for patients receiving acute hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
• Care for patients with end-stage renal disease, acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease progression, peritoneal dialysis complications, and transplant rejection
• Perform and monitor dialysis treatments using Fresenius equipment and support peritoneal dialysis care using Baxter equipment
• Provide 1:1 bedside dialysis care for critically ill patients, including those receiving ventilatory support, titratable intravenous medications, or airborne isolation precautions
• Complete pre- and post-treatment assessments, vascular access care, treatment monitoring, and patient education
• Collaborate with physicians, patient transport, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Document patient care and treatment details accurately in EPIC and communicate clinical updates using designated communication systems
• Participate in emergency preparedness and departmental coverage expectations, including response during significant weather or other catastrophic events when required

Apply now for this acute dialysis Registered Nurse contract opportunity in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.