Summary

To provide comprehensive professional nursing support in a multidisciplinary pediatric dialysis clinic, supporting the hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis populations.  Coordinate care and follow-up for patients with chronic kidney disease across the care continuum.  Provide expert nurse instruction and consultation to members of the health care team.  Identify gaps and needs of the patient population and seek to implement interventions to improve patient outcomes.  Develop partnerships with other clinical programs to standardize patient care processes.  Facilitate and maintain quality improvement / LEAN activities. 

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

• Provide expert nursing care to the Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis patient population through individual assessment, evaluation and monitoring of treatment.

• Coordinate and assess the nursing care given to the Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis patient population in multiple hospital or clinical units

• Design, monitor and evaluate nursing care programs and individualized patient care plans.

• Provide liaison and consultation in the area of clinical expertise to members of the healthcare team in multiple units, services and disciplines.

• Document care and patient progress through detailed patient records.

• Initiate and participate in the design and maintenance of clinical area quality assurance programs and activities including SCOPE.

• Supports standardization and development of departmental protocols, policies, and procedures using evidence based practice.

• Demonstrate knowledge of current medical, surgical and pharmaceutical treatment modalities. Pharmaceutical adherence and monitoring

.• Provide education to the Dialysis patients, families and community.

• Design, develop and maintain patient / family education programs.

• Assist in the development/revision of patient educational guidelines and materials for hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.

• Conduct in home visits as needed.

• Participate in ongoing research studies in compliance with federal and organizational regulatory guidelines.

Nursing Specific Info

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits! 

• Hourly range for RSAM Registered Nurses (12+ months experience) $37.24 - $57.91 / hour
• Evening Shift Differential- $2.55 / hour
• Night Shift Differential- $3.40 / hour
• Day Shift Weekend Differential- $1.75 / hour
• Evening Shift Weekend Differential- $4.30 / hour
• Night Shift Weekend Differential- $5.15 / hour
• Charge Nurse Differential- $1.00 / hour

The benefit package includes: 

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off Allowances
• Robust Tuition and Certification support programs
• Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement

Required Qualifications*

Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Michigan

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing OR

Associates degree or diploma in Nursing and a Master’s degree or higher in Nursing

 Dialysis experience-  2.5- 3 years of current pediatric dialysis experience.  

 Note: In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants): 
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*

• Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Inpatient pediatric experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with and positively contribute to a team approach to patient care, willingness to flex and cover colleagues.
• Previous experience with quality improvement / LEAN projects.
• Demonstrated high standards of personal and professional conduct and attendance as evidenced by interviews, references, and performance evaluations. 
• Demonstrated high level of self-motivation to learn and stay current in the treatment of chronic kidney disease. 
• Must demonstrate high level of self-direction and flexibility.
• Must demonstrate expert communication, organization and prioritization skills.
• Previous experience in the development of evidence based clinical protocols.
• Previous experience in professional presentations and group education.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in planning, developing, and implementing complex Continuous Quality Improvement activities.
• Previous participation in clinical research.
• Experience in program development, research and regulatory readiness program planning.

Work Schedule

Hours/ Shift : 32 hour Day shift, Monday- Friday. 

Location: Michigan Medicine Pediatric Dialysis Unit

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Selection Process

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The Department of Nursing, like the University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.   

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.