Renal Dialysis Director directs the staff and programs of the renal dialysis department. Organizes and coordinates inpatient and outpatient dialysis services and operations. Being a Renal Dialysis Director develops and introduces approved standards and guidelines for dialysis operations and programs. Monitors quality of care, compliance, and data collection and leads quality improvement initiatives. Additionally, Renal Dialysis Director oversees the professional development of staff and educational support programs for patients. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Renal Dialysis Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Renal Dialysis Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Renal Nurse Supervisor provides support to the Nurse Manager and Director of Renal Services in the development, implementation and management of the outpatient, dialysis clinics. This position provides day to day leadership and direction to clinical staff and is responsible for ensuring an adequate staffing plan, facilitating team building and fostering professional relationships among staff. This position is also responsible for ensuring adequate resources are available to staff in the performance of their job responsibilities, monitoring adherence to defined processes and policies relating to the department and providing appropriate feedback and guidance to staff not performing as expected. The position facilitates and provides oversight to the orientation of new staff. This position performs annual performance evaluations according to UVM Medical Center Policy. In addition, to the leadership and management responsibilities, this position may also be required to provide direct patient care to maintain clinical skills and knowledge. This position is equivalent to a Facility Administrator or Dialysis Clinical Manager at similar organizations.
External candidates are eligible for a one-time sign-on bonus up to $30,000. A relocation package of $9,200 (prorated for part-time roles) is also available for relocation applicants.
Please note that current University of Vermont Health Network employees are excluded from eligibility for this bonus. Additional terms and conditions apply.
EDUCATION:
Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required. BSN required.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of one year of clinical Dialysis experience required. Leadership experience preferred.