Dialysis Charge Nurse RN

Location: US‑TX‑Center, 304 Epps Street

Posted: September 14, 2026

About the role

The Dialysis Charge Nurse supervises nursing personnel to ensure every patient receives the safest care with the highest quality outcomes. This position supports DCI’s nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients with chronic kidney disease, offering a lower caregiver‑to‑patient ratio, paid training, competitive pay, and a positive, mission‑driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and review all new patient information and consent forms before initial treatment.
• Assist and oversee patient care staff in initiating, monitoring, and terminating dialysis treatments as needed.
• Coordinate patient scheduling with the nurse manager, maximizing resources to align patient needs with staff capabilities and experience.
• Manage clinic operation following safety and staffing guidelines in the absence of the manager.
• Communicate patient status to the physician; implement and document orders.
• Participate in patient care conferences, medical rounds, and chart review; document progress notes.
• Contribute to risk management, QAPI, and infection control committees.
• Supervise initial and ongoing patient education.
• Review and document patient education to ensure compliance with ESRD Network, regulatory agencies, DCI’s CQI Program, and individual clinic requirements.
• Manage monthly patient lab work in accordance with clinic policies and protocols.
• Oversee primary nursing teams and non‑licensed staff for completion of assignments.
• Support training of new staff members as directed and supervised by the education coordinator, clinical supervisor, and/or nurse manager.
• Provide feedback and assist the nurse manager with staff performance reviews.
• Function as an expert resource for clinical staff.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated clinical proficiency.
• Desire to collaborate with care teams.
• Established leadership skills.
• Ability to problem‑solve.
• Current Texas RN license.
• At least one year of dialysis nursing experience (required).
• Supervisory experience (preferred).

Benefits

• Paid training with preceptor.
• Charge nurse continuing education classes.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life and long‑term disability insurance at no additional cost to the employee.
• Paid time off (PTO) including holidays.
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO for doctor appointments, sickness, or medical leave.
• Retirement plans with $0.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 %.
• Education reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness program.

Pay

Pay range: $32 – $40 per hour, depending on nursing and dialysis experience; experience preferred.

Schedule

30 hours per week on three 10‑hour shifts starting at 5 am. Schedule set upon hiring.