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Registered Nurse (RN), Dialysis - Per Diem

Martha's Vineyard Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Oak Bluffs
Dec 12, 2025
Summary
At Martha's Vineyard Hospital, our nurses are at the heart of patient care. In this role, you will provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing services in the Acute Care setting, ensuring that every patient receives safe, high-quality care. Guided by Federal, State, and local standards, as well as MVH policies and procedures, you'll collaborate closely with the CEO, Director of Physician Services, CNE, and providers to deliver exceptional care to our community.
Does this position involve direct patient care?
Yes
Essential Functions
Patient Assessment & Planning
Perform comprehensive physical, psychological, and social assessments.
Apply knowledge of illnesses, injuries, and disease processes to guide decision-making.
Document admission assessments, interventions, patient responses, and discharge summaries.
Create and communicate individualized nursing care plans to ensure continuity of care.
Implementation of Care
Carry out nursing orders, clinical interventions, and technical procedures in accordance with hospital standards.
Ensure patient safety through correct technique, appropriate precautions, and evidence-based practice.
Function within the limits of the State Nurse Practice Act and MVH nursing policies.
Education & Discharge Planning
Assess and meet patient/family education needs.
Provide clear instructions through Bedside Shift Reports, as well as verbal and written discharge teaching.
Educate patients on medications, side effects, and post-discharge care.
Leadership & Collaboration
Report and address patient care or management concerns in partnership with supervisors.
Assign patient care based on acuity, staff qualifications, and experience.
Support and orient new staff, coordinate daily routines, and maintain readiness of emergency equipment.
Acute Care Expertise
Deliver safe, compassionate care to patients across the lifespan (pediatrics to geriatrics).
Manage both medical and surgical patient populations.
Provide care in short-term psychiatric settings.
Demonstrate safe medication practices specific to acute care patients.
Professional Growth & Competency
Take ownership of professional development and continuing education.
Complete annual competencies and mandatory training requirements.
Demonstrate age-specific competency by adapting care and communication to developmental needs.
Why Join Martha's Vineyard Hospital?
At MVH, you'll find more than just a workplace - you'll join a close-knit community hospital where patient-centered care is our top priority. Here, your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference for our island community every day.

Education
Associate's Degree Nursing required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience
Hemodialysis experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must be able to read, write legibly, speak clearly and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with staff, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel and the general public.

Physical Requirements

  • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
  • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)


Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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