Dialysis Experienced Registered Nurse - Floater

DaVita · Farmers Branch, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Posting Date 06/11/2026 4240 INTERNATIONAL PKWYSTE 158, CARROLLTON, Texas, 75007, United States of America Dialysis Experienced Float Nurse DaVita - which is Italian for "giving life" - is working to provide quality service to patients, partners, and teammates. Our mission is to be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice. What DaVita Offers: At DaVita, we invest in you just as much as you invest in our patients. Here is what you can expect when you join our Village: Community First, Company Second: We believe in building a workplace that feels like a true community. You aren't just an employee; you are a valued teammate in our Village. A Culture of Belonging: We foster an inclusive environment where every voice matters. We want you to feel seen, heard, and supported in your career growth from day one. The Village Community: Join a supportive, intentional, and purpose-driven team that thrives on collaboration and mutual care. Award-Winning Training : Step into your role with confidence, backed by industry-leading training programs designed to ensure your long-term success. Leadership Development: Grow in an environment where leaders are respected, valued, and continuously empowered to reach their full potential. Top-Tier Recognition : Be proud to build your career with a company recognized as a Fortune Best Workplace in Health Care and ranked among Forbes' Best Employers. Role Summary: DaVita is seeking a Dialysis Experienced Registered Nurse to join our outpatient dialysis team. In this role, you'll provide life-saving care to patients with end-stage renal disease or chronic kidney conditions. Requirements 12 months RN experience, including 6 months Dialysis Experience with patient interaction in the last year Current RN license and CPR certification Charge RN readiness approval required ADN required; BSN preferred ICU, ER, or Med/Surg experience preferred CNN/CDN certification a plus Basic computer skills (MS Word, Outlook) Comfortable traveling to all facilities within the region. Consistent, predictable schedules (typically 3 to 4 days/week) that include early mornings, evenings, rotating weekends, and holidays Key Responsibilities Coordinate patient care plans and monitor outcomes Supervise clinical staff, including PCTs Ensure safe, compassionate dialysis delivery Build long-term relationships with patients and families Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment What We Offer Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match PTO and PTO cash-out Paid training and development Family and mental health support (Headspace, EAP, child/elder care) LI-TH1 At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected vete

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the DFW area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $48.76/hr ($101,421/yr). The typical range is $39.25 – $53.19/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $73,403/yr

DFW Median $101,421/yr

Experienced (90th) $129,709/yr

vs. National Median +4.0%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.