{"id":2537,"date":"2019-10-18T09:00:23","date_gmt":"2019-10-18T16:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newdirectionsstaffing.com\/?p=2537"},"modified":"2022-01-11T17:17:03","modified_gmt":"2022-01-11T17:17:03","slug":"top-5-reasons-dialysis-nursing-pays-off","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newdirectionsstaffing.com\/healthcare\/top-5-reasons-dialysis-nursing-pays-off\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Reasons Dialysis Nursing Pays Off"},"content":{"rendered":"
So you\u2019ve finished your nursing degree, or maybe you already have several years of experience under your belt, and you are looking to advance your career.\u00a0 One of the best ways to do that is to become a specialized nurse. There are many different specializations open to RNs. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Dialysis<\/span><\/a> can be a great direction to take your nursing career.\u00a0 Here are five reasons why.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Dialysis nurses are in high demand.<\/span><\/h3>\n

There is a nationwide shortage of nurses. However, the demand is especially high for specialized nurses.\u00a0 Hospitals are looking for nurses with higher education and specific skills. The U.S. population is aging, and more older people means more need for healthcare providers.\u00a0 As the rate of kidney diseases is increasing, the need for dialysis nurses is growing as well. According to the National Kidney Foundation, as many as one in three Americans are at risk of developing chronic kidney disease.\u00a0 Now is a great time to see if this is the specialty for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Dialysis is life-saving and effective.<\/span><\/h3>\n

What is dialysis?\u00a0 Put simply, it uses technology to do the work of kidneys.\u00a0 It filters excess water and toxins from the blood. Dialysis is used to treat patients with kidney stones, kidney transplants, chronic kidney disease, and end-stage renal disease.\u00a0 Without it, some of these illnesses can be fatal.<\/span><\/p>\n

Many of the diseases dialysis is needed for are chronic. They require patients to get treatment three or four times a week. Therefore, dialysis nurses get to form close<\/span> relationships with their patients<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0 This helps make this nursing a rewarding career.\u00a0 Even if you are a<\/span> travel nurse<\/span><\/a>, you will still you know are improving the quality of your patients\u2019 daily lives through your work.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Dialysis nurses are paid well.<\/span><\/h3>\n

One of the top reasons that dialysis nursing pays off is that it literally pays.\u00a0 According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average dialysis nurse makes between $44,000 and $95,000 per year.\u00a0 Of course, this range is so wide because it includes a variety of states and levels of expertise. Many healthcare facilities offer high salaries and great benefits to attract and keep nurses.\u00a0 These can include everything from auto allowances to 401K plans to housing stipends. The longer you work in dialysis and increase your expertise, the more your salary will grow.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Work with the newest technology.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Rapidly changing technology is affecting a wide range of industries from marketing to education.\u00a0 Nursing is being impacted as well. As technology progresses, dialysis treatment gets better. Dialysis nurses get to learn about and work with the most advanced technology in their field.\u00a0 This is a great opportunity for growth not only in meeting patients\u2019 needs but also professionally for the nurses. Speaking of professional development\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Opportunities for professional development.<\/span><\/h3>\n

As you have probably already figured out, healthcare facilities love dialysis nurses.\u00a0 Because of this, they often invest in more training and development for their nurses. Nurses are eligible for outstanding performance awards, promotion to higher-level positions, and increased salaries over time.\u00a0 Of course, all of these things depend on each nurse\u2019s education, commitment, and personal growth, but dialysis nursing, in general, offers many opportunities for career advancement.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sound like the job for you?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Are you interested in becoming a dialysis nurse?\u00a0 New Directions Staffing Services can find your first job.\u00a0 We help people get to travel, temporary-to-hire, and full-time work in both clinical and administrative jobs within the healthcare industry.\u00a0 Once you\u2019ve completed your training, call (888) 654-1110 or<\/span> contact us<\/span><\/a> through our website so we can help you find the perfect position.<\/span><\/div>\n

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