DaVita Kidney Care·West Des Moines, Iowa
Provide life-saving care to patients with end-stage renal disease in an outpatient dialysis setting. Responsibilities include managing treatment plans, monitoring patient health, and educating families on kidney health.
Posting Date 07/20/2026 6800 LAKE DRSTE 185, WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, 50266-2544, United States of America LOCATED IN WEST DES MOINES and DES MOINES DaVita is seeking a 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. No dialysis experience required—just a commitment to compassionate, high-quality care.
Deliver direct patient care in an outpatient dialysis setting Monitor patients, manage treatment plans, and respond to health changes Collaborate with a supportive clinical team, including Patient Care Technicians Educate patients and families on kidney health and treatment options Float to nearby clinics as needed; flexible schedule required What to Expect: Fast-paced, hands-on environment Long-term patient relationships Broad nursing skill application with medically complex patients Paid training provided Schedule: Flexible shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays Training may occur at a clinic other than your home location
RN license in the state of practice ADN required; BSN preferred Basic computer proficiency Reliable transportation for potential floating Preferred (Not Required): Experience in ICU, CCU, ER, or Med Surg CNN/CDN certification
Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match Paid time off and PTO cash-out Family support: EAP, Headspace, parental leave, backup child/elder care Career growth and tuition support Join DaVita and help patients live better, healthier lives. Apply today. #LI-KOG 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 veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This position will be open for a minimum of three days. For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Requires a valid RN license and an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), with a Bachelor's (BSN) preferred. Candidates must have reliable transportation for floating between clinics and basic computer skills.
Market context
In Iowa, registered nurse openings are typically strongest in settings that need current licensure, BCLS, and Mandatory Reporter certification, with EMR experience and multi-physician family practice background often preferred. These roles can be competitive because employers look for nurses who can step into patient care workflows quickly and work smoothly across busy clinical teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then confirm your certifications and tailor your application to highlight EMR and family practice experience.