Clinical Nurse (Nephrology)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

2d•$66,215 - $116,130•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Nephrology is seeking a Clinical Nurse to coordinate and provide clinical care and nursing case management services to patients across nephrology sub-specialties. This includes care for individuals with advanced chronic kidney disease transitioning to kidney replacement therapy (dialysis, kidney transplant), and individuals with primary glomerular disease requiring close monitoring of immunosuppression. The nurse will collaborate with nephrologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care and support.

Requirements

Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Maryland or state where practicing.
CPR/BLS certified.
Completion of the JHU credentialing process prior to start date.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Responsibilities

Counsel, support, educate, and coordinate resources for patients with kidney disease.
Provide primary nursing care, including disease education, managing Epic InBasket requests, and independently managing prior-authorization requests.
Assess laboratory reports for abnormalities, communicate findings to medical providers, and implement intervention plans in collaboration with providers.
Monitor and collaborate with organizations and payers to maintain continuity of care, including completing medical necessity letters, appeals, FMLA forms, and disability forms.
Monitor clinic visit frequency to minimize loss to follow-up, especially for patients with advanced chronic kidney disease.
Participate in patient education regarding chronic kidney disease and kidney replacement therapy options (in-center dialysis, home dialysis, and transplantation).
Attend regularly scheduled Nephrology practice meetings and educational conferences.
Manage a fast-paced clinical environment with the ability to handle frequent interruptions.
Interface with patients and a multidisciplinary care team of providers, clinic staff, and research staff.
Provide phone triage during clinic hours.
Utilize the electronic medical record and electronic medication prescription programs effectively.
Adapt to an advancing, evolving work environment.
Perform other duties as directed.