Dialysis Registered Nurse Home Therapy

U.S. Renal Care, Inc. • Larkspur, CA

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About The Position

The Advanced Home Therapies Dialysis Nurse coordinates patient care in collaboration with other care providers and health team members. The nurse serves as a patient teacher and advocate, helps patients obtain information and participate in informed treatment decisions, and promotes the greatest level of patient-desired independence. The role includes professional development through continuing education, quality assessment and improvement, and review and clinical application of research. The nurse practices ethically according to Nephrology Nursing Standards of Practice and the applicable state scope of practice. Home visits are performed to assess whether a patient's home is safe and suitable for dialysis in compliance with CMS regulations.

The position works directly with a multidisciplinary team to support patients with kidney disease and contribute to individualized, high-quality, compassionate care. The role offers formal and informal professional growth opportunities and potential career advancement.

Requirements

• At least two years of registered nurse experience.
• At least two years of experience as a nephrology nurse with dialysis experience in peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis, or both.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing school or equivalent.
• Current, active, unencumbered state RN licensure.
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
• CNN/CDN certification or obtain it within 12 months.
• Competent, in-depth knowledge of Electronic Health Records.
• Valid state driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care in collaboration with care providers and other health team members.
• Teach and advocate for patients by helping them seek information and participate in informed treatment decisions.
• Promote the maximum level of patient-desired independence.
• Participate in continuing education, quality assessment and improvement, and review and clinical application of research findings.
• Practice ethically in accordance with Nephrology Nursing Standards of Practice and the applicable state scope of practice.
• Conduct home visits to assess whether the environment is safe and appropriate for home dialysis and compliant with CMS regulations.
• Organize, prioritize, and complete projects independently.

Benefits

• Medical and pharmacy coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Voluntary benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Virtual care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree