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Nephrology Nurse Practitioner | Physician Assistant
- Houston, TX, United States
$140,000 USD / year
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- Pay
- $140,000 USD / year
- Closing date
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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Nephrology Nurse Practitioner – Houston, TX. We are currently seeking a compassionate APRN to join an established nephrology practice in the Houston area. This is a full-time opportunity . The Opportunity
- Full-Time | Monday–Friday
- 40 hours per week
- South East Houston Outpatient Dialysis Clinical Setting
- Inpatient and outpatient nephrology responsibilities
- Collaborative environment with supervising Nephrologists
Responsibilities
- Conduct dialysis rounds at multiple dialysis units.
- Perform comprehensive access assessments and management.
- Prescribe and adjust dialysis-related medications as appropriate.
- Assess and establish parameters, including target weight and dialysis prescriptions.
- Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations on new and established dialysis and AKI patients.
- Initiate appropriate dialysis orders, treatments, and diagnostic testing as needed.
- Order therapeutic and diagnostic procedures within scope of practice and training, as directed by the supervising physician.
- Provide ongoing follow-up and health maintenance care for dialysis patients according to established protocols.
- Provide patient and family education regarding health-related conditions and treatment plans.
- Document clinical care in accordance with established guidelines.
- Communicate effectively with patients and family members.
- Consult with the supervising physician as needed.
- Provide outpatient office/clinic visits focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of renal disease and management of CKD patients.
Requirements
- Current Nurse Practitioner license and credentials.
- Nephrology, dialysis, or renal care experience preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment and patient management skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with Nephrologists and the healthcare team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Benefits
The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Employer-paid benefits
Why Consider This Opportunity? Join an established nephrology practice committed to providing compassionate, high-quality renal care. This is an excellent opportunity for an NP who enjoys building relationships with patients, managing complex renal conditions, and working closely with an experienced Nephrology team.
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Skills
- NP
- Renal diseases
- Work independently
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills