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Nurse - Nephrology

GiaCare

Bethesda, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$88.44 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Nephrology, Nursing, Certified in Nephrology Nursing (CNN), Renal Replacement Therapy, Peritoneal Dialysis, Kidney Disease, Hemodialysis, Dialysis, Chronic Renal Disease, End-Stage Renal Failure, Clinical Nursing, Cross-Functional, Medicine, Military, Nurse Practitioner, Outpatient Care,
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Graduate of an accredited Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) program.
  • Master's Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Board Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP-BC).
  • Minimum of five (5) years of outpatient experience managing Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Stage 3 and Stage 4.
  • Experience managing patients with uncontrolled hypertension.
  • Experience utilizing 24-hour blood pressure monitoring equipment and software.
  • Experience providing case management for post-kidney transplant patients.
  • Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner license.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Current or ability to obtain a valid DEA registration prior to providing services.
  • Strong communication, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide comprehensive outpatient management of patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Stage 3 and Stage 4.
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with difficult-to-control hypertension.
    Manage and interpret 24-hour blood pressure monitoring equipment and associated software.
  • Provide ongoing case management for patients following kidney transplantation.
    Perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor patient outcomes.
  • Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory studies.
  • Prescribe medications and treatments within the scope of practice and clinical privileges.
  • Collaborate with nephrologists, nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
  • Educate patients and families regarding disease processes, medications, treatment plans, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Accurately document patient encounters using the electronic medical record while maintaining compliance with military treatment facility policies and standards.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain clinical competency in accordance with Walter Reed National Military Medical Center requirements.
BENEFITS
Paid Time-Off, Life Insurance, Paid Sick Days, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision
LOCATION
Bethesda, MD
POSTED
7 days ago

GiaCare is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Practitioner specializing in Nephrology to support the Department of Medicine at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland.

This full-time position provides the opportunity to care for complex nephrology patients in one of the nation's premier military medical centers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing chronic kidney disease, uncontrolled hypertension, and post-kidney transplant patients in an outpatient setting while working alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing exceptional care to our nation's service members, retirees, and their families.

About the Company

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GiaCare

GiaMed, Inc., a woman and minority-owned business, is dedicated to assisting the military and healthcare providers by providing exceptional medical professionals to fulfill medical services at military hospitals and clinics across the United States. To learn more, visit our website at www.GiaCare.com.

COMPANY SIZE
51 - 200