Concierge In-Home PD Training Nurse

Renviva Management Services, LLC; Nokomis (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Renviva Management Services, LLC is seeking an experienced PD Training Nurse to join our Concierge In-Home Peritoneal Dialysis Training Program. You will deliver individualized PD education and hands-on training directly in patients’ homes, enabling safe, independent dialysis in a private, comfortable setting.

The role requires clinical expertise in PD, aseptic technique, and infection prevention, plus strong teaching and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted RN license in the applicable state(s).
• At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Previous peritoneal dialysis experience required.
• Knowledge of PD procedures, aseptic technique, infection prevention, and PD troubleshooting.
• Strong patient education and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel to patient homes throughout the assigned service area.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, one-on-one PD training in the patient's home.
• Develop individualized training plans based on patient and caregiver learning needs.
• Train patients and caregivers on manual exchanges and/or automated peritoneal dialysis (cycler) therapy as prescribed.
• Educate patients on PD supplies, equipment, dialysate solutions, medications, and treatment procedures.
• Assess patient/caregiver competency throughout the training process.
• Adapt teaching methods to accommodate literacy, language, learning style, physical limitations, and cognitive needs.
• Reinforce patient independence while maintaining safety and adherence to the prescribed treatment plan.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments during home visits.
• Assess the patient's ability to safely perform PD independently.
• Monitor catheter exit site and tunnel for signs and symptoms of infection.
• Assess fluid status, blood pressure, weight, edema, ultrafiltration, and other relevant clinical indicators.
• Identify changes in condition and communicate concerns promptly to the nephrologist and home therapy team.
• Recognize and appropriately respond to PD-related complications.
• Teach and reinforce proper aseptic technique and infection prevention practices.
• Train patients on connection/disconnection procedures.
• Provide education regarding drain issues, low drain alarms, slow flow, fibrin, constipation, and other common PD troubleshooting concerns.
• Provide education related to cycler operation and troubleshooting.
• Teach appropriate response to contamination, accidental disconnection, and other treatment-related emergencies.
• Reinforce procedures for managing suspected peritonitis and other complications according to program protocols.
• Ensure patients understand when and how to contact the PD clinical team.
• Conduct scheduled training and follow-up visits in the patient's home.
• Provide a professional, respectful, and patient-centered experience during every visit.
• Evaluate the patient's home environment for safety and suitability for PD.
• Identify barriers to successful home dialysis and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to address them.
• Assist patients with organization and storage of PD supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate additional training visits when competency has not been demonstrated.
• Provide post-training follow-up and reinforcement as directed by the home therapy program.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of all training and home visits.
• Maintain competency checklists and training records.
• Document patient/caregiver progress toward independence.
• Maintain compliance with CMS Conditions for Coverage, infection prevention standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Participate in QAPI activities related to home dialysis, PD outcomes, training, infection prevention, hospitalization reduction, and patient retention.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.

Skills

RN license

2+ years nursing

PD experience

PD knowledge

Patient education

Independent work

Driver's license

Travel to homes

Job description

Renviva Management Services, LLC is seeking an experienced PD Training Nurse to join our Concierge In-Home Peritoneal Dialysis Training Program. You will deliver individualized PD education and hands-on training directly in patients’ homes, enabling safe, independent dialysis in a private, comfortable setting.

The role requires clinical expertise in PD, aseptic technique, and infection prevention, plus strong teaching and communication skills.