Renal Care NP/PA: Autonomy in CKD/ESRD

NEPHROLOGY ASSOCIATES; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Nephrology Associates in Murfreesboro, TN seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver patient-centered care across clinic, dialysis centers, and hospital settings. The role balances autonomy with physician collaboration to manage CKD and ESRD.

The position involves educating patients and families, coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams, and providing inpatient support as needed within a collaborative clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN/APRN/NP or PA with Tennessee eligibility/licensure.
• Graduated from an accredited NP or PA program with a master's or higher.
• Current national certification: AANP/ANCC/FNP.
• BLS or ACLS certification required.
• 1+ year of clinical experience preferred, nephrology experience a plus.
• DEA certification required if drugs are prescribed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients under established clinical protocols.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on labs and diagnostic tests.
• Develop and manage individualized patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on CKD, ESRD, and treatment options.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Manage hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis patients and related complications.
• Participate in monthly care plan meetings and support dialysis staff.
• Provide inpatient nephrology support and coordinate care with external providers.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Patient education

Care coordination

Team collaboration

Dialysis care

Education

Master's degree or higher (NP/PA program)

Graduate of accredited NP/PA program

AANP/ANCC/FNP certification

DEA Certification (if prescribing)

Job description

Nephrology Associates in Murfreesboro, TN seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver patient-centered care across clinic, dialysis centers, and hospital settings. The role balances autonomy with physician collaboration to manage CKD and ESRD.

The position involves educating patients and families, coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams, and providing inpatient support as needed within a collaborative clinical environment.