Specialized ESRD Nurse Practitioner

Duo Health; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / HSA

Paid time off and company holidays

401(k) with company match

Malpractice coverage

CME opportunities

Professional development support

Job summary

Duo Health is seeking a Specialized ESRD Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to deliver comprehensive care to patients with ESRD and late-stage CKD. The APP will manage a dedicated panel of 100–125 patients, primarily through in-home visits, collaborating with nephrologists, dialysis centers, and interdisciplinary teams to improve outcomes and coordinate care.

Ideal candidates hold an active NP or PA license with national certification and have experience in nephrology or value-based care.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in the state of practice.
• Current national certification through ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA.
• Experience managing complex chronic conditions in primary care, geriatrics, or related clinical settings.
• Strong clinical assessment, decision-making, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for in-home visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated panel of 100–125 patients with ESRD and late-stage CKD (stages 4–5), primarily through in-home visits.
• Assess and manage vascular access, anemia, fluid status, hypertension, and other ESRD-related conditions.
• Coordinate with nephrologists and dialysis centers regarding treatment plans and patient needs.
• Manage complex medication regimens, including renal dose adjustments and nephrotoxic avoidance.
• Identify transplant-eligible patients and initiate referrals as appropriate.
• Complete post-hospitalization follow-ups and coordinate care transitions.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation supporting coding, risk adjustment, and quality measures.
• Participate in team huddles, care coordination, clinical training, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Meet established goals related to quality, utilization, patient engagement, and outcomes.
• Adhere to HIPAA and regulatory requirements.

Skills

NP/PA licensure

Clinical assessment

Documentation

EHR proficiency

Communication & collaboration

Driver's license

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Location: Tucson, AZ

Job Id:346

# of Openings:1

Company Mission

Duo Health is a value-based care organization focused on improving outcomes for patients living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Our proprietary Health Mobilization™ platform connects multidisciplinary care teams with community nephrologists and other healthcare partners to deliver comprehensive, high-touch patient care.

Our interprofessional care teams comprised of Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, social workers, and care navigators deliver high-touch, comprehensive care to a small panel of patients. Collaboration is central to our intensive psychosocial model, which includes assessment, medication management, social support, and behavioral health services. Duo Health is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we strongly encourage applicants whose work demonstrates a dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Description

The Specialized ESRD Advanced Practice Provider (APP) delivers comprehensive care to patients with ESRD and late-stage CKD. This role manages a dedicated panel of approximately 100–125 patients, providing primarily in-home visits and individualized clinical management. The APP collaborates with nephrologists, dialysis centers, and interdisciplinary care teams to improve patient outcomes, reduce avoidable hospitalizations, and coordinate care.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated panel of 100–125 patients with ESRD and late-stage CKD (stages 4–5), primarily through in-home visits.
• Assess and manage vascular access, anemia, fluid status, hypertension, and other ESRD-related conditions.
• Coordinate with nephrologists and dialysis centers regarding treatment plans, dialysis adequacy, and patient needs.
• Manage complex medication regimens, including renal dose adjustments and avoidance of nephrotoxic medications.
• Identify transplant-eligible patients and initiate referrals as appropriate.
• Complete post-hospitalization follow-ups and coordinate transitions of care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation supporting HCC coding, risk adjustment, and quality measures.
• Participate in team huddles, care coordination, clinical training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Meet established goals related to quality, utilization, patient engagement, and clinical outcomes.
• Adhere to company policies, HIPAA regulations, and applicable clinical and regulatory requirements.
• Perfom other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in the state of practice.
• Current national certification through an applicable certifying organization, such as ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA.
• Experience managing complex chronic conditions in primary care, geriatrics, or a related clinical setting.
• Strong clinical assessment, decision-making, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for in-home patient visits.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and patient confidentiality.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in nephrology, dialysis, CKD, or ESRD management.
• Experience in value-based care or Medicare Advantage.
• Experience with quality improvement, risk adjustment, and utilization management.
• CNN-NP (Certified Nephrology Nurse–Nurse Practitioner) certification or willingness to pursue nephrology-focused training.

Competitive Benefits Package

• Competitive base compensation and performance-based bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave.
• Structured six-week onboarding and specialized ESRD clinical training.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Malpractice coverage.
• Annual continuing medical education (CME) opportunities.
• Professional development opportunities, including support for nephrology-focused certification, in accordance with company policy.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position primarily involves in-home patient visits throughout the assigned geographic market, with occasional travel for team meetings and training. Reliable transportation and the ability to travel between patient locations are required.