Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for adult patients undergoing kidney transplant evaluation or post-transplant recovery. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage medical conditions, monitor graft function, and participate in selection and quality committees.
Requirements summary
Must be a graduate of an accredited NP or PA program with an active state license and national certification (AANP/ANCC or NCCPA). Eligibility for DEA licensure and strong clinical communication skills are required.
Information: Daytime M-F Pay Range $47.50 - $71.25 The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in Transplant Nephrology provides comprehensive care to patients undergoing evaluation for kidney transplantation as well as those who are status post–kidney transplant. This role includes inpatient rounding and outpatient clinic responsibilities, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary transplant team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. The APP will work five (5) days per week with eight (8) hour shifts. Schedule Full-time position Five (5) days per week Eight (8) hour shifts Inpatient Responsibilities Daily rounding on hospitalized kidney transplant recipients and transplant evaluation patients Assessment, diagnosis, and management of post-transplant medical conditions Monitoring of renal allograft function, laboratory results, and imaging - Documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) Collaboration with transplant nephrologists, surgeons, pharmacists, nursing, and care coordination teams Participation in discharge planning and patient education Outpatient Clinic Responsibilities Evaluation and management of post–kidney transplant patients Pre-transplant patient evaluations and medical risk assessments Ordering and interpretation of diagnostic tests and laboratory studies Management of immunosuppressive therapies under protocol and physician supervision Longitudinal follow-up care and coordination with referring providers Organizational and Committee Involvement Serves as an active member of Transplant Selection Committees, contributing to candidate evaluation, risk stratification, and multidisciplinary decision-making in accordance with OPTN/UNOS and institutional guidelines. Participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) committees, reviewing transplant outcomes, identifying trends, and supporting initiatives to improve patient safety, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence. Engages in Population Management and Outcomes Review Committees, assisting with systematic review of pre- and post-transplant populations, graft outcomes, readmissions, and long-term care metrics. Contributes to Morbidity and Mortality (M&M) conferences and case reviews as appropriate. Patient Population Adult patients who are post–kidney transplant Adult patients undergoing pre-evaluation for kidney transplantation Qualifications – Required Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program - Active, unrestricted APP license in the state of practice - National certification (AANP/ANCC for NP or NCCPA for PA) Eligibility for DEA licensure Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills Qualifications – Preferred Prior experience in nephrology or transplant medicine Experience in inpatient hospital medicine or specialty care Experience working within a multidisciplinary team Core Competencies Patient-centered care approach Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail Ability to manage complex medical conditions Excellent communication and collaboration skills Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous learning Work Environment Combination of inpatient hospital and outpatient clinic settings. The role requires prolonged standing, walking, and use of electronic medical systems. Typical healthcare environment exposure risks apply.
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Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
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Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Adoption Assistance
Educational Assistance Program
Retirement Plans With Employer Match
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