Nurse Practitioner

Description Nurse Practitioner – Commonwealth Kidney Doctors Location

Multiple Offices in the Greater Richmond Area

About Us Commonwealth Kidney Doctors is a physician-led nephrology practice dedicated to providing exceptional kidney care to patients throughout the greater Richmond area. Our board-certified nephrologists and advanced practice providers work collaboratively to support patients with chronic kidney disease, dialysis, hypertension, and related conditions.

Position Overview We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team in a position that may be part-time or full-time, depending on the candidate. This role will provide a balanced mix of care in both our dialysis units and office settings, with responsibilities split relatively evenly between the two. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, compassionate professional who values collaboration, continuity of care, and patient education.

Responsibilities

· Provide direct patient care in assigned dialysis units, including routine rounds, assessments, and follow-up visits. · Conduct scheduled outpatient office visits across multiple practice locations according to a four-week rotational schedule. · Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations; assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions. · Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians. · Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory results. · Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions in accordance with state licensure and collaborative practice agreements. · Document all patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR). · Coordinate care with nephrologists, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. · Educate patients and families on disease processes, treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle modifications. · Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and organizational policies and procedures.

Requirements

· Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. · Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the applicable state. · National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP). · DEA registration and prescriptive authority, or eligibility to obtain. · Prior experience in nephrology, dialysis, internal medicine, or primary care preferred. · Proficiency with electronic medical record systems. · Strong organizational, communication, and clinical assessment skills.