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- Dialysis
- Peritoneal Equilibration Test (PET)
- Kinetic Modeling (PD and HD)
- Vascular Access Evaluation
- Ultrasound
- Venography
- Transplantation
- Ultrasound
- Nuclear Medicine Scan
- Biopsy
- Nephrologist/transplant physicians, transplant surgeons, transplant coordinators and dialysis staff available 24-hours/day, 7-days/week.
- Pharmacokinetic modeling of immunosuppressive medications to optimize patient dosing.
- Opportunity for patients to participate in research protocols designed to evaluate new therapies for dialysis and transplantation.
We also provide special services, including:
- Home visits. For families who choose to conduct their child’s dialysis at home, specialized training of family members will be provided. A nurse and social worker will make a home visit to prepare for the home therapy.
- School visits. Our staff will visit school teachers or school nurses, if requested, to assure that medications are given properly and that all school issues are addressed.
- Yearly patient/family conference (dialysis only). In addition to regular clinic visits, an annual meeting is conducted where patients and parents can meet with their doctor, nurse, social worker and transplant coordinator to review their child’s care plan and establish new goals for the year.
- Camp Chimer. We sponsor a nationally recognized 5-day summer camp organized for dialysis and kidney transplant patients between the ages of 9-17 years. This unique program provides an opportunity for patients with end-stage renal disease to enjoy an overnight camping experience with children from across the country.
- Kidney Care Day. Each year, we offer an educational day for our patients and families designed to provide new medical information, review clinical procedures and meet other patients and families.
Our staff includes:
Each child's care is provided by a team of pediatric professionals to fit the child and his or her family's needs. Team members include nephrologists (medical doctors), transplant surgeons, nurses, a social worker, dieticians, psychologists and child life specialists.
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Job Title |
# of Staff |
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Nurse Manager |
1 |
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Charge Nurse |
Rotates among staff. |
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Staff Nurse |
6 |
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Dialysis Technicians |
2 |
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Administrative Assistant |
1 |
Our physicians are supportive of our Staff Nurses, both in terms of publishing and meeting career goals.
Each Staff Nurse is assigned a caseload that they follow until final discharge, managing care in collaboration with physicians.
Each Staff Nurse is assigned up to 8 patients.
Our typical hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Weekend option positions are also available.
Orientees are assigned a preceptor throughout the 3-month orientation process. The orientee’s time is split between theoretical class work and clinical training. Orientees are given a few responsibilities gradually, while being observed by a preceptor.
Dialysis maintains a learning atmosphere, promoting research and continuing education to increase the quality of our staff.
Training during orientation includes:
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Hemodialysis
- Continual Renal Replacement Therapies
- Acute Neonatal and ICU patients.
Staff Nurses receive ongoing training throughout their career, including:
- annual competencies involving inpatient and outpatient procedures
- department-specific competencies
Paid training is available to become a preceptor, improve leadership skills, PALS certification and more!
We hire Graduate Nurses. Graduate Nurses work with a preceptor for 6 months before working independently. Refer to Orientation and Ongoing Training Opportunities for additional details.
Graduate Nurses advance to Staff Nurses after passing their state boards and successfully completing orientation.
Click the Job Opportunities link above to view any current job opportunities!
