• Minimum three (3) years dedicated nephrology nursing experience within last five (5) years (chronic kidney disease, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis, and/or renal transplant).

• Bachelors degree in nursing four (4) years of experience in a directly related field working with renal patients.

• This job requires credentials from multiple states. Credentials from the primary work state are required at hire. Additional Credentials from the secondary work state(s) are required post hire.

• Registered Nurse License (Oregon) within 6 months of hire

• Registered Nurse License (Washington) within 6 months of hire

• Basic Life Support

• Nephrology Certification (Certified Nephrology Nurse or Certified Dialysis Nurse) upon hire, within 12 months of hire, or upon eligibility.


• Excellent written/verbal communications; interpersonal skills.


• Demonstrated ability to work with multi-disciplinary team within complex organizational structure.


• Able to work independently in an unstructured environment with minimal supervision.


• Computer proficiency (preferably in Microsoft Windows environment) to effectively communicate, gather data, and generate reports.


• Willingness to learn computerized information systems.


• Ability to present reports/presentations verbally in a public setting (public speaking).


• Excellent customer-focused service skills.


• Experience providing patient education and / or training.


• Knowledge of adult learning theories and models.


• Will be required to travel to service areas throughout the Region.


• Must have reliable transportation.


• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Experience in delegation of patients care or case management in a managed care environment.


• Experience in database management.


• Experience with adult education.


• Experience in conducting telephone assessment of patients.


• Coordination of patient care within a managed care system.


• Demonstrates clinical nursing and leadership skills.


• Knowledge of the care needs of patients with chronic conditions including diabetes mellitus, hypertension and chronic kidney disease.


• Demonstrated ability to coach and lead others.


• Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships.


• Demonstrated knowledge of pertinent regulatory, accrediting and advisory body requirements, including but not limited to county, federal and state regulations.


• Ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities and managing a wide range of projects.


• Strong facilitation skills.


• Must be able to work in a Labor and Management partnership environment.


• Membership and participation in professional nursing organizations relevant to role.


• Knowledge of five stages of chronic kidney disease.


• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Demonstrated ability to work within teams and within a dynamic work environment.


• Demonstrated customer-focused service skills.


• Leadership and/or case management experience.


• Knowledge of case management principles.

Notes:

• Role requires travel to dialysis units, MOBs, and alternate office locations.