Dialysis Patient Educator

U.S. Renal Care seeks a Dialysis Kidney Care Options Educator to guide patients and families through understanding kidney disease and dialysis choices. In this patient-first role, you will deliver individualized and group education on in-center and home therapies, support shared decision-making, and coordinate closely with nephrologists, nurses, social workers, and dietitians. You will assess learning needs, simplify complex information, and document education plans while upholding clinical excellence and regulatory standards. Join a compassionate, mission-driven team with opportunities to grow across clinical and operational career paths nationwide. Educate patients and families on dialysis modalities, kidney disease, and treatment options in a clear, compassionate manner Conduct one-on-one and small group education sessions in clinics, hospitals, and community settings Collaborate with nephrologists, nurses, social workers, and dietitians to develop individualized education plans Assess patient learning needs, readiness, and health literacy to tailor teaching methods and materials Document education encounters, patient understanding, and preferences in the electronic medical record Support patients in shared decision-making about in-center, home hemodialysis, and peritoneal dialysis options Coordinate follow-up education, referrals, and transitions between care settings Maintain current knowledge of dialysis therapies, guidelines, and patient education best practices Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and privacy standards (CMS, HIPAA) Participate in quality improvement, outreach, and staff training related to kidney care education Patient education on kidney disease and dialysis modalities Clinical knowledge of chronic kidney disease and ESRD Understanding of in-center and home hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis Care coordination and interdisciplinary teamwork Health literacy assessment and teach-back methods Motivational interviewing and counseling skills Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation Knowledge of CMS and ESRD regulatory requirements Presentation and group facilitation skills Cultural competency and communication with diverse populations Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Active RN license or allied health license (e.g., RD, LCSW) preferred depending on local role requirements Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN) or Certified Dialysis Nurse (CDN) preferred CPR/BLS certification required or obtained upon hire Experience with or training in patient education, health coaching, or motivational interviewing preferred Familiarity with CMS dialysis regulations and ESRD Conditions for Coverage a plus