Nurse Practitioner Nephrology
Nurse Practitioner – Nephrology
Fall River Nephrology | Panoramic Health
Location: Fall River, MA
Compensation: $120,000 - $145,000 annually, depending on experience, plus comprehensive benefits including annual bonus opportunities.
Fall River Nephrology, a member of the Panoramic Health network, is seeking a compassionate and motivated Nurse Practitioner to join our growing nephrology team. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced nephrologists while caring for patients across outpatient clinics, dialysis centers, and hospital settings.
Whether you are an experienced provider or looking to transition into a specialized field, you will be supported by a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional kidney care throughout southeastern Massachusetts.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation package
- Collaborative and physician-supported practice environment
- Diverse clinical experience across clinic, dialysis, and hospital settings
- Opportunity to develop expertise in nephrology and chronic disease management
- Meaningful relationships with a complex and rewarding patient population
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- CME allowance and professional development support
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Retirement savings plan with company match
Position Summary
The Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive care to patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), end-stage renal disease (ESRD), hypertension, and related conditions. The provider will collaborate closely with nephrologists, dialysis teams, hospital staff, and community providers to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities
Outpatient Nephrology Clinic
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with chronic kidney disease and related disorders
- Develop individualized treatment plans focused on preserving kidney function and improving outcomes
- Monitor laboratory studies, diagnostic testing, and medication therapies
- Educate patients and families regarding disease management and treatment options
- Coordinate referrals, follow-up care, and specialty consultations as needed
Dialysis Care
- Manage hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis patients in accordance with established clinical guidelines
- Assess and treat complications related to ESRD, including anemia, hypertension, mineral bone disease, electrolyte disorders, and vascular access concerns
- Conduct routine dialysis rounding and monitor patient progress
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to optimize treatment plans
- Support patients and families through treatment decisions and ongoing education
Hospital Responsibilities
- Perform patient evaluations, histories, and physical examinations
- Participate in inpatient nephrology management and care coordination
- Assist with admissions, discharge planning, and transitions of care
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
Qualifications
Required
- Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Current Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner license or eligibility for licensure
- Current DEA registration or ability to obtain
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and patient management skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Preferred
- Experience in nephrology, dialysis, internal medicine, hospital medicine, primary care, or chronic disease management
- Familiarity with electronic medical records
- Passion for caring for patients with complex chronic conditions