Nephrology Physician Assistant (APP)

Quick Facts

• Role: Nephrology Physician Assistant / Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

• Setting: Post-acute and skilled nursing care

• Schedule: Full-time (5 days/week)

• Compensation: Up to $180k annually; bonus potential

• Locations: Delray Beach and Boca Raton, Florida (multiple facilities)

Description

Provide comprehensive nephrology care to patients in post-acute care settings, working closely with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams. Assess, diagnose, and manage acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease, develop individualized treatment plans, and adjust care based on patient progress. Maintain timely EMR documentation and support initiatives to reduce hospitalizations and return-to-hospital (RTH) events.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments for acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage AKI and CKD in post-acute settings

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams

• Educate patients, families, and facility staff on kidney conditions, renal treatment plans, prevention, medication management, and continuity of care

• Monitor progress and adjust care plans as needed

• Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation

• Support initiatives to reduce hospitalizations and RTH events

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted state Nurse Practitioner license or Active PA license and NCCPA certification

• Master’s Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program

• CPR BCLS/BLS certified

• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills

• Ability to work independently in a clinical environment

• Nephrology experience preferred

• Post-acute care experience preferred

Benefits

• Competitive compensation (up to $180k) and bonus potential

• Census planning support to optimize daily workload and maintain consistent volume

• AI-assisted documentation via MoxieLink

• Paid onboarding, training, and orientation period

• Professional liability (malpractice) insurance coverage

• Ongoing education, mentorship, and professional development

• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment

• 1099 contract