Full-Time

Kidney Smart Educator

Posted on 9/16/2024

DaVita

DaVita

10,001+ employees

Provides comprehensive kidney care services

Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$18.5 - $36.3Hourly

+ 401k Match + Healthcare Coverage

Junior, Mid

New York, NY, USA

Position covers clinics in Queens and Long Island boroughs.

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Requirements
  • Clinical experience (kidney care preferred)
  • Educators must be certified and/or licensed healthcare professionals and must be able to present proof of license or certification upon onboarding as an educator.
Responsibilities
  • Engage the community with focus on key actions toward improved health outcomes for CKD participants through a classroom environment
  • Explain complex health concepts for participants in an easy-to-understand manner, using the most recently approved versions of the Kidney Smart curriculum(curriculum and educator guide)
  • Skilled in working with a wide variety of participants who may be challenged in hearing, sight, and mobility
  • Keep the Kidney Smart Program safe by following all Kidney Smart Program Requirements as indicated in the compliance policy and Educator Resource Manual
  • Skilled in reviewing, educating and answering questions on all modality options for dialysis including, transplant, hemodialysis, PD and HHD

DaVita provides specialized kidney care services for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). The company operates a network of dialysis centers where patients receive treatment, along with offering educational resources and dietary guidance to help manage their kidney health. DaVita's approach is centered around value-based care, which means they focus on improving patient outcomes while also aiming to reduce healthcare costs. Unlike many competitors, DaVita emphasizes a patient-centric model that uses clinical metrics to track treatment effectiveness. The goal of DaVita is to transform kidney care by providing holistic and equitable services, ultimately fostering a supportive healthcare community.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

1979

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Telehealth expansion can improve patient access to DaVita's kidney care services.
  • AI integration can enhance DaVita's clinical metrics and patient care strategies.
  • Partnerships with tech firms can create advanced tools for kidney health management.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competition from biotech firms like eGenesis threatens DaVita's dialysis model.
  • Legal issues, such as the $34 million settlement, pose financial and reputational risks.
  • Leadership changes may lead to strategic shifts affecting operations and employee morale.

What makes DaVita unique

  • DaVita specializes in comprehensive kidney care services for CKD and ESRD patients.
  • The company offers integrated care programs to improve patient outcomes and reduce costs.
  • DaVita provides educational resources like Kidney Smart classes for proactive kidney health management.

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