Nurse Practitioner - Nephrology

Build your nephrology career in a supportive, collaborative environment that values work-life balance. Rockford Nephrology Associates (RNA) is seeking a motivated, compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our growing nephrology team. This role offers the opportunity to care for patients across office, hospital, and dialysis settings while working alongside an experienced nephrology team—with no weekends and no call.

Why Join RNA?

• Excellent work-life balance: No weekends and no call responsibilities.
• Varied clinical practice: Weekly rotations across outpatient office, hospital, and dialysis settings.
• Strong physician collaboration: Work alongside an established nephrology team with support throughout your transition into the specialty.
• Professional growth: Gain comprehensive exposure to kidney disease, dialysis, inpatient nephrology, and chronic disease management.
• Growing practice: Join a team where your contributions can make an immediate impact.
• Regional support: Occasional cross-coverage in the Rochelle and Sycamore areas during provider vacations.

Responsibilities

Outpatient Nephrology

• Evaluate and manage patients with chronic kidney disease and related conditions.
• Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies.
• Manage medications and coordinate referrals and consultations.
• Educate patients on kidney health, disease management, treatment options, and prevention.
• Help patients take an active role in their long-term health.

Dialysis Care

• Evaluate and manage patients receiving hemodialysis and/or peritoneal dialysis.
• Monitor and address common complications of ESRD, including anemia, hypertension, fluid and electrolyte abnormalities, bone and mineral disorders, and vascular access concerns.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and adjust plans of care in collaboration with the nephrology team.
• Coordinate care between the dialysis center, outpatient clinic, hospital, and other healthcare providers.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families.

Hospital/Inpatient Care

• Perform patient assessments and histories and participate in inpatient nephrology management.
• Manage acute and chronic kidney-related conditions.
• Develop and monitor treatment plans.
• Participate in discharge planning and coordinate appropriate follow-up.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and expectations.
• Ensure continuity of care following hospitalization.

Pay

Starting salary: $130,000+, negotiable based on experience.

Benefits

• $1,500 annual CME allowance
• 40 hours of CME time
• Generous accrued PTO
• 40 hours of Illinois paid leave
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• No weekends
• No call

Requirements

• Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Illinois NP license and national board certification
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment-planning skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care

Nephrology, dialysis, hospital medicine, or other relevant clinical experience is preferred, but motivated NPs interested in developing nephrology expertise are encouraged to apply.

About Rockford Nephrology Associates

Rockford Nephrology Associates is a growing nephrology practice committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive kidney care to patients throughout the region. Our team combines clinical expertise with a collaborative approach to deliver exceptional patient care.