Advanced Practice Provider, NP/PA/CNS – Outpatient Kidney Medicine, Spanish Proficiency Welcomed

Cleveland Clinic

. Evaluate, diagnose, and manage adult patients with hypertension, chronic kidney disease, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeAvon • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and managing patients with hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and related disorders, while providing high-quality kidney care in outpatient settings. Proficient in advanced assessment, diagnosis, and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

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Nationally Certified Advanced Practice ProviderAdvanced Assessment and DiagnosisElectronic Medical Record ProficiencyBLS CertificationCritical Thinking Skills

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Hard Skills

Patient EvaluationTreatment PlanningMedication PrescriptionLaboratory Test InterpretationPhysical ExaminationSpecialized ProceduresPatient EducationData Collection and AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceClinical Experience

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationAnalytical SkillsDecision-Making SkillsAbility to Work Independently

Certifications & Qualifications

APRN CertificationNurse Practitioner LicenseClinical Nurse Specialist LicensePhysician Assistant CertificationDEA LicenseACLS CertificationPALS CertificationNRP CertificationATLS Certification

Industry Keywords

HypertensionChronic Kidney DiseaseOutpatient CareHemodialysisMultidisciplinary TeamEvidence-Based PracticesPatient OutcomesContinuity of CareHealthcare RegulationsPatient Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate, diagnose, and manage adult patients with hypertension, chronic kidney disease, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders
Provide care across the West Region in outpatient clinics and outpatient hemodialysis settings
Work collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality kidney care
Conduct medical histories and complete physical examinations where indicated
Initiate and interpret laboratory, radiology, cardiographic, and other diagnostic tests as credentialed and privileged
Establish working diagnoses and treatment plans
Perform routine and specialized procedures as credentialed and privileged
Prescribe and monitor medications as permitted by licensure, state boards, and Cleveland Clinic policies
Educate patients about diseases, treatments, medications, side effects, and hazards
Participate in medical team rounds and coordinate with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members
Refer patients to specialists and specialized health resources as appropriate
Serve as a liaison to ensure continuity of care across multidisciplinary and specialty teams
Review records and treatment plans to monitor quality and patient outcomes
Facilitate appropriate length of stay, discharge planning, and regulatory compliance for inpatient management
Support professional development of the healthcare team
Promote translation of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research
May conduct research studies and assist with data collection and analysis
May precept students and onboard new caregivers
Occasional early evening dialysis rounding may be required
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Nationally certified Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA/CNS)
APRN: Graduate of an accredited APRN program
APRN: MSN required upon hire or within 3 years of hire for applicable external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role
PA: Graduate of an A.R.C.-approved Physician Assistant Program
PA: Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies and/or higher degree obtained from a program recognized by the practicing state’s Licensing Board
NP: Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in applicable state(s)
NP: Must be licensed as an RN in applicable state(s)
NP: National certification as a Nurse Practitioner by a nationally accredited organization recognized by the State Board of Nursing
CNS: Currently licensed as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in applicable state(s)
CNS: Must be licensed as an RN in applicable state(s)
CNS: National certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist by a nationally accredited organization recognized by the State Board of Nursing
PA: Certification as a Physician Assistant through the NCCPA or successor organization recognized by the practicing state’s Licensing Board
PA: License to practice and prescribe issued by the practicing state’s Licensing Board
PA: Current DEA License or DEA designee as required by NCQA
Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) required
ACLS, PALS, NRP, or ATLS may be required based upon work setting
NP/CNS: Arrangements with at least one physician in accordance with applicable State Board of Nursing requirements
PA: Physician Supervision Agreement and signed addendum required
Credentialing and privileges through the Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body of applicable hospitals
Oral and written communication in English
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Demonstrated competency in advanced assessment and diagnosis
Demonstrated ability to use the electronic medical record
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
Related clinical experience preferred
Ability to walk and stand for long periods
Manual and finger dexterity and eye/hand coordination for physical examinations
Corrected vision and hearing within normal range
Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
May require exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids
Must follow standard precautions and use required personal protective equipment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Annual influenza vaccination program or approved exemption
Drug-free workplace with post-offer controlled-substance testing