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What is Kidney Smart and what does a Kidney Smart educator do?

Kidney Smart is an educational program designed to help individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD) better understand their condition and learn how to manage it. A Kidney Smart educator is typically a healthcare professional, such as a nurse or dietitian, who leads classes and provides information on kidney health, treatment options, diet, and lifestyle changes. Their goal is to empower patients to make informed decisions about their care and improve their quality of life.

What are some common challenges faced by Kidney Smart educators when engaging patients in educational sessions?

Kidney Smart Educators often encounter challenges such as varying levels of health literacy among patients, language barriers, and patient anxiety about chronic kidney disease. Building trust and delivering complex medical information in an understandable and culturally sensitive manner is essential. Educators typically collaborate closely with nurses, dietitians, and social workers to ensure a holistic approach, and ongoing professional development is encouraged to stay current with best practices in patient education.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Kidney Care Educator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Kidney Care Educator, you need a background in nursing or allied health, strong knowledge of kidney disease, and relevant licensure or certification. Familiarity with educational materials, patient management software, and compliance with healthcare regulations is typically required. Excellent communication, empathy, and the ability to motivate and educate patients are standout soft skills in this position. These skills are crucial for empowering patients to manage their kidney health effectively and ensuring they receive accurate, compassionate support.

What is the difference between Kidney Smart vs Nephrology Nurse?

AspectKidney SmartNephrology Nurse
Required CredentialsCertification in kidney health education or patient supportRN license, nephrology certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentCommunity health programs, patient education settingsHospitals, clinics, nephrology departments
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, wellness organizationsHospitals, specialized nephrology clinics
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Kidney Smart focuses on patient education and support related to kidney health, often in community settings. Nephrology Nurses provide direct clinical care, monitoring, and treatment for kidney patients in medical facilities. While both roles involve kidney health, Kidney Smart emphasizes education, whereas Nephrology Nurses deliver hands-on patient care.

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Infographic showing various Kidney Smart job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Redwoods Resident

DaVita, Inc.

Denver, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


DaVita rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 1,173 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

416th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Posting Date
2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States of America
DaVita Redwoods Leadership Development Program, Resident (Full-Time)
**NOTE** Please specify in your Why DaVita statement your top 3 geographies.
DAVITA LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
REDWOODS RESIDENT (FULL-TIME) JOB DESCRIPTION:
The DaVita Redwoods Resident Program is a yearlong, immersive experience designed to equip you with business and operational cornerstones. Those skills are what make DaVita a leading healthcare provider. Through a practicum in one of our clinics, you will be given real opportunities to lead and own your business, manage a $2-4 million P&L, develop a culture, drive clinical results, and discover your own leadership potential. Three formal mentors, one VP supervisor, several subject experts and an executive coach, help drive feedback and support continued growth throughout the program. An incredible cohort of smart, ambitious, meaning-driven Residents will push you beyond what you thought possible. At the end of a successful program, you will transition to a full-time role as a field operator or corporate leader (i.e., integrated care strategy, corporate strategy, business development, patient experience, and others).
In addition to mentorship, executive exposure and skill-building workshops with your cohort, the curriculum includes:
  • Leadership Experience
    • Discover your leadership style as you take responsibility for a team of 15 and potentially up to 300 in your first year on the job.
    • Hone your emotional intelligence through cohort workshops and trainings
  • P&L Ownership
    • Own and operate a $2-4 million P&L within 4 months through a leadership practicum as a clinic manager. Drive the results of your business and be accountable to the goals you set.
  • Executive Coaching & Mentorship
    • Develop your skills as a world class leader through feedback and coaching from senior leaders, executive and peer mentors, and an executive coach.
    • Opportunity to receive 360 degree feedback
  • Cohort Experience
    • Join a cohort of 25-30 recent MBA graduates. Build your network and learn together as you embark on the Resident Program year.

Full-time opportunities available across the United States. To learn more about career paths and hear from previous Redwoods Residents, visit www.davita.com/redwoods.
Ideal Qualifications:
  • Outstanding leadership skills and a track record of results
  • Excellent teamwork abilities and emotional intelligence
  • Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable with high levels of ambiguity
  • Strong analytical competencies, and the effective utilization of AI tools
  • Ability to analyze short- and long-term needs
  • Demonstrates high impact communication skills
  • Passion for DaVita's mission and values
  • Permanent work authorization required

Interview Process:
  • First round interviews include two interviews (one strategy case and one behavioral)
  • Second round interviews include two interviews (one situational case and one behavioral)
  • Third round interviews include one interview (one behavioral with the leaders in your preferred geographic region)

WHEN APPLYING, PLEASE SUBMIT A "Why DaVita" STATEMENT IN LIEU OF A TRADITIONAL COVER LETTER:
At DaVita, our mission and values are more than just a slogan on the wall; they're integral parts of our workplace. DaVita is a community first and company second and is committed to the unwavering pursuit of a healthier tomorrow. In 300 words or less, share your "Why DaVita?" statement and why you'd like to be a part of the Redwoods Leadership Development Program. Please be sure to include your name and your top 3 preferred geographies on the "Why DaVita" statement.
COMPANY BACKGROUND:
About DaVita
DaVita is a health care provider focused on transforming care delivery to improve quality of life for patients globally. As one of the largest providers of kidney care services in the U.S., DaVita has been a leader in clinical quality and innovation for 25 years. DaVita cares for patients at every stage and setting along their kidney health journey-from slowing the progression of kidney disease to helping to support transplantation, from acute hospital care to dialysis at home. DaVita serves over 250,000 patients at more than 3,000 outpatient dialysis centers in the United States and 13 other countries.
"We strive to be the Employer of Choice for all teammates and work hard to cultivate an environment where all teammates can thrive and feel a true sense of fulfillment, connection and belonging. We have a strong history of cultivating a distinct environment that supports our teammates both personally and professionally." - Javier Rodriguez, CEO for DaVita, in a profile with The Denver Post to honor DaVita's recognition as a Top Workplace
DaVita's framework to remain a differentiated employer of choice is three-fold: Provide, Thrive, and Give Life.
  • Provide: DaVita supports teammates through competitive benefits and well-rounded resources to help with emotional, mental and physical health
  • Thrive: DaVita supports teammates in their career aspirations and helps them to feel a sense of belonging within the broader DaVita community
  • Give Life: DaVita believes that teammates enhance their own sense of fulfillment through the impact they have in helping to give life to our patients

To learn more about DaVita's benefits, visit careers.davita.com/benefits.
The principle of caring is at the heart of DaVita's vision: an unwavering pursuit of a healthier tomorrow and underpins its long-standing commitment to corporate citizenship.
To learn more about DaVita's impact on the community, visit davitacommunitycare.com.
Salary Information
Redwoods Resident: $140,000 - $160,000
Note: Starting pay will be commensurate with qualifications & experience
Bonus Eligible: Yes
What We'll Provide:
More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.
Comprehensive benefits:
  • Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
  • Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

Professional development programs:
  • DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform StarLearning.

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
The Salary Range for the role is $115,000.00 - $183,000.00 per year.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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About DaVita

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DaVita is a healthcare company that provides compassionate, quality healthcare. The company’s mission is to be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice. DaVita serves more than 200,000 dialysis patients in 10 countries outside the U.S. and has over 55,000 teammates in the U.S. Since 2011, DaVita teammates have donated $11 million to local nonprofits and have volunteered over 180,000 hours since 2006. DaVita has been on Fortune’s list of the world’s most admired companies for 15 years in a row.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Denver, CO, US

Year founded

1994