RN Internship Opportunities

Registered Nurse
Internship Opportunities

Clinical Observation
(Student Internship)

One day student rotation. Designed for nursing students in any year of undergraduate learning, you'll rotate at a DaVita dialysis clinic for one day while shadowing an RN. You'll observe what it's like to treat patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD).

Clinical Nurse Internship
(Student Internship)

4-6 week clinical rotation at a DaVita dialysis clinic until your required clinical hours are completed. You'll participate in hands-on approved activities, as well as shadow an RN and other clinical staff, learning first-hand what it's like to treat patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD).

Transition to Practice
(Post Graduate Program)

New nurses with under 12 months of experience can join this program to develop clinical and leadership skills. This program bridges the gap between theory and practice while supporting a safer, more positive environment for patients and teammates. This will help new nurses have increased confidence.

Why DaVita?

Clinical Experience

Supportive Learning Environment

Career Development Opportunities

Direct patient care

Caring Culture

Over 2,500+ Locations

What's the Onboarding Process Like?

What to Expect During Your Onboarding with DaVita:

1. School Submits Request

Your school submits a placement request on your behalf.

2. Placement Confirmed

DaVita assigns you to a clinic location.

3. Complete Onboarding

You'll complete a background check, drug screening and required paperwork.

4. Connect with
Clinic

You and the Facility Administrator coordinate yourstart date.

5. Begin Internship Rotations

Complete the required clinical hours for your program.

6. Internship Completed

Stay connected, your journey with DaVita might just be getting started!

See What It's Like to Be an RN at DaVita

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What is Career Growth Like for an RN?

Clinical Ladders is a career-mapping model that puts our frontline teammates in the driver's seat of their careers. Our Clinical Ladders framework provides clarity on what it takes for teammates to progress in their role and links career progression to compensation in a way that is consistent with our pay-for-performance philosophy. All Patient Care Technicians, Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurses, Registered Nurses, Care Coordinators, Field Managers, Social Workers, Registered Dietitians, Biomed Services Specialists and Administrative Assistants have adopted Clinical Ladders.

Nursing That Fits Your Lifestyle

There are a lot of choices for how you can focus your career at DaVita, with career path options that fit different lifestyles:

Home Dialysis

Some dialysis patients don't get hemodialysis in a center but perform peritoneal dialysis (PD) or hemodialysis at home. These patients also rely on nephrology nurses to plan, coordinate and oversee their care. Many of the responsibilities of the PD and home hemodialysis (HHD) nurse are the same as in-center hemodialysis nurse, but there are some differences.

PD and HHD nurses have excellent teaching skills. They teach their patients how to perform their own treatments at home and give them the knowledge to know what to do if any complications occur during their treatment.

In-Center Hemodialysis

A hemodialysis nurse is responsible for assessing the needs of each patient and providing appropriate care to meet those needs.

From monitoring each patient’s vital signs and response to treatment—to providing post-dialysis care and everything in between, the dialysis nurse plays a crucial role in managing the complex and multifaceted care of patients with kidney disease.

Hospital Services Group

When dialysis patients are admitted to the hospital, DaVita Hospital Services Group (HSG) Registered Nurses, are there to provide their dialysis treatments that they need. Being a registered nurse in the hospital setting is different—DaVita HSG registered nurses work autonomously but are interconnected, supported and work together as a team.

DaVita Integrated Kidney Care (IKC)

DaVita IKC provides comprehensive chronic kidney disease care and complex chronic condition management for DaVita dialysis patients.

DaVita IKC works as an extension of our in-center care teams, working together in active collaboration to provide holistic patient care. This includes supporting patients through the kidney disease process, as well as comorbid condition management such as diabetes, cardiac disease, hypertension and mental health and well-being assistance.

Skilled Nursing Facility

Nephrology nurses work wherever patients require dialysis treatment—this can include a skilled nursing facility. We typically use a den model—hemodialysis is delivered by our dedicated care team at approximately six stations in a common room of the Skilled Nursing Facility. Patients receive the same high-quality therapy as they received in outpatient centers at their place of residence.

Other Opportunities

Our DaVita teammates help care for patients at every stage and setting along their kidney health journey—from slowing the progression of kidney disease to helping to support transplantation.

Your next opportunity may be a pediatric dialysis nurse or even a regional/divisional lead. It could even be in a leadership role as a clinical coordinator, clinical nurse manager or facility administrator.

"I loved being part of the Transition to Practice program. It supported me in my nursing journey by deepening my understanding of how to care for dialysis patients. The program also helped build my confidence in communicating with physicians, patients, and clinic staff, and gave me a clearer understanding of how each team member contributes to the dialysis care process."

Lisa

DaVita Registered Nurse

"I came to DaVita for the growth and development opportunities, I stay for the community that I've met along the way."

Cody

DaVita Registered Nurse

"As a nursing student currently interning with DaVita, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to work alongside an interdisciplinary team and gain valuable insight into nephrology nursing. My favorite part has been collaborating with the team. Each of us plays a vital role in ensuring our patients receive the highest quality of care."

Lanier

DaVita Student Nurse

A Community First. A Company Second.

Benefits offered for DaVita teammates:

Extensive benefits including tuition reimbursement, 401k, medical, pet insurance and more!

Predictable shifts, paid-time off, paid holidays and a career that fits your lifestyle.

A culture that values your
health and well-being.

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