Nephrology Nursing – RN

The Nephrology Nursing – RN certificate program is designed for registered nurses (RNs) employed in and/or seeking to advance their practice in nephrology nursing. Students will learn nephrology nursing assessment and evidence-based nursing interventions, as well as how to develop collaborative and consultative partnerships with nephrology clients, their support systems and other health-care practitioners. Practice specialties include care of the clients with advanced kidney disease, renal transplantation, peritoneal dialysis, hemodialysis as well as end-of-life planning and pharmacology.  Students will also develop high-level critical thinking, care planning, leadership and professional practice skills.

This certificate is based on the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) competencies for nephrology nurses and completion of the certificate academically prepares students for the Nephrology Certification Exam.

Please note that the courses in this certificate need to be taken in a specific order.  Check that you have obtained the necessary pre-requisite prior to registering for a course.  Learners without the necessary pre-requisites will be removed from courses and charged the administrative fee.

Admission Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN)

Compulsory Courses

• Nephrology Nursing – Renal Disorders and Kidney Disease Management
• Nephrology Nursing – Peritoneal Dialysis, Advance Care Planning and Complimentary Therapies
• Nephrology Nursing – Hemodialysis and nursing care of the renal transplant patient
• Nephrology Nursing – Critical and urgent care practices for the Registered Nurse
• Nephrology Nursing – Clinical Practicum for the RN
• Patient Assessment – Post Graduate