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The pediatric nephrology nurse as clinical care coordinator

R Frank1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Schneider Children's Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY, USA.

ANNA Journal
|June 1, 1997
PubMed

Insights

Pediatric nephrology nurses manage diverse kidney conditions in children, from mild proteinuria to infant chronic renal failure. Their specialized skills can serve as a model for clinical care coordinators.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nephrology
  • Nursing Care Coordination

Background:

  • Pediatric nephrology encompasses a broad spectrum of renal conditions, ranging from benign diagnoses like orthostatic proteinuria and thin basement nephropathy to severe cases such as chronic renal failure in infants.
  • Effective management requires a comprehensive approach that considers the entire family unit.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the specialized training and varied responsibilities of nurses within pediatric nephrology.
  • To propose the pediatric nephrology nurse's role as a prototype for an independent clinical care coordinator.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the scope of practice and training requirements for pediatric nephrology nurses.
  • Analysis of patient populations and conditions managed within pediatric nephrology.

Main Results:

  • Pediatric nephrology nurses are equipped to handle a wide range of renal conditions in pediatric patients.
  • The described nursing role demonstrates a high level of specialized expertise and patient-centered care.

Conclusions:

  • The specialized training and comprehensive care provided by pediatric nephrology nurses highlight their potential to lead as independent clinical care coordinators.
  • This model can be adapted to improve care coordination across various pediatric specialties.

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