Career Pathways into Nephrology Nursing: A How-to Guide.

The journey toward a fulfilling career in nephrology nursing is one of both profound challenge and immense reward. It requires skill, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to patient care. This article adapts Career Pathways into Nephrology Nursing into a guide for schools of nursing, health systems, and dialysis and transplant units. Integrating current evidence-based practices, it proposes a competency-based framework applying from pre-licensure through advanced practice and leadership, defining phased-in strategies for adoption without mandates, and suggesting an evaluation and research agenda. The goal is for the book to serve not only as a resource and reference, but also as a lever for workforce development, retention, and equitable kidney care delivery.