{"title":"Experiences of Individuals with Chronic Kidney Disease Who Participated in Shared Decision-Making Regarding Choice of Dialysis Modality.","authors":"Lincy Jojan","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The study investigated the decision-making process of patients with end stage kidney disease in choosing a dialysis modality. It used a mixed-methods approach to assess individual characteristics impacting decision-making in shared decision-making. Data collection involved an online survey. The study revealed that participation in shared decision-making was notably higher when patients had provider support. Those opting for peritoneal dialysis experienced lower decisional conflict compared to those opting for conservative care, hemodialysis, and transplants. Findings indicated that active participation in shared decision-making is associated with decreased decisional conflict. Moreover, higher decision self-efficacy correlated with decreased decisional conflict and contributed to predicting satisfaction with the decision. A strong rapport between patients and clinicians and patients engaging in shared decision-making with their health care provider could enhance satisfaction with the decision.</p>","PeriodicalId":54363,"journal":{"name":"Nephrology Nursing Journal","volume":"53 2","pages":"157-174"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148165592","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Glenda Robertson, Lisa Hornborg, Michael Trazi, Leslie Linderleaf, Megan Mohr, Katrina Rosenthal, Dan Laicha
{"title":"Retaining Confidence and Competence: Utilizing the American Nephrology Nurses Association's Competencies for Newly Graduated Nephrology Nurses.","authors":"Glenda Robertson, Lisa Hornborg, Michael Trazi, Leslie Linderleaf, Megan Mohr, Katrina Rosenthal, Dan Laicha","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The transition from academic study to professional practice can be challenging for newly graduated nurses who have less than 12 months of experience. Newly graduated nephrology nurses need opportunities to build competence and confidence to provide quality and safe nephrology nursing care. A team of nursing educators and instructional designers integrated competency statements from the American Nephrology Nurses Association's <i>Nephrology Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice</i> (9th ed.) into a nurse residency program, which positively impacted competency obtainment, role confidence, and retention data for this population of nephrology nurses.</p>","PeriodicalId":54363,"journal":{"name":"Nephrology Nursing Journal","volume":"53 2","pages":"153-155"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148165569","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Normalization of Deviance: What's Normal in Your Organization?","authors":"Beth Ulrich","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54363,"journal":{"name":"Nephrology Nursing Journal","volume":"53 2","pages":"107"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148165545","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nivia Talley, Marcus Brittion, Abdullah Alhurani, Emily Messerli, Jamesha Tumblin
{"title":"Assessing Staff Knowledge of Nutritional Management in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease: A Quality Improvement Project.","authors":"Nivia Talley, Marcus Brittion, Abdullah Alhurani, Emily Messerli, Jamesha Tumblin","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a chronic illness linked to major metabolic abnormalities, including high levels of potassium and phosphorus. These abnormalities can lead to serious complications, such as bone and cardiovascular diseases. There are established dietary guidelines for the treatment of CKD, yet many patients still struggle with their effectiveness and adherence. The 2020 Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative (KDOQI) nutrition in CKD update and other renal dietary guidelines provide evidence-based suggestions for controlling these risks through medical nutrition therapy, protein and energy intake, nutritional evaluation, and electrolytes; however, effective implementation is still limited by provider knowledge gaps. This quality improvement project used an organized staff education program on renal nutrition to close that gap. Results of this project indicate that nephrology staff preparedness to reinforce nutritional education for patients with CKD may be enhanced by a systematic renal nutrition education intervention.</p>","PeriodicalId":54363,"journal":{"name":"Nephrology Nursing Journal","volume":"53 2","pages":"123-132"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148165617","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"An Interview with Michelle Gilliland, President of the American Nephrology Nurses Association (2026-2027).","authors":"Beth Ulrich","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54363,"journal":{"name":"Nephrology Nursing Journal","volume":"53 2","pages":"113-114"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148165554","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Katie Plomaritas, Amanda Snyder, David Ramirez, Larissa Yalon, Sara Hoatlin, Lauren Casey, Cara Slagle, Jolyn Morgan, Susan Martin, Cheryl Tran, Jennifer Jetton, Kyle Merrill, Brynna Van Wyk, Katja M Gist, Stuart Goldstein, Kera Luckritz, Catherine Joesph, Kim T Vuong, Kelli Krallman, Shina Menon
{"title":"Improving CKRT Outcomes in Neonates and Infants through Interdisciplinary Collaboration (ICONIIC): Education Practices and Care Delivery Models.","authors":"Katie Plomaritas, Amanda Snyder, David Ramirez, Larissa Yalon, Sara Hoatlin, Lauren Casey, Cara Slagle, Jolyn Morgan, Susan Martin, Cheryl Tran, Jennifer Jetton, Kyle Merrill, Brynna Van Wyk, Katja M Gist, Stuart Goldstein, Kera Luckritz, Catherine Joesph, Kim T Vuong, Kelli Krallman, Shina Menon","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Improving Continuous kidney replacement therapy (CKRT) Outcomes in Neonates and Infants Through Interdis ciplinary Collaboration (ICONIIC) is a multicenter quality improvement and research registry. We aimed to identify programmatic structures and educational practices for neonatal and infant CKRT. A survey focusing on care delivery and models, units offering therapy, staff-to-patient ratios, and education protocols was distributed to institutions in ICONIIC using the Carpediem machine. Of the 13 responding sites, 11 used the Carpediem machine in Pediatric Intensive Care Units (ICUs), 9 in Neonatal ICUs, and 8 in Cardiac ICUs. A collaborative care model was most common (69.2%). While education practices varied, all sites required nurse-specific training, and all but one mandated provider oversight during CKRT initiation. Understanding these practices may inform best practices for neonatal and infant CKRT.</p>","PeriodicalId":54363,"journal":{"name":"Nephrology Nursing Journal","volume":"53 2","pages":"179-188"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148165563","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kasadi Moore, Jennifer Vavrinchik, Wendy Lester, Marianne Neumann
{"title":"Current Perspectives of the Licensed Practical Nurse and Nephrology Nursing.","authors":"Kasadi Moore, Jennifer Vavrinchik, Wendy Lester, Marianne Neumann","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) play a vital role in dialysis, yet many face obstacles in advancing their professional careers. ANNA's Administration Specialty Practice Network utilized focus groups to explore the experiences and perceptions of LPNs regarding barriers to professional growth. Thematic analysis revealed four primary barriers: role undervaluation by registered nurses, limited access to educational opportunities, lack of individual and organizational support, and lack of networking opportunities. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions and enhanced support systems to foster career development among LPNs.</p>","PeriodicalId":54363,"journal":{"name":"Nephrology Nursing Journal","volume":"53 2","pages":"175-188"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148165608","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Leading Forward Together: A Year of Growth, Connection, and Purpose.","authors":"Faith Lynch","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54363,"journal":{"name":"Nephrology Nursing Journal","volume":"53 2","pages":"109"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148165557","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}