Kelli Bates BSN, RN, CDN
Oxford,AL
Summary
Driven and passionate Dialysis Nurse Leader with 28+ years of nephrology experience specializing in home dialysis program development, peritoneal dialysis program expansion, and regulatory compliance. Proven expertise in CMS Conditions for Coverage, survey readiness, QAPI performance improvement, and infection prevention. Skilled at leading interdisciplinary teams, optimizing patient outcomes, and supporting dialysis programs through successful regulatory surveys and quality.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peritoneal Dialysis Clinical Specialist
Vantive
Headquarters / Deerfield Illinois
10.2021 - Current
- Acts as a clinical and strategic partner to dialysis organizations, driving expansion and optimization of peritoneal dialysis programs.
- Leverages deep expertise in nephrology nursing to drive growth in home therapy initiatives and enhance clinical competency.
- Spearheads alignment of evidence-based practice, staff development, workflow efficiency, and technology integration initiatives.
- Collaborates with nephrologists, organizational leadership, nurse managers, and nurses to implement best practices in PD therapy delivery.
- Provides clinical education and partners with providers to optimize PD prescriptions,adequacy,and ultrafiltration management to help enhance patient outcomes and technique survival.
Home Therapy Program Manager
Fresenius Medical Care
Anniston, AL
07.2010 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented home therapy programs to enhance patient care outcomes. Managed up to five home programs during my tenure.
- Led interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Directed quality improvement initiatives to meet CMS performance metrics.
- Fostered collaboration among team members through effective communication channels such as meetings or shared online platforms.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and policies through diligent oversight of program operations.
- Established a positive work environment through clear communication, supportive leadership, and team-building activities.
- Contributed to the continuous improvement of therapy services by staying current on industry trends and best practices.
Home Dialysis RN
Physicians Choice Dialysis
Oxford, AL
07.2007 - 07.2010
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
Anniston, AL
03.2004 - 07.2007
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Gambro Healthcare
Birmingham, AL
08.2002 - 03.2004
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
Panama City, FL
09.2001 - 07.2002
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
Marietta, GA
07.2000 - 07.2001
Hemodialysis Nurse
Renal Care Group
Anniston, AL
06.1997 - 07.2000
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12.1996
Certification
Certified Dialysis Nurse
Timeline
Peritoneal Dialysis Clinical Specialist
Vantive
10.2021 - Current
Home Therapy Program Manager
Fresenius Medical Care
07.2010 - 10.2021
Home Dialysis RN
Physicians Choice Dialysis
07.2007 - 07.2010
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
03.2004 - 07.2007
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Gambro Healthcare
08.2002 - 03.2004
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
09.2001 - 07.2002
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
07.2000 - 07.2001
Hemodialysis Nurse
Renal Care Group
06.1997 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Awards
National Sales Incentive Award -2024
Recognized as a Top 10% performer nationally among PD Clinical Specialists for outstanding performance and contribution to home dialysis program growth.