Dialysis Nurse Preparation Program
Dates: February 23 - May 15, 2026
Meets: M, Tu, W, Th and F from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Virtual Course
Registration Fee: $3,500.00
Developed in collaboration with Outset Medical, a medical technology company pioneering a first-of-its-kind technology to reduce the cost and complexity of dialysis, this program equips nurses with the clinical expertise and technological insight to advance dialysis care.
Outset Medical serves as a clinical reviewer and innovation partner, ensuring that the program reflects cutting-edge dialysis technology and evidence-based practice.
Program Features
- 12-week, 100% online format for working nurses
- Expert-reviewed curriculum by Outset Medical
- Real-world case studies and dialysis simulations
- Focus on patient-centered, technology-driven care
- Prepares nurses for national certification programs
This partnership between EKU Workforce Development & Community Engagement and Outset Medical bridges innovation, clinical practice, and education - empowering nurses to lead the future of dialysis care.
Course Overview:
Week 1 - Renal Pathophysiology
Week 2 - Complications of Renal Failure
Week 3 - Hemodialysis Principles & Adjunctive Therapies
Week 4 - Water Treatment & Dialyzer Reprocessing
Week 5 - Vascular Access
Week 6 - Complications & Anticoagulation
Week 7 - Pharmacology
Week 8 - Nutrition, IDPN, Transplantation
Week 9 - Nursing Process & Acute Care
Week 10 - Legal, Ethical, Confidentiality
Week 11 - Professional Practice & Home Dialysis
Week 12 - Exam Review & Capstone
Course Disclaimer:
-Completion of the Course does not guarantee passing the CDN exam.
-The Course and Course Content are provided "as is", without warranty of any kind.
-Neither Party shall be liable for any Nurse's exam outcomes or certification results.
Outset Medical serves as a clinical reviewer and innovation partner, ensuring that the program reflects cutting-edge dialysis technology and evidence-based practice.
Program Features
- 12-week, 100% online format for working nurses
- Expert-reviewed curriculum by Outset Medical
- Real-world case studies and dialysis simulations
- Focus on patient-centered, technology-driven care
- Prepares nurses for national certification programs
This partnership between EKU Workforce Development & Community Engagement and Outset Medical bridges innovation, clinical practice, and education - empowering nurses to lead the future of dialysis care.
Course Overview:
Week 1 - Renal Pathophysiology
Week 2 - Complications of Renal Failure
Week 3 - Hemodialysis Principles & Adjunctive Therapies
Week 4 - Water Treatment & Dialyzer Reprocessing
Week 5 - Vascular Access
Week 6 - Complications & Anticoagulation
Week 7 - Pharmacology
Week 8 - Nutrition, IDPN, Transplantation
Week 9 - Nursing Process & Acute Care
Week 10 - Legal, Ethical, Confidentiality
Week 11 - Professional Practice & Home Dialysis
Week 12 - Exam Review & Capstone
Course Disclaimer:
-Completion of the Course does not guarantee passing the CDN exam.
-The Course and Course Content are provided "as is", without warranty of any kind.
-Neither Party shall be liable for any Nurse's exam outcomes or certification results.
| Fee: | $3,500.00 |
|---|
Virtual Course
Cailen Wattenbarger-Baker
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 02/24/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 02/25/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 02/26/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 02/27/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/02/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/03/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/04/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/05/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/06/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/09/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/10/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/11/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/12/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/13/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/16/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/17/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/18/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/19/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/20/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/23/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/24/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/25/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/26/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/27/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/30/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 03/31/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/01/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/02/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/03/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/06/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/07/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/08/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/09/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/10/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/13/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/14/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/15/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/16/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/17/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/20/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/21/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/22/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/23/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/24/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/27/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/28/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/29/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 04/30/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/01/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/04/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/05/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/06/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/07/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/08/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/11/2026 | Monday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/12/2026 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/13/2026 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/14/2026 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |
| 05/15/2026 | Friday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Virtual Course |


