Difference

The DaVita Difference

The DaVita Difference is rooted in delivering high-quality care in one of the most complex areas of medicine while building a community where teammates feel deeply valued. Our teams include nurses, patient care technicians, dietitians, social workers, facility administrators, administrative assistants, laboratory and biomedical technicians and more — all working together to support clinical outcomes and emphasize the human experience of healthcare.

Awards over the past 5 years

Over the past 5 years, DaVita has earned ~100 awards celebrating DaVita as an Employer of Choice, including recognition from FORTUNE, Newsweek, USA TODAY and The Denver Post.

Every day, our multidisciplinary teams work with nephrologists to manage care in one of the most complex areas of healthcare.

See The Difference, Through Their Eyes

Hear directly from those who know DaVita best — our teammates and the patients they serve — as they share what care, community and connection truly mean.

More Than Dialysis: George’s Path to Purpose

Watch the inspiring story of George, a DaVita patient-turned-teammate who finds fulfillment in helping others on their dialysis journey. See how his compassion and support foster a strong sense of community and hope.

“I am finding that there’s more and more meaning behind this [work]. I can help people cross that threshold of feeling that life’s over, because it’s not.”
George, DaVita Teammate

‘I’m Here for You:’ How Justin Found the Connections He Needed to Succeed on Dialysis

Sylvie’s Career: Meaningful Care, a Culture of Values and Big Dreams

Nathan & Pablo: The Comfort of Treating at Home

The Ups and Downs of Kidney Disease: Matt’s Journey

Personalized Care Supports a Mother and Inspires a Daughter

We Give Life: Melanie’s Story

From Comfort to Inspiration: Jose Discovers Unexpected Gifts of Friendship

When Jose and peritoneal dialysis (PD) nurse Cheroyl met, they couldn’t know the path they would travel together—a journey that not only changed Jose’s health but resulted in a bond that inspired Jose’s future.

DaVita Teammates Step Up to Treat COVID-Positive Patients

Caring Like Family: Melissa’s Story

Travis’s Transplant Journey, Continuing Life

Why Tanya Dialyzes On-Site At Her Skilled Nursing Facility

Why Terry Uses DaVita Care Connect®

Unveiling the First Net-Zero Dialysis Center in the U.S.

Growth Beyond Expectations: Jason and Kenneth’s Career Journeys

When Jason started as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at DaVita, he was just looking for a job. Hear how his journey to become a Regional Operations Director has inspired his lifelong friend and former dialysis patient, Kenneth, to also grow his career with DaVita.

“The opportunity that I’ve been given to start off as a PCT and to be able to constantly grow and have people support me every step of the way, is just a great feeling. Something that I don’t think you experience anywhere else.”
Jason, DaVita Teammate

Finding the Right Treatment for Claire’s Active Lifestyle

Leadership Opportunities Let Monica Live Her Purpose

Love No Limit: A Nurse’s Story of COVID, Career and Culture