Sadate Philemon, CCRN

Sadate Philemon is an acute dialysis nurse with 9 years of nursing experience and approximately 5 years of specialized practice in nephrology. He currently works in collaboration with nephrologists to provide hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) for patients with acute and chronic kidney disease, as well as those experiencing immune disorders, organ rejection, and autoimmune conditions. In his current role, he supports patients across multiple hospital settings, including intensive care units and general inpatient floors, depending on clinical need and acuity.

His career in nephrology was built upon a strong foundation in high-acuity care environments. Prior to specializing in dialysis, he gained extensive experience in cardiovascular intensive care, neuro intensive care, and neurospine surgery, where he managed patients with complex neurological conditions and acute pain needs. These roles strengthened his critical thinking, clinical judgment, and ability to respond effectively in life-threatening situations, preparing him for the demands of acute dialysis nursing.

Before entering nursing in the United States, Sadate was originally trained and practiced as a physician in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. After relocating, he gained diverse professional experience outside of clinical medicine, including roles in airport customer service with Air Canada and as an assistant manager at UMDNJ University Hospital, where he oversaw equipment operations. He later returned to direct patient care as an emergency room technician, a pivotal step that reignited his passion for bedside medicine and ultimately led him to pursue nursing.

He completed an accelerated 16-month Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Union University, building upon his prior medical education and international clinical experience. He is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on nursing administration, with the long-term goal of contributing to healthcare leadership, policy development, and quality improvement initiatives. His certifications include ACLS, BLS, and certification in dialysis nursing through a nephrology nursing organization.

Throughout his career, Sadate has remained committed to continuous learning, mentorship, and professional growth. He has experience precepting new nurses during orientation and has also contributed to academic instruction at Great Forge University in Montana. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he values time with family and maintains a strong connection to music, which provides balance and grounding in his life.

• Prior medical training, Haiti and Dominican Republic (Physician-level education)
• Currently enrolled in MSN program (Nursing Administration focus)
• Union University - B.S. in Nursing (Accelerated Program)

• Certified Dialysis Nurse (Nephrology Nursing Certification Organization)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse – reported credential)

• Nephrology Nursing Organization
• UNAC
• Physicians for Human Rights (past contact)
• American Nurses Association (past membership)

• Humanitarian medical work with Doctors Without Borders (Haiti)
• Participation in global health and underserved patient care initiatives