I have been contemplating applying with Davita. I do not have any dialysis experience. I am good with being trained as a tech and then as an RN to learn all aspects of the job. Do you get paid as an RN for the 6-9 months of training or only as a tech till you complete the training? I am about 2 hours from Houston and was wondering what the starting pay range is in that area? I also want to work in a place where there is an opportunity for advancement and Davita seems to offer that opportunity.