This article provides fundamental information to health care providers on kidney transplant. It reviews some of the preoperative testing, postoperative complications, and treatments. It is to help those who help assist with postoperative care of kidney transplants ensure care is optimal. This article will help educate and inform caregivers of guidelines and suggested plans of care to follow for best outcomes for transplant recipients. The short- and long-term care of these patients are extremely important, and health care providers need to follow practice guidelines to achieve optimal outcomes. This discussion will benefit anyone who has direct care to transplant recipients including, but not limited to: nursing staff, nurses aids, training physicians, general practitioners, and mid-level providers.