Job summary
Sunderland Diagnostic and Interventional Nephrology Unit (SDIN) are based at Sunderland Royal Hospital as part of the Renal Outpatient Team.
We are looking to recruit a dynamic and forward thinking registered nurse to work as part of this small team.
You will work alongside experienced renal staff to provide safe effective care for our patients.
You will be working within the Renal department and Radiology department
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be trained in all aspects of the role with competency based assessments and mentoring.
The main duties are assisting the Consultants with renal biopies, insertion and removal of vascular catheters and peritoneal catheters etc., phlebotomy, male and female catheterisation and USS of vascular access.
You will be required to work independently once fully trained, supporting junior staff.
The working hours are 08:00-18:00 Monday Friday
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details
To be responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and compassionatenursing care for patients designated to their care.
To always work to the NMC Code
To supervise non-registered staff as stipulated by the NMC under the requirements ofdelegation
Provide effective leadership and assist with the management and organisation of theward/department in the absence of the Ward manager or deputy
To comply with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details
To be responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and compassionatenursing care for patients designated to their care.
To always work to the NMC Code
To supervise non-registered staff as stipulated by the NMC under the requirements ofdelegation
Provide effective leadership and assist with the management and organisation of theward/department in the absence of the Ward manager or deputy
To comply with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse) or evidence of qualification if newly qualified.
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing or willingness to undertake degree studies.
- Clinical Teaching experience.
- Mentorship preparation.
- Teaching qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute hospital or community healthcare setting.
- Current experience of working in either renal or radiology.
Desirable
- Experience of working as a registered nurse.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information.
- Able to work without supervision.
- Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office.
- Evidence of CPD.
- Knowledge of national health and social care policy.
- Knowledge of evidence based guidelines e.g. NICE guidelines, NPSA alerts, current nursing legislation.
Desirable
- Venepuncture and cannulation competency.
- Male and female catheterization competencies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse) or evidence of qualification if newly qualified.
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing or willingness to undertake degree studies.
- Clinical Teaching experience.
- Mentorship preparation.
- Teaching qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute hospital or community healthcare setting.
- Current experience of working in either renal or radiology.
Desirable
- Experience of working as a registered nurse.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information.
- Able to work without supervision.
- Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office.
- Evidence of CPD.
- Knowledge of national health and social care policy.
- Knowledge of evidence based guidelines e.g. NICE guidelines, NPSA alerts, current nursing legislation.
Desirable
- Venepuncture and cannulation competency.
- Male and female catheterization competencies.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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