Job summary
We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nurse to join our Renal team, providing dialysis to 47 patients a week, from Dover and the surrounding area. Ideally the post holder would have experience working in a dialysis unit, however we have a comprehensive training schedule for the right candidate and full training will be given.
We currently have a full-time and part-time vacancy for a Band 5 Haemodialysis Nurse at the Dover Renal Satellite Unit, for 37.5 and 24 hours per week. The shifts are from Monday to Saturday long days utilising early and late shifts if required. Part of the role is to be part of the on-call dialysis service which after extensive training is given you will be part of the on-call rota.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an individual who is eager to learn, has a kind and caring attitude towards patients and colleagues and can be a positive team member. Within this role you will be looking after patients who have a chronic condition who attend the unit three times a week
We will provide the in-house training you require to safely carry out your role in dialysis which includes specific dialysis training and further development opportunities within your role.
The main duties of this role include providing haemodialysis care to renal patients on a daily basis including fluid management, recording observations, daily weights intravenous medication, pressure sore prevention, vascular access care and diabetes management.
After training you will be expected to connect & disconnect patients from dialysis, using their vascular access, this could be via a central venous catheter, a fistula or a graft, you will be responsible for the care you provide to the patients and accountable to the senior team.
We also work closely with the multidisciplinary team, this includes Dieticians, Access team, AKC nurses, Counsellors, Renal Care Navigator, Renal Registrars, Renal Consultants and Transplant nurses
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for eligible Band 5 roles and above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Mentor Qualification or ENB 998
- Completion of Preceptorship
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Venepuncture
- Cannulation
- Basic IT skills
- Well-developed verbal & written communication skills
- Ability to develop working relationships with others
- Time management and personal organisation skills
Desirable
- Cannulation of Arterial/Venous Fistulae/Graft Connection/disconnection of temporary dialysis catheters for dialysis purposes intravenous drugs
Governance
Essential
- NMC Code of Conduct
- Essence of Care
- Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Local nursing standards
- National Patient Survey
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Calm under pressure
- Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively
- Good interpersonal skills
- Understanding of own limitations and seeks management support when appropriate
Desirable
- Ability to work on own initiative using sound decision-making and problem solving skills
Other requirements
Essential
- Upholds and models the Trust values
- Knowledge of Shared Purpose Framework
- Able to travel by their own means in a timely manner to support other HD units and attend meetings as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Mentor Qualification or ENB 998
- Completion of Preceptorship
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Venepuncture
- Cannulation
- Basic IT skills
- Well-developed verbal & written communication skills
- Ability to develop working relationships with others
- Time management and personal organisation skills
Desirable
- Cannulation of Arterial/Venous Fistulae/Graft Connection/disconnection of temporary dialysis catheters for dialysis purposes intravenous drugs
Governance
Essential
- NMC Code of Conduct
- Essence of Care
- Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Local nursing standards
- National Patient Survey
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Calm under pressure
- Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively
- Good interpersonal skills
- Understanding of own limitations and seeks management support when appropriate
Desirable
- Ability to work on own initiative using sound decision-making and problem solving skills
Other requirements
Essential
- Upholds and models the Trust values
- Knowledge of Shared Purpose Framework
- Able to travel by their own means in a timely manner to support other HD units and attend meetings as required
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
