Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5 named nurse to work withpatients undergoing renal replacement therapy at home.
Previous experience in renal/haemodialysis is desirable but not essential, as full in-house training and support will be given. The team you will be joining is dedicated to training of both staff and patients.
You also need to be:
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Excellent communication skills
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Ability to work as part of a team or independently.
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A positive and proactive attitude.
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A desire to deliver a high standard of care to chronically ill patients
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Flexible working will be considered
Undertaking adequacy tests/training/refreshers to ensure patient safety at home undertaking their treatment
Main duties of the job
Main duties involved are of training patients on both Peritoneal dialysis (CAPD & APD) and haemodialyis (Nx Stage machine/5008s), ensuring a high standard of care is maintained throughout
Undertake the named nurse
Carrying out Adequacy tests including PET/UKM's for Peritoneal dialysis patient
Working as part of a team within the wider multi-disciplinary team
Under take home visits regularly and being a car driver is essential
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake the named nurse role for patients undergoing renal replacement therapy at home
Responsible for the teaching/ implementation and evaluation of their treatment for a group of patients out in the community
Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards ofquality nursing care.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet theneeds of patients and their families.
Act as a clinical and professional role model,
Adhere to Trust policies, procedures and clinical guidelines and ensure compliance of others.
Responsible for the effective and efficient use of clinical, physical and financial resources.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details on the role)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake the named nurse role for patients undergoing renal replacement therapy at home
Responsible for the teaching/ implementation and evaluation of their treatment for a group of patients out in the community
Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards ofquality nursing care.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet theneeds of patients and their families.
Act as a clinical and professional role model,
Adhere to Trust policies, procedures and clinical guidelines and ensure compliance of others.
Responsible for the effective and efficient use of clinical, physical and financial resources.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details on the role)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates satisfactory clinical expertise for the grade applied for. Experience will be dependent on the post/ward requirements at the time of recruitment.
- Some posts may be suitable for newly-registered staff and some may require previous experience. Contact the Ward Ward/Unit Manager or appropriate line manager for more information.
Desirable
- Demonstrates understanding of clinical risk management in the NHS
- Demonstrates understanding of Clinical Governance in the NHS
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- RGN 1st or 2nd Level.
- Evidence of continuing professional development or evidence of reflective profile
- Have experience in supporting learners in the workplace and supervising their progress and/or assessing their practice.
- Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery.
Desirable
- Has successfully completed an previous NMC Approved Teaching and Assessing or Practice Assessor programme or equivalent
Professional Development
Essential
- Ongoing professional and personal development
- Recognises own level of competence and limitations
- Able to identify own learning needs
Desirable
- Displays motivation and ideas of own future career pathway and personal development planning
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates satisfactory clinical expertise for the grade applied for. Experience will be dependent on the post/ward requirements at the time of recruitment.
- Some posts may be suitable for newly-registered staff and some may require previous experience. Contact the Ward Ward/Unit Manager or appropriate line manager for more information.
Desirable
- Demonstrates understanding of clinical risk management in the NHS
- Demonstrates understanding of Clinical Governance in the NHS
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- RGN 1st or 2nd Level.
- Evidence of continuing professional development or evidence of reflective profile
- Have experience in supporting learners in the workplace and supervising their progress and/or assessing their practice.
- Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery.
Desirable
- Has successfully completed an previous NMC Approved Teaching and Assessing or Practice Assessor programme or equivalent
Professional Development
Essential
- Ongoing professional and personal development
- Recognises own level of competence and limitations
- Able to identify own learning needs
Desirable
- Displays motivation and ideas of own future career pathway and personal development planning
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).
