Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Staff Nurse with excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding holistic care to join the Dialysis Team on secondment. The Renal Dialysis Unit is a diverse, multi-disciplinary environment which requires flexible and adaptable skills, an aptitude to learn and a motivation to develop your own clinical skills in line with progressive service delivery.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate an ability to provide high quality safe nursing care which is driven by patient experience and evidence based best practice.
We believe in supporting patients to be as independent as possible and participate in shared care. There will be opportunity to become actively involved in helping the patient on their journey to independence. Most patients attend the unit 3 times a week for many years so the position is ideal for anyone who wants to work in an area you really get to know your patients and can provide exceptional care.
We care for in-patients who become unwell and require dialysis whilst an in-patient so there is an element of acute care within the unit also.
The successful applicant will enjoy working in a technical fast paced environment working in the Haemodialysis Unit.
Main duties of the job
To provide high standard of evidence-based patient centred care.
To work with the team to maintain the efficient running of the ward and contribute to and deputise in the absence of more senior staff.
To provide care to a group of patients in accordance with NMC code of professional conduct, Trust policies and procedures.
To manage the shift on a regular basis in the absence of the ward/ departmental senior nurse and senior staff nurse.
Communicate effectively with staff at all levels throughout the organisation and external agencies as well as patients, visitors and the general public.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
UKVI Sponsorship: This rolemay be available for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Sponsorship will be determined based on your current situation and on a case-by-case basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
quality of life for patients, please contact us for further details.
We would welcome any informal visits prior to interview, please call to arrange date and time.
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
quality of life for patients, please contact us for further details.
We would welcome any informal visits prior to interview, please call to arrange date and time.
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
- Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
Desirable
- Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively
- Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements
- Evidence of an area of special interest
- Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills
- Knowledge of clinical audit
- Evidence of critical appraisal skills
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant, recent and relevant post registration experience
- Evidence of dialysis experience
Desirable
- Understanding of professional nursing issues
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
- Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
Desirable
- Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively
- Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements
- Evidence of an area of special interest
- Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills
- Knowledge of clinical audit
- Evidence of critical appraisal skills
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant, recent and relevant post registration experience
- Evidence of dialysis experience
Desirable
- Understanding of professional nursing issues
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
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).
