Registered Nurse - Renal Dialysis Unit

Registered Nurse - Renal Dialysis Unit

This post is eligible for a Welcome Bonus of £2,500* (taxable) for successful candidates, split into 2 instalments, one at passing probation (6 months) and the next at 18 months in post (pro rata if applicable). Alternatively we can offer relocation packages* for those looking to relocate to North Devon and the surrounding areas

*T&C's apply (External candidates only)

Are you an NMC Registered Nurse (General/Learning Disability/Mental Health) seeking an exciting new opportunity to learn specialist skills in renal dialysis nursing?  OR are you an NMC Registered Nurse with renal experience, looking to take your next career steps with the world’s largest provider of dialysis products and services?

You may have NHS experience or have worked in the private care sector, but whatever your Nursing background, with the right attitude and aptitude we have an opportunity for you!

What can we offer you?

Here at Fresenius Medical Care we provide excellent and continuous Training and Development throughout your career, supported by dedicated Clinical Teachers. On joining, you will enrol on our 8 week Fundamental Dialysis Programme, which is accredited by the European Dialysis and Transplant Nurses Association/European Renal Care Association.  Thereafter, we continue to provide training and education opportunities which significantly exceed the CPD hours required for NMC revalidation and help take your career to the next level.

We offer a competitive salary UPTO £33,075 - Progression through the pay scale will be underpinned by a Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) for each role, allowing employees greater career development potential, aligned to in-house training programmes.

Alongside this we offer a wealth of other fantastic benefits listed below:

•            No Sunday or Night Shift Working

•            Company Pension Scheme and Life Assurance

•            33 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service

•            Christmas Day and New Year’s Day off

•            Overtime (time and a half after completing full-time hours – 150 hours every 4 weeks)

•            Paid Breaks

•            Free Parking, Uniform, Tea & Coffee, Flu Vaccine and Christmas Meal

•            Health Shield – Company paid health cash plan

•            Long Service Vouchers

•            Refer a Friend Scheme (£1000 per referral if successful)

•            Sick Pay

•            Cycle to Work Scheme

• Support for training where applicable for career development
• bhsf RISE - our Health and Wellbeing hub with 24/7 access to GP’s and Counsellors
• Blue Light Card - discounts online and in-store.
• iChoose – Employee saving scheme with great discounts including phone contracts

What does the role involve?

Being a Dialysis nurse requires commitment and passion along with the skills and competencies to juggle the technical nursing aspect whilst giving holistic care.  You will be working autonomously, responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of care for dialysis patients with chronic kidney disease or acute kidney injury.

North Devon (Barnstaple) Dialysis Unit operates 20 haemodialysis stations, serving up to 64 patients, in partnership with the Royal Devon & Exeter NHS Foundation Trust using only the latest equipment.  Nursing is planned at a ratio of 1:4 patients and you will be supported by a HCA.

This is a full time role of 37.5 hours.  Current days are working various shifts Monday to Saturday between 7.00am to 6.30pm.

To work within the team and work alone as necessary in providing care to individuals.

• To manage clinical shifts and complete associated tasks including safety huddles.

• Have a sound knowledge of the CQC’s KLOE (if required) and ensure these underpin all aspects of caredelivery.

• To provide support for the Clinic Manager, Deputy Clinic Manager and Senior Staff Nurse in the day to dayrunning of the clinic.

• To assess, plan and implement holistic care for patients which takes into account the patient’s previous lifestyleand current.• Evaluate the outcome of the agreed care pathways/care plans and reassess as appropriate and adapt/changecare as required.

• To promote continuing psychological support to patients and their families in order to ensure the well-being ofthe patient.

• To safely maintain the environment where care is delivered.• To report changes in the patient's condition, behaviour to medical staff or other disciplines as appropriate.

• To ensure patients treatments are delivered in line with the BSC Key Performance Indicators and RenalAssociation Guidelines.

• Report any untoward incidents as per policy.• Maintenance of all patient’s records (paper/electronic).

• Maintenance and cleaning of all equipment (including emergency) to ensure these are in a safe and efficientworking order.• Work within the quality management system (QMS) in place within the dialysis clinic.

• Ensure adherence to all Infection, Prevention and Control requirements.

• Work within agreed local/corporate/national statute, policies and procedures and within the NMC/NMBIProfessional Codes of Conduct.

• To maintain patient confidentiality and privacy at all times.• Act as a role model for junior members of staff.• Ensure Corporate Values are demonstrated at all times.

• Promote and Facilitate Shared Care where appropriate.

• Participate in Link Nurse Roles where required.