Dialysis Care Associate: Patient Support & Tech Prep
Renal Services Ltd
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Job summary
DaVita UK is seeking an assistive role to support the registered dialysis nurse in delivering patient-centred kidney care. The role involves preparing patients, initiating dialysis, monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to the nurse in charge.
You will be involved in cannulation, machine setup, and basic blood sampling in a busy, supportive setting. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and experience in a haemodialysis unit.
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in healthcare.
- Experience working in a haemodialysis unit caring for renal/dialysis patients.
- Basic computer skills for patient records and orders.
Responsibilities
- Prepare the patient for dialysis treatment.
- Monitor and record vital signs; report abnormalities promptly.
- Prepare and programme the dialysis machine as per prescription.
- Connect patient to the dialysis machine and commence treatment.
- Obtain blood samples via dialysis access or blood glucose.
- Monitor patient and report changes to a registered nurse.
- Administer saline/online fluid bolus under supervision.
- Discontinue dialysis and manage wash back and needle removal.
- Document actions accurately in patient records.
- Follow infection control procedures; support high-quality care.
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Education
Job description
DaVita UK is seeking an assistive role to support the registered dialysis nurse in delivering patient-centred kidney care. The role involves preparing patients, initiating dialysis, monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to the nurse in charge.
You will be involved in cannulation, machine setup, and basic blood sampling in a busy, supportive setting. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and experience in a haemodialysis unit.
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