Renal Healthcare Support Worker

NHS Scotland; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join the Renal Team in NHS Fife as a Renal Support Worker. You will assist registered nurses in delivering compassionate care within the Renal Outpatient unit, participating in a diverse range of duties that support patient care. Ideal candidates will have experience in caregiving and a willingness to learn through a funded SVQ qualification.

Benefits

Flexible working

Family-friendly policies

Fully funded SVQ qualification

Qualifications

• Experience in venipuncture and cannulation preferred.
• Evidence of ongoing learning in health and care.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses with patient-centered care.
• Participate in the renal Service Rotational Programme.
• Support patients in the Renal Outpatient unit and other areas.

Skills

Compassion

Willingness to learn

Education

SVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for an individual to join the Renal Team in NHS Fife. This post is predominantly based within the Renal service at Victoria Hospital.

We require a Renal Support Worker for the Renal Outpatient unit. We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate individual who has a willingness to learn. Previous experience in venipuncture, cannulation, and preparation of patients for procedures would be desirable.

SVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care is preferred or evidence of ongoing learning.

Once individuals have completed the relevant training, they may be expected to participate in the renal Service Rotational Programme.

As a Renal Support Worker, you will assist the registered nurse with the delivery of patient-centered care.

This is a diverse role with a range of duties.

All staff may be required to rotate through the following areas of the renal service:

• Wd 22 Renal Outpatient Dialysis unit, Victoria Hospital
• Satellite dialysis unit, Ward 21, Queen Margaret Hospital
• Satellite dialysis unit, St Andrews Community Hospital
• Inpatient ward 22, Victoria Hospital

Successful applicants will be offered the opportunity to undertake an SVQ2 or SVQ3 (dependent on band) in Health and Social Care, approximately 9 months after starting. This qualification will be fully funded by NHS Fife. Your Line Manager will provide more information once you are in post.

For informal enquiries, please contact Maggie Wansell, Senior Charge Nurse, or Carol-Ann Fortune, Renal Educator, at 01592 643355 ext 21246 / 28836.

Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If the role is a "regulated role," your appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. Any changes to requirements will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more details, visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.

A requirement of this role is to become a member of the PVG Scheme prior to appointment.

NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all employees are entitled to work in the UK. If you are not a UK or Irish national, you must confirm your right to work in your application.

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity, and eliminating discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

We offer flexible working, family-friendly policies, and support candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, or neurodivergence by making reasonable adjustments during recruitment.