Renal Staff Nurse

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nottingham is seeking a dedicated professional to perform haemodialysis therapy while providing compassionate patient care. You will work within a team to ensure the unit runs smoothly and take charge in the absence of senior staff. Candidates should have strong assessment skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and medical staff. This role offers opportunities for personal development and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in haemodialysis therapy and patient care.
• Ability to assess patient needs and develop care programs.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform haemodialysis therapy and patient-focused care.
• Ensure smooth running of the unit as a team leader.
• Liaise with doctors, patients, and families regarding care requirements.
• Provide health teaching and support on patient conditions.

Job description

Performing haemodialysis therapy and patient focused care related to it.

Working within a team and when required as a team leader to ensure smooth running of the unit and managing problems when they arise.

Assessment of patients each time they come for treatment like fluid assessment and find effective solution to their problems.

Liaising with doctors, patients, families, outside agencies, other wards and colleagues regarding requirements for patient care.

Health teaching and giving support to patients about their condition, how to take care of their dialysis access and diet.

Liaise with staff in other dialysis centres if patient is for transfer into their unit in order to give information about the patient., Assess the care needs of patients and develop a programme of care which is evaluated and amended as appropriate.

Carry out relevant forms of direct and indirect patient care without direct supervision.

Regularly take charge of the clinical area in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility of his/her deputy.

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.