Job summary
Carrel is a busy dynamic unit that carers for patients with acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease and transplantation including live and non heart beating transplantation and ABO incompatibility Transplant programme. We also deliver the full spectrum of renal replacement therapies including plasma exchange.
We offer a full induction, an in-house advanced renal course, mentorship programme and the opportunity to rotate between our nephrology wards and our dialysis at city hospital.
This post offers an excellent opportunity for clinical development within a supportive environment and you will have the chance to develop a range of skills including cannulation, central line care, venepuncture, peritoneal dialysis, haemodialysis based treatments, renal transplantation and much much more...Come and join us.
Main duties of the job
The role of staff nurse include, being responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development of programmes of care ensuring that these are evaluated and amended as appropriate.
Document the condition and progress of patients and report to senior nursing staff and/or medical staff any areas of concern.
Undertake nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and guidelines.
Demonstrate clinical procedures to registered and unregistered staff as required.
Take charge of the clinical area at times in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility or his/her deputy.
Supervise unregistered (and at times registered) staff as appropriate.
Maintain effective channels of communication.
Be aware of the need for confidentiality both in the written and spoken word.
Maintain an awareness of the developments in the care and treatment of patients in order to be able to carry out duties competently and efficiently.
Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe keeping of patients' property in accordance with the Patients' Property Procedure.
Assist the Sister/Charge Nurse in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all policies
About us
Bring your whole self to work for us at NUH. We love diversity and we value your difference, your unique skills, knowledge and experience. Becoming one of our people may realis your potential, helping us to raise our performance in delivering world class healthcare to diverse populations we serve.
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are currently underrepresented at NUH.
To arrange a visit to the ward please contact the ward manger.
Bethany Starkey
Email - bethany.starkey@nuh.nhs.uk
Tele -01159691169 ext 75720
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
Main duties of the role include being able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts We are here for you behavioural standards.
Be a qualified Registered nurse; be able to show evidence of Continuing Professional Development or reflective profile.
Willing to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery and patient care.
Be Physically able, be able and willing to Supervise unqualified staff, be a Team player.
Work on own initiative. Be Confident in assessment skills and decision making skills.
Good organisational and time management ability.
Ability to teach patients and staff one to one and in groups, able to present verbal and written information and maintain accurate patient records. Be Caring and Committed.
Experience will depend on the post/ward requirements at the time of recruitment as some may be more suitable for staff with previous experience. Contact ward manager for more information.
Commitment to support the Trusts values.
Flexibility to work shift pattern for ward/department.
Flexibility to work elsewhere within the directorate or hospital if required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
Main duties of the role include being able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts We are here for you behavioural standards.
Be a qualified Registered nurse; be able to show evidence of Continuing Professional Development or reflective profile.
Willing to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery and patient care.
Be Physically able, be able and willing to Supervise unqualified staff, be a Team player.
Work on own initiative. Be Confident in assessment skills and decision making skills.
Good organisational and time management ability.
Ability to teach patients and staff one to one and in groups, able to present verbal and written information and maintain accurate patient records. Be Caring and Committed.
Experience will depend on the post/ward requirements at the time of recruitment as some may be more suitable for staff with previous experience. Contact ward manager for more information.
Commitment to support the Trusts values.
Flexibility to work shift pattern for ward/department.
Flexibility to work elsewhere within the directorate or hospital if required.
Person Specification
Training and Qualification
Essential
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic Study
Expereince
Essential
- Experience or exposure to renal replacement therapies
Desirable
- Involvement in link nurse role
Communication
Essential
Physical skills
Essential
- Adaptable, Flexibility to work shift patterns on the ward
Person Specification
Training and Qualification
Essential
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic Study
Expereince
Essential
- Experience or exposure to renal replacement therapies
Desirable
- Involvement in link nurse role
Communication
Essential
Physical skills
Essential
- Adaptable, Flexibility to work shift patterns on the ward
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).