Job summary
12 month fixed term contract
Are you looking for a new challenge?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and well motivatedstaff nurse to join our Home Therapies team at the University hospital of North Midlands. The post holder will work alongside a team of clinical Nurse Specialists in the training and management of both Home haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis patients and will be working closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
The applicant will need to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a caring and compassionate attitude. Previous experience is desirable but not essential as continuing education, support and training to develop and achieve competencies relevant to the role will be provided.
A full driving license will be required.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the Home Therapies Team, the post holder will be responsible for the management of a caseload of Home Therapy (Peritoneal dialysis and Home haemodialysis) patients. The CNS will be responsible for the education and provision of specialist training to Home Therapy patients and/or their support person both in the hospital and community setting. The CNS will to be responsible for the management of the clinical area including assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards. The CNS will work in close partnership with Consultants, Nurse Specialists and external agencies to ensure that all patients receive a high quality service. The CNS will be responsible for the multidisciplinary co-ordination of Home Therapy patients by being an effective practitioner and professional role model, able to work independently and as part of a team. The CNS will participate in innovation and evidence based nursing practice through professional leadership and supporting the clinical team in close liaison with the Sister / Charge Nurse. The CNS will act as a credible and professional role model and encourage and empower other staff to develop both personally and professionally to achieve their maximum potential.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a member of the Home Therapies Team, the post holder will be responsible for the management of a caseload of Home Therapy (Peritoneal dialysis and Home haemodialysis) patients. The CNS will be responsible for the education and provision of specialist training to Home Therapy patients and/or their support person both in the hospital and community setting. The CNS will to be responsible for the management of the clinical area including assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards. The CNS will work in close partnership with Consultants, Nurse Specialists and external agencies to ensure that all patients receive a high quality service. The CNS will be responsible for the multidisciplinary co-ordination of Home Therapy patients by being an effective practitioner and professional role model, able to work independently and as part of a team. The CNS will participate in innovation and evidence based nursing practice through professional leadership and supporting the clinical team in close liaison with the Sister / Charge Nurse. The CNS will act as a credible and professional role model and encourage and empower other staff to develop both personally and professionally to achieve their maximum potential
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a member of the Home Therapies Team, the post holder will be responsible for the management of a caseload of Home Therapy (Peritoneal dialysis and Home haemodialysis) patients. The CNS will be responsible for the education and provision of specialist training to Home Therapy patients and/or their support person both in the hospital and community setting. The CNS will to be responsible for the management of the clinical area including assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards. The CNS will work in close partnership with Consultants, Nurse Specialists and external agencies to ensure that all patients receive a high quality service. The CNS will be responsible for the multidisciplinary co-ordination of Home Therapy patients by being an effective practitioner and professional role model, able to work independently and as part of a team. The CNS will participate in innovation and evidence based nursing practice through professional leadership and supporting the clinical team in close liaison with the Sister / Charge Nurse. The CNS will act as a credible and professional role model and encourage and empower other staff to develop both personally and professionally to achieve their maximum potential
Person Specification
Skills ability & Knowledge
Essential
- Hold a full driving licence and have own vehicle
Desirable
- Previous Renal experience
- Minimum of 12 months as a qualified nurse1
Education and qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Health assessment qualification
- Nurse Prescribing
Person Specification
Skills ability & Knowledge
Essential
- Hold a full driving licence and have own vehicle
Desirable
- Previous Renal experience
- Minimum of 12 months as a qualified nurse1
Education and qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Health assessment qualification
- Nurse Prescribing
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).
