Job summary
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
The post holder will be responsible for the smooth and efficient running of doctor and nurse-led clinics and the delivery of skilled nursing interventions to outpatients attending for day case procedures. They will be responsible for the assessment of patients' care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision.
Main duties of the job
To deliver safe, competent, and compassionate care to renal patients attending clinic reviews and day-case procedures
To undertake haemodialysis for those with end stage kidney disease
To work unsupervised, as an effective, flexible team player
To deputise in the absence of senior staff to ensure continuity of care for patients attending the Renal Outpatients department.
To run and support a variety of medical and nurse-led clinics
To assess patients holistically and refer to the multidisciplinary or community teams as required.
To delegate appropriately and act as an effective and professional role model within the nursing team
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Information Pack :
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Plans and delivers care and investigations to renal patients using competent skills in such areas as venepuncture, cannulation, administration of intravenous drugs, ECGs.
Co-ordinates clinic activity and reviews patient care needs within the department, supporting the Healthcare Assistants running clinics. Interprets test results accurately leading to appropriate actions and referrals to the multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
Is actively involved in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs of care with a flexible approach, involving all members of the multidisciplinary health care team thus promoting patient-centred care.
Provide follow-up care via phone, for patients and carers, keeping them informed and supporting them while at home.
Provides emotional and psychological support to patients and families coping with diagnosis and life-changing decisions on renal treatment and dialysis, referring to other professionals and agencies as needed.
Enables patients and their families to understand renal failure and its treatment, and to gain access to further psycho-social support as required. Takes nursing lead in the care of patient groups with specific needs, such as people with a kidney transplant, vasculitis, diabetes, renal anaemia, etc, monitoring their test results and clinic follow-up by phone and in nurse-led clinics.
Gives pre and post-procedure care to renal outpatients attending day procedures and intravenous infusions, monitoring and acting on their vital signs, escalating as indicated to the medical team.
Actively participates as an effective team member, contributing to the efficient running of the department. Able to transfer patients between departments safely and appropriately according to Trust guidelines and internal operating policies, e.g. managing day case conversions to inpatient care safely.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Plans and delivers care and investigations to renal patients using competent skills in such areas as venepuncture, cannulation, administration of intravenous drugs, ECGs.
Co-ordinates clinic activity and reviews patient care needs within the department, supporting the Healthcare Assistants running clinics. Interprets test results accurately leading to appropriate actions and referrals to the multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
Is actively involved in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs of care with a flexible approach, involving all members of the multidisciplinary health care team thus promoting patient-centred care.
Provide follow-up care via phone, for patients and carers, keeping them informed and supporting them while at home.
Provides emotional and psychological support to patients and families coping with diagnosis and life-changing decisions on renal treatment and dialysis, referring to other professionals and agencies as needed.
Enables patients and their families to understand renal failure and its treatment, and to gain access to further psycho-social support as required. Takes nursing lead in the care of patient groups with specific needs, such as people with a kidney transplant, vasculitis, diabetes, renal anaemia, etc, monitoring their test results and clinic follow-up by phone and in nurse-led clinics.
Gives pre and post-procedure care to renal outpatients attending day procedures and intravenous infusions, monitoring and acting on their vital signs, escalating as indicated to the medical team.
Actively participates as an effective team member, contributing to the efficient running of the department. Able to transfer patients between departments safely and appropriately according to Trust guidelines and internal operating policies, e.g. managing day case conversions to inpatient care safely.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration
- First Degree
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Competent in phlebotomy and venepuncture skills
- Competent in Cannulation skills
- Competent in IV therapy
- Basic IT skills
- Awareness and knowledge of General Nephrology
- Experience of working effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience as a S/N within a renal setting
- Haemodialysis and/or peritoneal skills
- Care of a patient on transplant waiting list and follow up care post-transplant
- Understanding of treatment for renal anaemia
- Knowledge of Renal CV5 database
- Understanding of treatment for non-transplant immunosuppression
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration
- First Degree
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Competent in phlebotomy and venepuncture skills
- Competent in Cannulation skills
- Competent in IV therapy
- Basic IT skills
- Awareness and knowledge of General Nephrology
- Experience of working effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience as a S/N within a renal setting
- Haemodialysis and/or peritoneal skills
- Care of a patient on transplant waiting list and follow up care post-transplant
- Understanding of treatment for renal anaemia
- Knowledge of Renal CV5 database
- Understanding of treatment for non-transplant immunosuppression
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
