Job summary
Continuous expansion in our Renal Home Therapies (RHT) programmes requires appropriate & skilled workforce. We aim to provide the best care and keep patients safe at home. We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, hardworking and passionate renal nurse. This role will enhance your knowledge, skills and experience both in Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) & Home Haemodialysis (HHD) and gain management experience. You will have opportunities to work autonomously and collaboratively with the Multi-Disciplinary Team.
A skilled renal nurse with substantive renal experience (passionate for teaching and excellent communication skills), in possession of a relevant specialist and recognised renal course and able to travel/make use of public transport for home/community visits are the essentials.
We currently have 3 sites delivering HHD training, including the main hub for the wider RHT located at Hammersmith Hospital (HH). PD Training is carried out externally with the vision to bring it on site in the future.
A full UK driving licence as well as an experienced, competent and skilled in handling home dialysis machines: NxStage in HHD & Claria APD in PD is desirable.
Main duties of the job
- To support the home therapies patient program, providing high quality, effective, individualized care through the assessment of patient care needs to develop, implement and evaluate them with supervision.
- To prioritize a program of education and training that is individualized to patients' needs that ensures consistency, thoroughness and safety. To support the patient, independently planning safe transfer home in a timely manner.
- Monitor and maintain high standards of nursing care and take appropriate action for continuous improvement
- To respond to patients, relatives and carers' concerns as they arise and take remedial action as required
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Relevant specialist course
- Evidence of continuing professional development demonstrating advanced assessment skills
Desirable
- Graduate BSC/MSC
- Teaching Qualification (ENB 998/Slice or equivalent experience)
Experience
Essential
- Renal experience (> 6months)
- Extensive experience both in PD and in HHD - acute and chronic.
- Experienced, competent, knowledgeable and skilled in handling dialysis machines, e.g., Claria APD, NxStage HHD machine, etc
Desirable
- Previous work experience in PD or Home HD
- Experience of being a Team Leader / Deputy In charge
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Organization and management skills.
- Excellent teaching skills
- IT skills including use of email and office packages
- Competency in medication administration including IV drugs.
Desirable
- Knowledge of budget management
- Knowledge of Health & Safety management
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Relevant specialist course
- Evidence of continuing professional development demonstrating advanced assessment skills
Desirable
- Graduate BSC/MSC
- Teaching Qualification (ENB 998/Slice or equivalent experience)
Experience
Essential
- Renal experience (> 6months)
- Extensive experience both in PD and in HHD - acute and chronic.
- Experienced, competent, knowledgeable and skilled in handling dialysis machines, e.g., Claria APD, NxStage HHD machine, etc
Desirable
- Previous work experience in PD or Home HD
- Experience of being a Team Leader / Deputy In charge
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Organization and management skills.
- Excellent teaching skills
- IT skills including use of email and office packages
- Competency in medication administration including IV drugs.
Desirable
- Knowledge of budget management
- Knowledge of Health & Safety management
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).
