Job summary
Interested in an area different to a normal ward?
Are you enthusiastic, motivated a team player with good communication skills?
Cossham Dialysis Unit is a 24-station outpatient satellite haemodialysis unit here at the Cossham hospital site. We are open 6 days a week Monday to Saturday 06:30- 1900 working long days. We provide haemodialysis treatment to our local dialysis population. We provide renal care of the highest standard.
You will be joining a friendly, professional nursing team. Working with a registered nurse you will provide haemodialysis treatment for a group of patients each day.
We will support your ongoing career development and provide a significant orientation period to teach you how to dialyse and care for our patients.
Renal experience is useful but not essential.
Please note: this advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. This vacancy is for a part time position, 23 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
At North Bristol NHS Trust, we commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.
In this role;
- You will work under the indirect supervision of a registered nurse on shift
- You will have responsibility for a caseload of patients each shift undertaking the patient's pre dialysis assessment, setting up the dialysis machine and connecting the patient, checking the patient's observations during their treatment, disconnecting the patient from the dialysis machine and carrying out post dialysis care.
- Complete all patient documentation each treatment
- Carry out routine equipment checks daily
- Contribute to keeping the Dialysis unit tidy, clean, and help to maintain stock levels
- Support the registered nurses with named patient responsibilities
- Opportunity to support the registered nurse with link role responsibilities e.g. diabetes, falls prevention, infection control
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support registered nursing staff in the provision of basic nursing care to patients by assisting patients with required needs and carry out haemodialysis treatment.
- Line and prime machine in preparation for dialysis.
- Carry out routine preparation of patients for dialysis treatment.
- Check weight and blood pressure; calculate fluid removal required for that treatment.
- Be able to use vascular access under the supervision of the registered nurse whilst maintaining patient safety.
- Commence and discontinue dialysis under the supervision of the registered nurse.
- Report any changes in patient condition to the nurse in charge for assessment and review.
- Monitor and document the patients observations throughout the treatment procedure.
- Help to promote and maintain a clean and comfortable environment
- Help to ensure unit stock levels are maintained
- Contribute towards a team approach to patient care, in conjunction with nursing colleagues, medical staff and professions allied to renal medicine.
- Always ensure courtesy and respect.
- Contribute to accurate written and computerised documentation relevant to patient care always ensuring confidentiality of patient information e.g., fluid charts, care plans, recording of weight and dialysis prescriptions.
- Maintain personal standards of hygiene and always use universal precautions to limit cross infection.
- After completion of appropriate training, prepare patients for and undertake agreed clinical activities such as:
- Minor dressings (not applicable in A&E)
- Management of continence
- Obtain specimens as required
- Blood sugar analysis
- Assist with the provision of patient refreshments each session as required
Please refer to the Job Description attached for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support registered nursing staff in the provision of basic nursing care to patients by assisting patients with required needs and carry out haemodialysis treatment.
- Line and prime machine in preparation for dialysis.
- Carry out routine preparation of patients for dialysis treatment.
- Check weight and blood pressure; calculate fluid removal required for that treatment.
- Be able to use vascular access under the supervision of the registered nurse whilst maintaining patient safety.
- Commence and discontinue dialysis under the supervision of the registered nurse.
- Report any changes in patient condition to the nurse in charge for assessment and review.
- Monitor and document the patients observations throughout the treatment procedure.
- Help to promote and maintain a clean and comfortable environment
- Help to ensure unit stock levels are maintained
- Contribute towards a team approach to patient care, in conjunction with nursing colleagues, medical staff and professions allied to renal medicine.
- Always ensure courtesy and respect.
- Contribute to accurate written and computerised documentation relevant to patient care always ensuring confidentiality of patient information e.g., fluid charts, care plans, recording of weight and dialysis prescriptions.
- Maintain personal standards of hygiene and always use universal precautions to limit cross infection.
- After completion of appropriate training, prepare patients for and undertake agreed clinical activities such as:
- Minor dressings (not applicable in A&E)
- Management of continence
- Obtain specimens as required
- Blood sugar analysis
- Assist with the provision of patient refreshments each session as required
Please refer to the Job Description attached for further details.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 or equivalent
- IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills, data collection
Desirable
- NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3
Work Experience
Essential
- Previous hospital/care environment experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 or equivalent
- IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills, data collection
Desirable
- NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3
Work Experience
Essential
- Previous hospital/care environment experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills.
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).
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).
