Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a experienced Band 6 /7 registered nurse looking to expand their management and leadership skills in running a nurse-led haemodialysis satellite unit This post is for 37.5 hours a week based in Buckland hospital
The working times are 06:30-18:30 when working clinically otherwise 06:30 till 16:30 /17:30 These times will change due to service needs. This is on rostered basis including weekends and on call Monday to Saturday and bank holidays
We are looking for an individual who is experienced in haemodialysis and had some management/leadership experience. Within this role you will be managing a small team and be responsible for cohort of dialysis patients.
The unit currently has 46 patients doing three times a week dialysis Monday to Saturday morning and afternoon
The main duties of this role include providing leadership and support to dialysis unit team in delivering haemodialysis treatment to patients . This will include undertaking patients clinical assessments which includes fluid status, treatment prescriptions, anaemia, transplant and diabetes management.
The post holder will be expected to do on-call and if needed support other units across East and West Kent
Main duties of the job
To provide clinical, professional and managerial leadership to the unit team,ensuring high standards of research based practice and clinical care.
The post holder will use teaching, facilitation and supervisory skills to develop and maintain safe competent practice within a clinical environment conducive to reflective practice
Management of staff including sickness management, rostering of staff, performance reviews along with being responsible for finance including management of unit budget and the health and safety .
The post holder will be the first point of contact for patients and relatives and will be responsible for the management of complaints, care and management of the dialysis patients and will be liaising with patient transport.
To ensure that the nursing staff within areas of responsibility in the dialysis unit are developed to offer a professional, skilled, competent and quality service . To ensure standards and service requirements are met within the home dialysis department
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide clinical, professional and managerial leadership to the unit team,ensuring high standards of research based practice and clinical care.
The post holder will use teaching, facilitation and supervisory skills to develop and maintain safe competent practice within a clinical environment conducive to reflective practice
Management of staff including sickness management, rostering of staff, performance reviews along with being responsible for finance including management of unit budget and the health and safety .
The post holder will be the first point of contact for patients and relatives and will be responsible for the management of complaints, care and management of the dialysis patients and will be liaising with patient transport.
To ensure that the nursing staff within areas of responsibility in the dialysis unit are developed to offer a professional, skilled, competent and quality service . To ensure standards and service requirements are met within the home dialysis department
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide clinical, professional and managerial leadership to the unit team,ensuring high standards of research based practice and clinical care.
The post holder will use teaching, facilitation and supervisory skills to develop and maintain safe competent practice within a clinical environment conducive to reflective practice
Management of staff including sickness management, rostering of staff, performance reviews along with being responsible for finance including management of unit budget and the health and safety .
The post holder will be the first point of contact for patients and relatives and will be responsible for the management of complaints, care and management of the dialysis patients and will be liaising with patient transport.
To ensure that the nursing staff within areas of responsibility in the dialysis unit are developed to offer a professional, skilled, competent and quality service . To ensure standards and service requirements are met within the home dialysis department
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 4 Years renal experience, two of which at Band 6 level in Haemodialysis
- Demonstrable experience in managing change.
Desirable
- Some experience in budget management
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Diploma/Degree
- ENB 998/ Mentor Preparation ENB 136 or relevant qualification
Desirable
- Leadership programme 1st degree or willing to work towards
- Renal Course or Module
Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills
- Renal clinical credibility
- Haemodialysis skills
Desirable
- Evidence of advanced clinical practice in a renal environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical Governance frameworks and Risk Management Issues
- Current best practice within renal Evidence of research based practice
Desirable
- Staff Management
- Leadership Knowledge
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 4 Years renal experience, two of which at Band 6 level in Haemodialysis
- Demonstrable experience in managing change.
Desirable
- Some experience in budget management
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Diploma/Degree
- ENB 998/ Mentor Preparation ENB 136 or relevant qualification
Desirable
- Leadership programme 1st degree or willing to work towards
- Renal Course or Module
Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills
- Renal clinical credibility
- Haemodialysis skills
Desirable
- Evidence of advanced clinical practice in a renal environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical Governance frameworks and Risk Management Issues
- Current best practice within renal Evidence of research based practice
Desirable
- Staff Management
- Leadership Knowledge
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).
