Band 5 Renal Dialysis Nurse
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
The closing date is 08 May 2025
Job summary
Are you looking for a rewarding career in renal nursing? Join our dedicated Renal team and make a real difference in patients' lives.
We are seeking a Band 5 Registered Nurses with a passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This role offers a unique opportunity to support patients in managing their dialysis treatment at home, providing education, training, and ongoing clinical support. You will be part of a supportive and experienced team.
We will provide the in-house training you require to safely carry out your role in dialysis which includes specific dialysis training and further development opportunities within your role.
So, if you're a compassionate and motivated nurse looking to expand your skills in renal care, we'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
o Assessing, planning, and delivering haemodialysis treatment in accordance with individual patient needs.
o Monitoring patients' vital signs and dialysis efficiency throughout treatment.
o Administering prescribed medications, including anticoagulants like heparin.
o Ensuring the correct functioning of dialysis machines and troubleshooting technical issues.
o Educating patients and their families about dialysis procedures, fluid management, and dietary restrictions.
o Providing psychological and emotional support to patients undergoing long-term dialysis.
o Encouraging patient self-care and independence where appropriate.
o Adhering to strict infection control protocols to minimize the risk of complications.
o Ensuring safe handling and disposal of hazardous waste.
o Maintaining accurate documentation and updating patient records in compliance with NHS standards.
o Working closely with nephrologists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic patient care.
o Communicating patient progress and concerns with the wider renal team.
o Participating in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
o Keeping up to date with advancements in renal nursing and dialysis technology.
o Supervising and mentoring junior staff, student nurses, and healthcare assistants.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 17,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Date posted
24 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-CTC-BA-2165-A
Job locations
Basildon
Nethermayne
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Basildon
Nethermayne
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
For questions about the job, contact:
Supporting documents
Privacy notice
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)