Associate Dialysis Support Worker - Cardiff North Dialysis Unit

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities and Duties While Undergoing Supervised Training:

To develop both practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the pre and post dialysis patient assessment:-

- accurate assessment , calculation and documentation of fluid status and goal.

- accurate assessment and documentation of patients blood pressure, pulse and temperature (as required).

- to undertake and successfully complete the NVQ Level 3 modules in Clinical Support & Dialysis

To demonstrate accurate and timely patient documentation:-

- maintain accurate hourly records of treatment during dialysis.

- maintain accurate final patient evaluation post dialysis

- Ensure all work is countersigned by allocated qualified nurse on duty.

To develop both practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the AVF/AVG vascular access care of a dialysis patient:-

- to demonstrate a competent aseptic technique.

- to demonstrate a safe & efficient placement and removal of arterio-venous fistula needles.

- Associate DSW Staff are permitted to administer subcutaneous anesthetic for AVF/AVG

needle insertions.

- To demonstrate a safe blood sampling technique as per Avitum policy and procedure.

- Associate DSW Staff are not permitted to undertake care of any patients with CVC access.

To develop both competent practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the connection and disconnection care of an AVF/AVG dialysis patient:-

- to demonstrate a safe and competent dialysis access connection.

- to demonstrate a safe and competent dialysis access disconnection.

- Associate DSW Staff are not permitted to administer any Intravenous medication during

dialysis.

Preparation of the clinical area:-

- to ensure dialysis area and equipment is safe and ready for use.

- to ensure dialysis prescription data is entered correctly.

- to provide a safe and compliant disposal of clinical and general waste.

To demonstrate efficient use of dialysis consumables.

To continue expanding knowledge base and skills in relation to the care of renal patients.

To provide general support to the unit routine, escorting patients to the wards, blood specimens and pharmacy errands.

To take on the Healthcare Assistant role when required.

To work within the Avitum Policies and Procedures and adhere to the Quality Manual and Environmental, Health and Safety Guidelines.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Clinical Care or equivalent
• Willingness to undertake NVQ Level 3 additional modules in Clinical Care (if required) and Dialysis

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a clinical care setting (either through work experience or student placement)

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Aptitude for acquiring clinical skill techniques.
• To be able to demonstrate empathy and sympathy
• To demonstrate a willingness to learn
• Self-motivated
• Good organisational skills
• Good communication skills
• Professional
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Punctual
• To undertake a satisfactory DBS check

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.

Employer details

Employer name

B Braun Avitum (UK) Ltd

Address

Cardiff North Dialysis Unit

Croescadarn Close

Cardiff

CF23 8HE

Employer's website

https://www.bbraun.co.uk/en/company/career/avitum.html (Opens in a new tab)