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Fresenius Medical Care (UK) Ltd

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Job summary

Are you an NMC Registered Nurse (General/Learning Disability/Mental Health) seeking an exciting new opportunity to learn specialist skills in renal dialysis nursing? OR are you an NMC Registered Nurse with renal experience, looking to take your next career steps with the worlds largest provider of dialysis products and services?

Main duties of the job

What does the role involve?Being a Dialysis nurse requires commitment and passion along with the skills and competencies to juggle the technical nursing aspect whilst giving holistic care. You will be working autonomously, responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of care for dialysis patients with chronic kidney disease or acute kidney injury.

About us

Who is Fresenius Medical Care?We are the leading provider of dialysis services to the NHS, operating 52 partnership dialysis units that together provide regular dialysis treatment to over 3,800 NHS patients in the UK. We are part of a global company treating over 344,000 patients worldwide across over 4,000 clinics. We also operate 44 production sites on all continents to provide dialysis products such as dialysis machines, dialysers and related disposables. 1 in every 2 of all dialysis machines used around the globe are manufactured by Fresenius Medical Care and we are the 3rd largest medical devices company in the world.For more information please visit Fresenius Medical Cares provider website, www.nephrocare.co.uk.

Date posted

31 July 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,300 to £33,075 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0237-R0100595

Job locations

Blackpool Wyre & Fylde Community Health Services Nhs Trust, Pershore Road

Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire

FY8 1PB


Job description

Job responsibilities

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Registered Nurse - Renal Dialysis Unit

This post is eligible for a Welcome Bonus of £2,500* (taxable) for successful candidates, split into 2 instalments, one at passing probation (6 months) and the next at 18 months in post (pro rata if applicable). Alternatively we can offer relocation packages* for those looking to relocate to Blackpool and the surrounding areas

*T&C's apply (External candidates only)

You may have NHS experience or have worked in the private care sector, but whatever your Nursing background, with the right attitude and aptitude we have an opportunity for you!

Lytham St Annes/Clifton Dialysis Unit operates 24 haemodialysis stations, serving up to 112 patients, in partnership with Royal Preston Hospitals NHS Trust using only the latest equipment. Nursing is planned at a ratio of 1:4 patients, and you will be supported by HCAs on each shift.

This is a full time role of 37.5 hours a week. Current days are working various shifts between 6.30am to 11.00pm Monday/Wednesday/Friday and 6.30am to 6.00pm Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday.

What can we offer you?

Here at Fresenius Medical Care we provide excellent and continuous Training and Development throughout your career, supported by dedicated Clinical Teachers. On joining, you will enrol on our 8 week Fundamental Dialysis Programme, which is accredited by the European Dialysis and Transplant Nurses Association/European Renal Care Association. Thereafter, we continue to provide training and education opportunities which significantly exceed the CPD hours required for NMC revalidation and help take your career to the next level.

We offer a competitive salary UPTO £31,500 - Progression through the pay scale will be underpinned by a Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) for each role, allowing employees greater career development potential, aligned to in-house training programmes.

Alongside this we offer a wealth of other fantastic benefits listed below:

No Sunday or Night Shift Working

Unsocial Hours Payments

Company Pension Scheme and Life Assurance

33 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service

Christmas Day and New Years Day off

Overtime (time and a half after completing full-time hours 150 hours every 4 weeks)

Paid Breaks

Free Parking, Uniform, Tea & Coffee, Flu Vaccine and Christmas Meal

Health Shield company paid health cash plan

Long Service Vouchers

Refer a Friend Scheme (£1000 per referral if successful)

Sick Pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Support for training where applicable for career development

bhsf RISE - our Health and Wellbeing hub with 24/7 access to GPs and Counsellors

Blue Light Card - discounts online and in-store.

iChoose Employee saving scheme with great discounts including phone contracts

We are a growing and ambitious company who invests in talent and creates an environment where you can grow too. Come on our journey with us, see your skills develop and be rewarded for the exceptional care you give!

Nurse posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure

Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunities employer

FRES21

To apply for this position, please use the following URL:https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=05e2b6a3819e2cbfdf2bc10f3a6a3f50

Job description

Job responsibilities

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Registered Nurse - Renal Dialysis Unit

This post is eligible for a Welcome Bonus of £2,500* (taxable) for successful candidates, split into 2 instalments, one at passing probation (6 months) and the next at 18 months in post (pro rata if applicable). Alternatively we can offer relocation packages* for those looking to relocate to Blackpool and the surrounding areas

*T&C's apply (External candidates only)

You may have NHS experience or have worked in the private care sector, but whatever your Nursing background, with the right attitude and aptitude we have an opportunity for you!

Lytham St Annes/Clifton Dialysis Unit operates 24 haemodialysis stations, serving up to 112 patients, in partnership with Royal Preston Hospitals NHS Trust using only the latest equipment. Nursing is planned at a ratio of 1:4 patients, and you will be supported by HCAs on each shift.

This is a full time role of 37.5 hours a week. Current days are working various shifts between 6.30am to 11.00pm Monday/Wednesday/Friday and 6.30am to 6.00pm Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday.

What can we offer you?

Here at Fresenius Medical Care we provide excellent and continuous Training and Development throughout your career, supported by dedicated Clinical Teachers. On joining, you will enrol on our 8 week Fundamental Dialysis Programme, which is accredited by the European Dialysis and Transplant Nurses Association/European Renal Care Association. Thereafter, we continue to provide training and education opportunities which significantly exceed the CPD hours required for NMC revalidation and help take your career to the next level.

We offer a competitive salary UPTO £31,500 - Progression through the pay scale will be underpinned by a Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) for each role, allowing employees greater career development potential, aligned to in-house training programmes.

Alongside this we offer a wealth of other fantastic benefits listed below:

No Sunday or Night Shift Working

Unsocial Hours Payments

Company Pension Scheme and Life Assurance

33 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service

Christmas Day and New Years Day off

Overtime (time and a half after completing full-time hours 150 hours every 4 weeks)

Paid Breaks

Free Parking, Uniform, Tea & Coffee, Flu Vaccine and Christmas Meal

Health Shield company paid health cash plan

Long Service Vouchers

Refer a Friend Scheme (£1000 per referral if successful)

Sick Pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Support for training where applicable for career development

bhsf RISE - our Health and Wellbeing hub with 24/7 access to GPs and Counsellors

Blue Light Card - discounts online and in-store.

iChoose Employee saving scheme with great discounts including phone contracts

We are a growing and ambitious company who invests in talent and creates an environment where you can grow too. Come on our journey with us, see your skills develop and be rewarded for the exceptional care you give!

Nurse posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure

Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunities employer

FRES21

To apply for this position, please use the following URL:https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=05e2b6a3819e2cbfdf2bc10f3a6a3f50

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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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Fresenius Medical Care (UK) Ltd

Address

Blackpool Wyre & Fylde Community Health Services Nhs Trust, Pershore Road

Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire

FY8 1PB


Employer's website

http://www.freseniusmedicalcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Fresenius Medical Care (UK) Ltd

Address

Blackpool Wyre & Fylde Community Health Services Nhs Trust, Pershore Road

Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire

FY8 1PB


Employer's website

http://www.freseniusmedicalcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Lauren Dickie

lauren.dickie@fmc-ag.com

+447443238793

Date posted

31 July 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,300 to £33,075 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0237-R0100595

Job locations

Blackpool Wyre & Fylde Community Health Services Nhs Trust, Pershore Road

Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire

FY8 1PB


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