Staff Nurse - Auchi Acute Dialysis Unit

The Acute Dialysis Unit is a 23 stationed Acute Dialysis Unit with additional ward based dialysis. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent care for adult patients with renal failure requiring acute and complex maintenance haemodialysis treatment. This exciting opportunity and offers unique dialysis, plasma exchange and filtration experience on high dependency patients. Dialysis training provided and Renal course supported

We are seeking an inspirational Band 5 Staff Nurse who is passionate about joining an exceptional and dynamic multidisciplinary team. We believe in maintaining a respectful and caring environment which encourages a genuine team spirit. You should be determined to make a real difference are highly motivated and can demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.

This is an exciting opportunity and as part of our team you will take on the fascinating and challenging role of becoming a renal nurse. You will play an integral role in maintaining and developing a centre of clinical excellence and work in an environment that meets the needs of both clients and team members.

You will ideally have at least 6 months post registration experience. A willingness to undertake training within the speciality is essential as relevant education and training will be provided by an excellent in-service training programme supported by an established Renal Education Team.

We encourage all applicants to arrange an informal visit.

Main duties of the job

• Carry out planned care for a group of patients without direct supervision including inpatient wards and units as required.
• Ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence based, individualised patient care
• Assist and advise unregistered staff in the delivery of patient care
• Maintain accurate clinical observations of the patient and act accordingly
• Undertake nursing haemodialysis procedures
• Participate in monthly blood results audit. Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team on evaluation of nursing care.
• Have responsibility for the correct administration and custody of medicines according to Trust policy including competence in renal Patient Group Directives.
• Physical exposure to blood and body fluids, use of needles with larger gauges, disposal of dialysis wastes
• Exposure to chemical hazards that are used in the disinfecting of machines frequently.
• Frequently pushing and pulling of machines and electric chairs and the distribution of dialysis solutions (5 litres). Manual dexterity required to connect and disconnect haemodialysis lines.
• 90% standing on shift as both the patients and dialysis machines require frequent monitoring.
• Attend on call rota and perform other special procedures in renal replacement therapy i.e. plasmapheresis, hemodiafiltration if in possession of renal nurse qualification or indicated on personal development plan.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

• Registered Nurse

Experience

• A minimum 6 months experience in medical ward or acute care setting.
• Experience in haemodialysis

Skills

• Basic IT skills
• Competency in medication administration including IV drug administration or willingness and ability to undergo training

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.