Role Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our friendly team at the South Devon Satellite Kidney Unit, on the outskirts of Torquay.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
The South Devon Satellite Kidney Unit is a Nurse-led outpatient dialysis unit with 24 stations, providing haemodialysis 6 days a week.
Whether you are a Newly Qualified Nurse, or are ready for a different challenge, this role offers the opportunity to gain skills in a unique specialism.
Main duties of the job
On completion of renal competencies, the post holder will be required to:
- prioritise, assess, plan, evaluate and deliver all relevant aspects of care, including haemodialysis treatment and care of dialysis access (including needling fistula's and grafts aw well as use of central venous catheters)
- work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to on-going assessment of patients to optimise treatment and promote best outcomes
- act as a shift coordinator and delegate to team members, supervising unregistered staff
- promote high standards of quality care, in line with Trust values, policies and protocols
- undertake link nurse roles to ensure the holistic needs of patients are met and unit resources are managed effectively
- participate in continued professional development, including mandatory updates and renal specific competencies
Renal experience is not necessary as applicants will be given full haemodialysis training, with new staff being supported by a dedicated Clinical Practice Facilitator. Ongoing development is encouraged, with a variety of learning opportunities available throughout the renal service.
Applicants should demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and will be required to work collaboratively with dialysis unit staff and the wider renal MDT to provide high standards of clinical practice, as well as aspiring to improve services for patients.
The post holder will be supported in their role by the Clinical Nurse Manager and Band 6 Charge Nurses, as well as the existing team of very experienced Haemodialysis Nurses, Assistant Practitioners and Healthcare Support Workers.
Working Pattern: 30 hours per week. The working pattern will be a mixture of early (07:30-18:30) and late (12:00-23:00) shifts worked Monday-Saturday. We are closed on Sundays, Christmas Day and New Year's Day, with no overnight working required.
The unit benefits from a free car park and is close to local bus routes.
Interview Date: Tuesday 27th August 2024.
For further information please contact: Claire Wing, Clinical Nurse Manager or Tony Wilcock/Matt Winter, Charge Nurse on 01392 405870.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
