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Job Overview
An exciting opportunity is available within the Leicester Renal Community Team for a Band 5 Nurse.
A 1st level registered nurse with at least 12 months’ post-registration experience is required. Knowledge of renal nursing and dialysis is desirable.
The Renal Community Team offers a supportive environment to develop specialist nursing skills. Responsibilities include planning and delivering high-quality care for various renal patients, providing pre-dialysis education, training patients on peritoneal dialysis and home haemodialysis, supporting patients and families in the community, and reviewing patients in clinic and inpatient settings.
The Leicester Renal Community Team has visible and supportive leadership, offering guidance to ensure a seamless transition into the team. Evidence of continuous professional development within the last 12 months is essential, alongside relevant skills and aspirations.
Core working hours are Monday to Friday, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.
Main Duties of the Role
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for patients.
- Deliver comprehensive education programs to patients and families, enabling informed choices for kidney replacement therapy in home environments.
- Provide advice, support, and information to patients and carers within the scope of knowledge and experience.
- Collaborate closely with senior team members and contribute to managing and organising community clinical areas.
- Set and maintain high standards of nursing care.
- Participate actively in the education, development, and supervision of staff members.
- Act as a clinical role model, supporting students and learners on placement.
- Work collaboratively with professionals and agencies to address patient needs, ensuring health education and promotion.
- Organise and perform investigations in community settings, supporting staff in providing a “drop-in” renal day service.
About the Organisation
The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has a strategy (2023-2030) aimed at achieving four primary goals:
- High-quality care for all.
- Being a great place to work.
- Partnerships for impact.
- Research and education excellence.
Health equality underpins all efforts, focusing on reducing avoidable healthcare disparities through active community engagement.
Core values include compassion, pride, inclusivity, and teamwork. These guide efforts to enhance services for patients and the wider community.
Detailed Job Description and Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patient nursing needs, planning, and delivering care according to changing requirements.
- Ensure accurate reporting and record-keeping of patient information.
- Involve patients and carers in care planning and delivery.
- Maintain high standards of infection prevention in a safe environment.
- Collaborate with other professionals to support safe discharge and ongoing care needs.
- Establish effective communication with patients and carers.
- Respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- One year of post-registration experience.
- Evidence of up-to-date professional development portfolios.
- Teaching and assessing qualifications.
Desirable Criteria
- Previous renal experience.
- Intermediate or advanced communication course certification.
- Clinical skills assessment qualification.
Additional Information
Applications must be submitted by midnight, 12th December 2024. Vacancies may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.
Applicants are advised to monitor email accounts regularly, including junk mail, for updates throughout the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunities
The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Applicants with disabilities meeting the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Reasonable adjustments will be considered at every stage of the recruitment process.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check
Roles involving regulated activities require DBS checks. Costs for these checks will initially be covered by the Trust and later deducted from salaries.
COVID-19 Considerations
A mandatory pre-employment COVID-19 risk assessment ensures safety for staff, patients, and visitors. Adjustments will be considered for vulnerable categories, in consultation with Occupational Health and management.
Vaccination is encouraged to protect colleagues, patients, and service users.
The Trust is dedicated to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring healthcare services are tailored to the diverse needs of Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.
Flexible working options are actively promoted to support work-life balance.
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