The post holder will be responsible for the smooth and efficient running of doctor and nurse-led clinics and the delivery of skilled nursing interventions to outpatient attending for day case procedures. They will be responsible for the assessment of patients' care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

Main duties of the job

To deliver safe, competent, and compassionate care to renal patients attending clinic reviews and day-case procedures

To undertake haemodialysis for those with end stage kidney disease

To work unsupervised, as an effective, flexible team player

To deputise in the absence of senior staff to ensure continuity of care for patients attending the Renal Outpatients department.

To run and support a variety of medical and nurse-led clinics.

To assess patients holistically and refer to the multidisciplinary or community teams as required.

To delegate appropriately and act as an effective and professional role model within the nursing team

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Plans and delivers care and investigations to renal patients using competent skills in such areas as venepuncture, cannulation, administration of intravenous drugs, ECGs.Co-ordinates clinic activity and reviews patient care needs within the department, supporting the Healthcare Assistants running clinics.Interprets test results accurately leading to appropriate actions and referrals to the multidisciplinary team as appropriate.

Is actively involved in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs of care with a flexible approach, involving all members of the multidisciplinary health care team thus promoting patient-centred care.

Provide follow-up care via phone, for patients and carers, keeping them informed and supporting them while at home.Provides emotional and psychological support to patients and families coping with diagnosis and life-changing decisions on renal treatment and dialysis, referring to other professionals and agencies as needed.Enables patients and their families to understand renal failure and its treatment, and to gain access to further psycho-social support as required. Takes nursing lead in the care of patient groups with specific needs, such as people with a kidney transplant, vasculitis, diabetes, renal anaemia, etc, monitoring their test results and clinic follow-up by phone and in nurse-led clinics.Gives pre and post-procedure care to renal outpatients attending day procedures and intravenous infusions, monitoring and acting on their vital signs, escalating as indicated to the medical team. Actively participates as an effective team member, contributing to the efficient running of the department.Able to transfer patients between departments safely and appropriately according to Trust guidelines and internal operating policies, e.g. managing day case conversions to inpatient care safely.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse
• First Degree

Desirable

• Recognised Renal Course

Skills

Essential

• Competent in phlebotomy and venepuncture skills
• Competent in Cannulation skills
• Competent in IV therapy
• Basic IT skills
• Awareness and knowledge of General Nephrology
• Experience of working effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience as a S/N within a renal setting
• Haemodialysis and/or peritoneal skills
• Care of a patient on transplant waiting list and follow up care post-transplant
• Understanding of treatment for renal anaemia
• Knowledge of Renal CV5 database
• Understanding of treatment for non-transplant immunosuppression

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

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