Cunliffe ward at the Wrexham Maelor Hospital is a progressive, supportive environment with a dynamic and motivated team.We consider ourselves to be a friendly supportive ward and very keen to recruit dedicated and enthusiastic permanent nurses wishing to gain experience in Nephrology. The ward has a specialist interest in renal medicine and provides both Haemodialysis (HD) and Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) for both acute and chronic patients in the ward setting. There are five beds designated for patients receiving haemodialysis, four of which are located in the Renal High Dependency bay.Service users with Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), advanced Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), on dialysis therapies or who have previously received a kidney transplant requiring medical care will be nursed on this ward as well as those with general medical conditions.Patients on Cunliffe Ward can present with a variety of conditions with differing holistic and social needs. Such needs present a challenge for the nurses on the ward enabling them to develop their nursing skills to a high standard. Individualised care is a priority for the team and the Fundamentals of Care tool is most frequently used as part of the assessment framework process.

Main duties of the job

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The successful candidate will be required (dependent on level of experience) to take charge of a group of patients/clients with the guidance and supervision of the person with continuing responsibility/ Nurse in charge.

To assess the patients nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in order to ensure the delivery of effective patient care.

To ensure the principles set out in the Fundamentals of Care are incorporated into daily practice to ensure a high quality service for the patients and clients.

To maintain patients nursing records to ensure information is accurate and up to date and to ensure that patients and carers/relatives are involved in the planning and delivery of care.

To take a proactive role in the management of risk. i.e. risk assessments, reporting incidents and near misses.

To undertake all reasonable precautions for a safe and secure environment for self and others in accordance with Health and Safety legislation reporting any areas of concern to the Nurse in Charge.

With the relevant experience act as a supervisor , mentor or assessor for students or Healthcare support workers and develop own skills and knowledge and contribute to development of others.

To maintain active status on NMC Register Act in accordance with NMC Code and guiding documents.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

In exchange for your flexibility and commitment we can offer a full induction on the ward, regular appraisals and feedback, and a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

For newly qualified nurses we offer a comprehensive preceptorship and opportunities to develop personally and professionally as well as line management and supervision from a designated matron.Further development opportunities and training programs are also available i.e. Renal Degree Modules and Haemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis experience

We have close links with the renal unit and work alongside renal specialist nurses and this also provides exciting opportunities for career progression to specialise within Nephrology when relevant experience is gained.Examples of career opportunities: Haemodialysis Nurse (HD) Home therapies Nurse (PD) Anaemia Nurse CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) Nurse Vascular Access Nurse

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registered Evidence to be provided at interview

Desirable

• Evidence of post registration study and training eg POVA

Experience

Essential

• Pre registration evidence in direct nursing care. Experience of providing holistic nursing care Interest in developing nursing skills

Desirable

• Clear understanding of clinical governance framework Implement evidence based practice

Skills

Essential

• Clear understanding of contract of care Ability to document details clearly and accurately Clear understanding of consent process Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of incident reporting policy Awareness of Policies Knowledge of incident reporting policy

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

050-NMR699-0724-A