Staff Nurse

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Job overview

The Renal Community Nurse is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to adults receiving home dialysis therapies, including Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) and Home Haemodialysis (HHD). Working as part of the Renal Community and Home Therapies Team, the post holder will support patients to safely manage their treatment at home through education, training, assessment and ongoing clinical support.

The post holder will undertake home visits, outpatient clinic activity and virtual patient reviews, monitoring patients’ clinical condition and responding to complications associated with renal replacement therapies. They will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to promote independence, improve patient outcomes and support patients to maintain dialysis treatment within their home environment.

The role includes supporting service development, quality improvement, audit and research activity where appropriate. The post holder will contribute to maintaining high standards of clinical care, patient safety and governance whilst acting as an advocate for patients and their families throughout their renal care pathway.

The role involves regular travel to patients' homes, community settings and Trust sites. Therefore, the post holder must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for business use. Mileage expenses will be reimbursed in line with Trust policy.

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• Delivery of effective health care within the organisation.

• Recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.

• Co-ordinate, organise and prioritise the work of the nursing team on a day-to-day basis.

• Supervise others and participate in their education and development.

• Maintain effective and efficient communication with the Unit Manager and MDT.

• Adhere to the UHL Uniform policy at all times.

• Ensure own compliance and NMC Professional re-registration requirements.

• Promote patient dignity, equality, diversity and rights.

• Ensure own and all nursing practice is, at all times, in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and raise any concerns with the Unit Manager.

• Use health-related information only for the purposes for which it is intended and in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

• Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times and information relating to patient/users and personnel is used only in connection with authorised duties.

• Move and handle patients and goods in ways that promote the health of the patient and care team and that are consistent with legislation.

• Responsible for the maintenance of a clean and safe environment adhering to IPC protocols.

Working for our organisation

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• This role requires the ability to develop strong collaborative relationships across organisational boundaries to support patients receiving home dialysis therapies and to contribute to the ongoing development of renal services.

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients undertaking home dialysis therapies, including Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) and Home Haemodialysis (HHD).

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised programmes of care for patients within their home environment and outpatient settings.

• Monitor patients' physical, psychological and social wellbeing, escalating concerns appropriately and coordinating care with the wider multidisciplinary team.

• Provide ongoing monitoring, troubleshooting and support for patients established on home dialysis therapies.

• Undertake home visits, telephone reviews and virtual consultations as required to ensure safe and effective treatment delivery.

• Identify and address barriers to successful home therapy, promoting independence and patient self-management.

• Work collaboratively with nephrologists, specialist nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, psychologists, social workers and community healthcare professionals.

• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, patient reviews and discharge planning processes.

• Facilitate effective communication between primary, secondary and community care providers.

• Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive patient records using electronic and paper-based documentation systems.

• Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives and service evaluations to support continual improvement.

• Ensure compliance with Trust policies, professional standards, clinical guidelines and regulatory requirements.

• Act as a role model for professional practice and demonstrate Trust values at all times.

• Support students, new staff and colleagues in their learning and development.

• Contribute positively to team objectives and service priorities, demonstrating flexibility to meet service needs.

• Promote a positive patient experience through compassionate, person-centred care.

• Support patients and families to make informed choices regarding renal replacement therapy options.

• Contribute to the evaluation and development of home dialysis services, providing feedback and suggestions for service improvement.

• Support research, audit and quality improvement projects relevant to renal and home dialysis services.

• Assist with patient recruitment, data collection and implementation of research findings into clinical practice where appropriate.

• Promote an evidence-based approach to patient care and contribute to the dissemination of learning within the team.

• You will be required to maintain compliance with all statutory and mandatory training requirements.

please see job description/person specification for further details on the role.

Additional Information

Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.

Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.

UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.

The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

COVID 19 Risk Assessment

Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.

The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

Covid Vaccination Status

Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.