Registered Nurse - Pontypool Dialysis Unit
Bringing our expertise as a reliable partner and advocate for our patients through every single step of their dialysis journey is very important to us. By sharing our experience with you, we can offer you the opportunity to become a valued member of our compassionate and innovative team, helping us to improve the quality of life for our patients. Pontypool Dialysis Unit is a dynamic 18 station unit providing haemodialysis treatment for 66 patients in partnership with the NHS Trust. The unit operates safe staffing with a protected 3:1 patient to nurse ratio. We are committed to supporting your professional journey. Whether you're a newly qualified nurse, have no prior dialysis experience or returning to practice we offer a fantastic
Preceptorship Programme
which is designed to help you transition smoothly and excel in your career. Training is provided on a supernumerary basis by an allocated unit mentor(s), which is supported by the Practice Development Nurse team with regular on-site meetings. Main duties of the job
To develop and expand theoretical knowledge and practical skills involved in the care of a dialysis patient. To demonstrate competent and efficient patient assessment care needs, coordinating with the unit link role resources and multidisciplinary team, to ensure patients receive their optimum care. To demonstrate a proactive mentorship approach to the team, acting as a resource in the unit team, empowering patients, qualified nurses, ancillary staff and student nurses to share knowledge and skills. Hours of work: Full time role working 37.5 hours per week, 3 x 11.5 hour shifts per week plus an additional top up shift every 4 weeks. Long Day = 07:00 -18:30, Monday to Saturday on a rota'd shift system. No Sunday working and no night shifts. We expect staff to work flexibly and work shifts depending on the need of the business. Please note, salary will be dependent on previous dialysis experience or experience working in acute care. *Please note, job titles advertised might differ from those offered due to the need for broader appeal in adverts. Upon employment, titles might be adjusted to reflect specific roles and align with internal structures. About us
In return we will provide the following benefits: Annual leave 35 days (inclusive of 8 days Bank Holiday) Enhancements payable for unsocial hours NMC Registration paid for Company Pension scheme - employer contribution match up to 7% Free onsite parking Paid leave for up to 1 day volunteering time Christmas Day and New Years Day off Training and validation support Life assurance 3 x annual salary Occupational Sick Pay Enhanced family friendly payments Recognition and long service awards Employee Referral Scheme Free Uniform Fruit basket provided once a month Health and wellbeing activities Group income protection Learning and development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential Employee Assistance Helpline with qualified counsellors 24/7 Access to our benefits app with fantastic discounts from hundreds of retailers and instant access to your digital payslip Optional benefits: Westfield Health Cash Plan Blue Light Card Discounted gym membership Cycle to work scheme Access to The Company Shop Costco wholesale membership WSL 40% off Will writing service Job responsibilities
As an Avitum employee, you will demonstrate a commitment to abide by the Avitum UK Commitments and Guiding Principles and strive to perform according to these standards at all times. B Braun Avitum UK as an Organisation and its staff are responsible for the protection of themselves and others, within their care, against all infection risks. All staff, both non-clinical and clinical, are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures and to report any concerns or problems to the B Braun Avitum UK management team. All staff directly undertaking patient care will complete a mandatory annual Infection Control Training update as provided by B Braun Avitum UK in coordination with their partner NHS Trusts. To develop and expand theoretical knowledge and practical skills involved in the care of a dialysis patient. To demonstrate an active and effective clinical practice, providing a safe, high quality care for patients, achieving compliance with established procedures and codes of conduct and practice at all times, recognising and accepting individual skill and knowledge limitations and reporting when medical intervention is necessary. To demonstrate competent and efficient patient assessment care needs, coordinating with the unit link role resources and multidisciplinary team, to ensure patients receive their optimum care. Person Specification
Qualifications
RGN with current NMC registration Renal Course Certification Experience
Additional Criteria
Ability to work independently and as part of a team Aptitude for acquiring clinical skill techniques To be able to demonstrate empathy and sympathy To demonstrate a willingness to learn Self-motivated To maintain professional and educational development in accordance with Revalidation and NMC registration Good organisational skills Good team working skills Professional Reliable Adaptable Punctual To undertake a satisfactory DBS check Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Bringing our expertise as a reliable partner and advocate for our patients through every single step of their dialysis journey is very important to us. By sharing our experience with you, we can offer you the opportunity to become a valued member of our compassionate and innovative team, helping us to improve the quality of life for our patients. Pontypool Dialysis Unit is a dynamic 18 station unit providing haemodialysis treatment for 66 patients in partnership with the NHS Trust. The unit operates safe staffing with a protected 3:1 patient to nurse ratio. We are committed to supporting your professional journey. Whether you're a newly qualified nurse, have no prior dialysis experience or returning to practice we offer a fantastic
Preceptorship Programme
which is designed to help you transition smoothly and excel in your career. Training is provided on a supernumerary basis by an allocated unit mentor(s), which is supported by the Practice Development Nurse team with regular on-site meetings. Main duties of the job
To develop and expand theoretical knowledge and practical skills involved in the care of a dialysis patient. To demonstrate competent and efficient patient assessment care needs, coordinating with the unit link role resources and multidisciplinary team, to ensure patients receive their optimum care. To demonstrate a proactive mentorship approach to the team, acting as a resource in the unit team, empowering patients, qualified nurses, ancillary staff and student nurses to share knowledge and skills. Hours of work: Full time role working 37.5 hours per week, 3 x 11.5 hour shifts per week plus an additional top up shift every 4 weeks. Long Day = 07:00 -18:30, Monday to Saturday on a rota'd shift system. No Sunday working and no night shifts. We expect staff to work flexibly and work shifts depending on the need of the business. Please note, salary will be dependent on previous dialysis experience or experience working in acute care. *Please note, job titles advertised might differ from those offered due to the need for broader appeal in adverts. Upon employment, titles might be adjusted to reflect specific roles and align with internal structures. About us
In return we will provide the following benefits: Annual leave 35 days (inclusive of 8 days Bank Holiday) Enhancements payable for unsocial hours NMC Registration paid for Company Pension scheme - employer contribution match up to 7% Free onsite parking Paid leave for up to 1 day volunteering time Christmas Day and New Years Day off Training and validation support Life assurance 3 x annual salary Occupational Sick Pay Enhanced family friendly payments Recognition and long service awards Employee Referral Scheme Free Uniform Fruit basket provided once a month Health and wellbeing activities Group income protection Learning and development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential Employee Assistance Helpline with qualified counsellors 24/7 Access to our benefits app with fantastic discounts from hundreds of retailers and instant access to your digital payslip Optional benefits: Westfield Health Cash Plan Blue Light Card Discounted gym membership Cycle to work scheme Access to The Company Shop Costco wholesale membership WSL 40% off Will writing service Job responsibilities
As an Avitum employee, you will demonstrate a commitment to abide by the Avitum UK Commitments and Guiding Principles and strive to perform according to these standards at all times. B Braun Avitum UK as an Organisation and its staff are responsible for the protection of themselves and others, within their care, against all infection risks. All staff, both non-clinical and clinical, are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures and to report any concerns or problems to the B Braun Avitum UK management team. All staff directly undertaking patient care will complete a mandatory annual Infection Control Training update as provided by B Braun Avitum UK in coordination with their partner NHS Trusts. To develop and expand theoretical knowledge and practical skills involved in the care of a dialysis patient. To demonstrate an active and effective clinical practice, providing a safe, high quality care for patients, achieving compliance with established procedures and codes of conduct and practice at all times, recognising and accepting individual skill and knowledge limitations and reporting when medical intervention is necessary. To demonstrate competent and efficient patient assessment care needs, coordinating with the unit link role resources and multidisciplinary team, to ensure patients receive their optimum care. Person Specification
Qualifications
RGN with current NMC registration Renal Course Certification Experience
Additional Criteria
Ability to work independently and as part of a team Aptitude for acquiring clinical skill techniques To be able to demonstrate empathy and sympathy To demonstrate a willingness to learn Self-motivated To maintain professional and educational development in accordance with Revalidation and NMC registration Good organisational skills Good team working skills Professional Reliable Adaptable Punctual To undertake a satisfactory DBS check Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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