About this role
Job summary
Why this role matters
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 youre 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.
Contract: Permanent
Location: Pontypool Dialysis Unit, Unit 3 Caerleon House, Mamhilad Park Estate, Pontypool, NP4 0HZ. Free parking available on site.
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Saturday on a rolling rota. No Sunday or night shifts!3 x 11.5 hour shifts per week plus an additional top up shift every month. Long Day =07:00 18:30
Salary band: £32,555 - £39,629. Salary will be dependent on previous dialysis experience or experience working in acute care.
Main duties of the job
How you will make an impact
- Develop and expand theoretical knowledge and practical skills involved in the care of a dialysis patient.
- 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.
- 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.
- Promote and maintain professional relationships with both patients and Trust staff to enhance the business excellence and partnership with B Braun Avitum UK Ltd.
What sets you up for success
- Qualified nurse with current NMC registration.
- Dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.
- Committed and eager to learn new skills.
- An excellent communicator.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Aptitude for acquiring clinical skill techniques.
- Flexible to cover the needs of the patients/unit.
About us
What youll enjoy along the way
At B. Braun, your career is about more than the role you do. Youll have the opportunity to work for what counts, drive progress in healthcare, grow with a strong and reliable global company, and belong somewhere where together means better.
Along the way, well support your development, wellbeing and life beyond work with a range of benefits.
Career Development
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Long-term career opportunities within a global healthcare organisation
- Paid professional membership, where required
- Opportunities to learn from experienced healthcare and industry professionals
Reward & Benefits
- Electric or hybrid company car, or opt-out payment
- Discretionary annual and quarterly bonus scheme
- 7% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance at 3x salary
- Health Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Group income protection scheme
Wellbeing & Lifestyle
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Enhanced family-friendly and sick pay benefits
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Everyday Discounts and Blue Light Card savings
- And much more
We believe that diversity makes us stronger. That is why we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact. We welcome applications from people of all identities, backgrounds and perspectives.
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B. Braun Avitum (UK) Limited | Amelia Gearey | [email protected]
Job description
Job responsibilities
How you will make an impact
- Develop and expand theoretical knowledge and practical skills involved in the care of a dialysis patient.
- 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.
- 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.
- Promote and maintain professional relationships with both patients and Trust staff to enhance the business excellence and partnership with B Braun Avitum UK Ltd.
What sets you up for success
- Qualified nurse with current NMC registration.
- Dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.
- Committed and eager to learn new skills.
- An excellent communicator.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Aptitude for acquiring clinical skill techniques.
- Flexible to cover the needs of the patients/unit.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC registration
Desirable
- Renal Course Certification
Experience
Essential
- Nursing experience in direct patient care.
Essential Criteria
Essential
- 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. Good communication 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
B Braun Avitum (UK) Ltd
Address
Pontypool Dialysis Unit
Pontypool
NP4 0HZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bbraun.co.uk/en/company/career/avitum.html (Opens in a new tab)