About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic, motivated team of renal nurses who deliver a high standard of specialist care at the renal dialysis clinic situated in the grounds of Liverpool's Broadgreen Hospital.You will be working in a friendly and supportive environment, providing comprehensive care and support to patients and relatives and deputizing in the absence of the clinic manager.The successful candidate will support the Manager to maintain standards, assist with staff management and the provision of excellent patient care and outcomes.The unit currently has 24 stations running from 07:00 - 00:00 hours, Monday - Saturday. The Clinic is closed on Sundays. There are also haemodialysis units at the Lower ground floor of the New Royal Liverpool hospital, Warrington, St Helens and Halton hospitals, and there may be occasions when you will be asked to support at one of these clinics.If you are motivated, keen to learn new skills and committed to the delivery of high-quality patient care, this is an ideal opportunity for you to grow and develop within the renal setting.
Main duties of the job
Deputises in the absence of the Ward Manager Works in partnership with the Ward Manager to deliver unit objectives. Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of evidence-based nursing care. Provides management and organisation of the clinical area. Participate in the education, development and line management of other staff members. Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families. Participate in the improvement of services and the quality-of-care provision. Work in partnership with the Unit Manager to achieve LQA and CQC essential standards. In collaboration with the Unit Manager, you will be involved in the planning and implementation of developments relating to nursing. To work in partnership/collaboration with the Infection Prevention Control team to ensure the coordination and implementation of all IPC policies. Support the Unit Manager in the implementation of the Patient Experience and Engagement Strategy within the unit environment. Ensure effective and prompt reporting of nursing issues and concerns to the Unit Manager Support the Unit Manager to develop a Patient Safety Culture. Support the Unit Manager in the development of systems and processes to achieve key clinical quality indicators at the unit level. To be responsible for safeguarding all vulnerable adults within the ward area.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.
Job description Job responsibilities
Act as a role model and expert nurse providing in depth highly specialist clinical knowledge to colleagues through MDT meetings, for patients and carers/relatives.
Undertake clinical supervision of nursing colleagues on an individual or group basis. Act as a resource for health care professionals by being visible, available and accessible for support and advice in relation to the management of patients in the speciality.
Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources. Lead in consultations on and contribute to the development of strategies for delivering effective care within a changing environment that improves quality of care and health outcomes in the specialist area.
Assessment of the patient pre and post dialysis. Understanding of the Dialysis Prescription Blood Pressure and Weight management Access care ( Arterio-venous fistula , graft , hero graft , femoral line and Central venous line )
Administration on intravenous medication during dialysis treatment. Monthly blood monitoring in line with Renal Association Guidelines Safe blood sampling, labelling, storage and transportation.
Fully competent in preparing the dialysis machine and consumables for different modalities. Understanding how the dialysis treatment works and how to troubleshoot , medically and technically.
To monitor the patient throughout the treatment recording and reporting any incidents, accidents concerns or changes.
Competent to administer anticoagulants during dialysis with awareness and understanding of the drug prescribed, contra-indications, adverse effects and side effects. ( Ante dote if applicable ). Competent to administer local anaesthesia as above.
To safely discontinue dialysis and remove fistula needles. Practice ANTT to competency Infection control, PPE and Blood Borne Virus awareness with strict adherence to policy and procedure.
Diabetes Awareness, foot checks and referral to relevant departments Liaison with the Nephrology Team, Renal Dieticians, Psychology, Cardiology, Transplant, and other related areas.
Named Nurse system and responsibilities for patient allocation Dialysis Care planning
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Evidence of management experience Evidence of change management Application of evidence based practice Evidence of developing high standards of patient care Lead role in education of staff and patients
Knowledge Essential
Application of current nursing issues and healthcare governance
Skills Essential
Excellent communication skills Ability to work in changing environments Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
Other Essential
Supportive of colleagues High level of personal and professional credibility Well motivated
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse, current NMC registration Post registration qualification in speciality
Desirable
Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent 1st level degree
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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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 Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Broadgreen Dialysis Unit
Thomas Drive, Liverpool
Liverpool
L14 3LB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)