Staff Nurse

Role Overview

The Leeds Renal Peritoneal Dialysis Unit at St James's Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic, forward thinking registered nurse Band 5 to join its busy team. The service treats and supports patients in home dialysis care and will involve work in hospital and community settings. The unit is open 7 days a week - Monday to Friday 8:00-18:00 and Saturday - Sunday 8:00-16:00 - requiring early, late and weekend rotation shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised programmes of care.
• Deliver care without supervision both in hospital and community settings.
• Be a car driver (essential for the post).
• Take charge of the ward or department as necessary in the absence of the Sister or Charge Nurse.
• Participate in in service training, preceptorship and mentorship of junior staff, post basic learners and students.
• Serve as the prime care provider for a group of patients.
• Promote confidence in our commitment to provide excellent compassionate patient care.
• Maintain personal development and comply with PPE wearing requirements as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Valid NMC registration.

Experience

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information

The post requires a successful Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Contact: Senior Sister Angela Hardy - email: - phone: .