Job summary KIDDERMINSTER TREATMENT CENTRE SATELLITE RENAL DIAYLIS UNIT STAFF NURSE - BAND 5 23 HRS PER WEEK PERMANENT We are looking for a motivated nurse, forward-thinking and compassionate to work with our nursing team on Renal Unit to deliver our quality care agenda to the highest standard. Experience in general medicine, venepuncture, cannulation and the care of acutely ill patients would be an advantage, also experience mentoring students. Previous knowledge of working in the renal dialysis setting is desirable. However, we will provide an induction and a full training program supported by mentors within the unit. We welcome newly or recently qualified staff nurses with good communication skills who pride themselves on delivering quality care under supervision and are willing to enhance their knowledge and practice by undertaking relevant training for this role. For an informal visit or more information please contact: Sr Clarisa Marquez, Satellite Renal Dialysis Unit 01562 826372 / Extn 55355. Main duties of the job At the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, we work as a team to offer excellence of care for all our patients and a supportive atmosphere for all staff. We also offer an excellent working environment, progressive training and development and a supportive atmosphere for all staff and work to develop everyone to achieve their full potential. About us Our purpose is simple - Putting Patients First. We are looking for exceptional colleagues who can help us achieve this. Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond. The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester Our workforce is over 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them. We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision - working in partnership to provide the best healthcare for our communities, leading and supporting our teams to move 4ward. Our 4ward behaviours, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do. Our objectives are simple: Best services for local people Best experience of care and best outcomes for our patients Best use of resources Best people Better never stops, and our Clinical Services Strategy provides a clear future vision for our Trust, our hospitals, our services and our role in the wider health and care system. We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer. Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number C9365-25-0133 Job locations Kidderminster General Hospital Bewdley Road Kidderminster Worcestershire DY11 6RJ Job description Job responsibilities You will develop, implement and evaluate the programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient. You will safeguard vulnerable adults. You will participate in preceptorship programmes as appropriate and act as a facilitator, mentor, preceptor, role model to less experienced staff. You will educate patients and their careers as required where a need has been identified, including information on a adopting a healthier lifestyle. You will complete patient documentation correctly. You will communicate effectively with patients, carers and members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team. You will be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with PREP requirements and to maintain a professional portfolio with evidence of reflective practice. You will assist in the training and development of student nurses and health care assistants and complete assessors training as required. You will contribute to research and development programmes within the ward / department. You will contribute to the setting and monitoring of measurable standards of care and be accountable for maintaining standards. You will participate in handling complaints in accordance with Trust policy. You will maintain a safe clean ward environment and ensure all appropriate general risk assessments are carried out within 24 hours of admission document and plan care accordingly e.g. manual handling, pressure risks, slips trips and falls, nutrition, safeguarding. You will show an awareness of budgeting, exercising care and economy in the ordering and use of equipment. You will assist in the assessment of staffing requirements, report problems to the appropriate manager. In the absence of a more senior member of staff and as part of your development programme, with support, will be able to undertake clinical / shift management within the department. Job description Job responsibilities You will develop, implement and evaluate the programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient. You will safeguard vulnerable adults. You will participate in preceptorship programmes as appropriate and act as a facilitator, mentor, preceptor, role model to less experienced staff. You will educate patients and their careers as required where a need has been identified, including information on a adopting a healthier lifestyle. You will complete patient documentation correctly. You will communicate effectively with patients, carers and members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team. You will be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with PREP requirements and to maintain a professional portfolio with evidence of reflective practice. You will assist in the training and development of student nurses and health care assistants and complete assessors training as required. You will contribute to research and development programmes within the ward / department. You will contribute to the setting and monitoring of measurable standards of care and be accountable for maintaining standards. You will participate in handling complaints in accordance with Trust policy. You will maintain a safe clean ward environment and ensure all appropriate general risk assessments are carried out within 24 hours of admission document and plan care accordingly e.g. manual handling, pressure risks, slips trips and falls, nutrition, safeguarding. You will show an awareness of budgeting, exercising care and economy in the ordering and use of equipment. You will assist in the assessment of staffing requirements, report problems to the appropriate manager. In the absence of a more senior member of staff and as part of your development programme, with support, will be able to undertake clinical / shift management within the department. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse on sub part 1 or 2 of the professional register. Evidence of continuing education for more experienced Band 5 nurses in speciality. NMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards within 18 months of commencement of post. Desirable Teaching and Assessing Qualification Experience Essential Excellent time management, prioritisation and organisational skills. Able to record and deal with facts, figures and information accurately. Able to follow Trust and departmental policies and procedures. Effective communicator both written and verbal. Able to problem solve and be flexible to change in demands of service. Ability to mentor and provide effective support to unregistered and students. Ability to Use technology as required to the role. Ability to identify and manage risk. Determination and tenacity in challenging situations. Ability to identify personal development needs. Desirable Significant proven knowledge and experience in speciality Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse on sub part 1 or 2 of the professional register. Evidence of continuing education for more experienced Band 5 nurses in speciality. NMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards within 18 months of commencement of post. Desirable Teaching and Assessing Qualification Experience Essential Excellent time management, prioritisation and organisational skills. Able to record and deal with facts, figures and information accurately. Able to follow Trust and departmental policies and procedures. Effective communicator both written and verbal. Able to problem solve and be flexible to change in demands of service. Ability to mentor and provide effective support to unregistered and students. Ability to Use technology as required to the role. Ability to identify and manage risk. Determination and tenacity in challenging situations. Ability to identify personal development needs. Desirable Significant proven knowledge and experience in speciality 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). Additional information 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 Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust Address Kidderminster General Hospital Bewdley Road Kidderminster Worcestershire DY11 6RJ Employer's website https://www.worcsacute.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)