Main area Renal Services Grade band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Three days, 7.5 hours) Job ref 343-8132711-RB-SK-A
Site St Helier Hospital Town Carshalton Salary £55,524 - £62,652 per annum Inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 10/09/2026 23:59
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Job overview
Providing clinical expertise, education & support for patients approaching End stage Renal disease (ESRD) to enable informed decision making when choosing a treatment option as their kidneys fail.
To work in partnership with the Advanced Kidney care Matron & team, Frailty & AKCC Consultant and allied healthcare professionals in identifying patients who may benefit from the support offered.
To provide educational support to ensure that all patients have a frailty score when approaching ESRD in order to identify the patients who will benefit most from this service.
To work in partnership with primary care (palliative, General practice) to ensure good links that enable smooth referral where patients choose a supportive care pathway.
To work in partnership with the Trust palliative care teams.
To collect relevant data agreed with the Medical team & Programme Lead to demonstrate the outcomes of the intervention and provide monthly updates to the Divisional Tri that can be communicated to the ICB & NHSE.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will manage a caseload of multi co-morbid patients, with advance chronic kidneydisease providing education, support and coordinating the patient care pathways for in and outpatients
as appropriate.
They will also provide specialist advance care planning to patients and their families, and act as aresource for other professionals. By utilising expert knowledge, skills and experience, the post holder
will enable and support the process of delivering high-quality care to individuals reaching the end of lifeon dialysis with advanced care pathway needs.
To participate as part of a multi-disciplinary team, working collaboratively with colleagues, patients,carers, other health and social care professionals, statutory, voluntary and independent organisations
to ensure optimum patient management.
The post holder will play a key role in ongoing service developments to ensure the delivery of evidence based best practice and assist in meeting Trust targets/objectives
Working for our organisation
St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the CNS Nursing role Epsom and St Helier.
Person specification
Experience
- Experience in Renal Nursing
- Experience and knowledge of kidney care, palliative care & supportive care
- Experience of clinic consultation
- Advanced care planning experience
Qualifications and Training
- Registered Nurse
- d Training Registered Nurse, Degree Level or relevant experience
- Knowledge of clinical Audit and standard setting
- Understanding of current NHS strategies including Clinical Governance and NICE & UKKA guideline
- Counselling skills
- Motivational interviewing training
Please refer to the latest UKVI guidance and ensure you have the appropriate right to work before applying for this role.
Safeguarding and DBS Checks
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. For roles with direct access to these groups, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. All staff are expected to understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities as part of their role.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
This vacancy may have an application cap, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. Ensure your supporting statement clearly shows how you meet the job specifications.
Name Roopkishor Hurril Job title Clinical Matron for Advanced Kidney Care Email address roopkishor.hurril@nhs.net Telephone number 07768801771
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Renal Supportive Care Nurse in Carshalton employer: Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals
Surrey Downs Health and Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. Located in Epsom, the organisation provides opportunities for growth within the NHS framework, ensuring that staff are equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in their roles while contributing to meaningful healthcare outcomes.
Contact Details:
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals Recruitment Team
