AboutDaVita UK delivers life-saving kidney care to over 2,000 patients across England & Wales. DaVita UK is one of the 14 countries which form DaVita International focusing on transforming care and improving quality of life for people receiving dialysis treatment globally. When you join the DaVita Village, you’re joining a winning team with Community First, Company Second cultureWe’re proud to be an independent, nurse-led provider, working in partnership with the NHS to deliver the highest standards of care using cutting-edge technology in welcoming, modern environments.Role OverviewThe Senior Staff Nurse is responsible for the delivery of high standards of holistic care and service to the patients using the nursing model implemented on the unit by providing safe haemodialysis treatment as per the prescription.Main ResponsibilitiesProvide safe haemodialysis treatment for patients as per their prescriptionTo promote patient focused careWhile working as a team member demonstrate competence and share specialist knowledge and skills to all team members to develop clinical and professional nursing practiceMaintain safe practice in a safe environment, ensuring procedures to minimise the risks associated with the use of hazardous chemicals and exposure to blood inherent in the dialysis process are adhered toTo demonstrate a high degree of co-ordination and dexterity when cannulating access for dialysis. To be able to teach and assess other staff membersTo actively reduce the risk of injury to staff by promoting a safe environment and consideration of personal safeties when cannulating i.e. prevent needlestick injury and prevent back injuryTo demonstrate competence with the use of dialysis machines required to dialyse patients. To be able to prepare, use and clean said equipment and to programme and deliver individual patient treatments. To be able to teach these skills to other staff members and patientsHave active involvement in making decisions in a nurse-led satellite unit, utilising all available information, including clinical environmental and corporateEnsure and maintain a safe and clean environment for patientsTo help provide clinical cover if required within other Renal Services’ unitsParticipate in collaborative work/education collaborative programmes established with the referring trusts; this will occasionally involve working at trusts sitesAdhere to company procedures, guidelines and policies and participate in the promotion of the unit and the Company.Person SpecificationNMC Registered NurseRenal Nursing experience is requiredGood communication skillsFlexible and able to adapt to changeGood interpersonal skills, friendly and outgoingAble to work effectively within a teamWhat We OfferCompetitive Salary27 days annual leave including 8days bank holidays.Company Pension Scheme.Life cover equivalent to 3 times annual salaryEmployee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailersElectric car schemeCycle to work schemeHoliday purchase schemeBroad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmesAttractive Employee Referral Rewards SchemeEnd of Year Voucher24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to a mental wellbeingAn exciting, collaborative and driven multinational environment.A “community first, company second” culture based on Core Values that really matter.To live our mission: To be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice.Dedication: above all, to caring for our patients and teammatesWant To WorkWith Us?If you would be interested in working at DaVita on a permanent or temporary basis,please call our head office on +44 (0) 207 581 3139 alternatively, forward your CV to UKRecruitment@DaVita.com #J-18808-Ljbffr
