Home Dialysis Specialist Nurse

Job overview

This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.

This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

The post holder will be responsible for training patients to independently undertake haemodialysis/peritoneal dialysis within their own homes. Once established on home dialysis treatments the post holder will be responsible for responding promptly to emerging clinical needs and ensure optimal delivery of care within the modality. As such the individual will need to be able to independently manage a caseload and time management.

Main duties of the job

Train patients to undertake home dialysis treatments both in haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis

Aim to increase the uptake in home dialysis as a first choice treatment option by delivering group education sessions regularly

Visit patients in their homes where indicated.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

Identity Checks  Professional registration and qualification checks  Employment history and reference checks  Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.