Staff Nurse - The Dialysis Centre

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Band 5 NMC-registered staff member within the Renal Dialysis Unit (RDU) at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

The unit provides haemodialysis treatment to renal outpatients, operating two patient shifts daily from Monday to Saturday.

Our unit is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, and is part of the larger NHS GGC renal services, which include six outpatient haemodialysis units, 2 community home therapies training units, a renal immediate assessment unit and a 65 bedded inpatient hub also located within the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• This is a fixed-term post for 12 months
• This is an 18-hour post, and you will work these hours Monday to Saturday (long days)
• This post will be based at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

You will work within the nursing and multi-professional team to ensure a high standard of care to a defined patient group. You will be trained to perform the necessary technical aspects of care, including management and care of Tunnelled central venous catheters, cannulation of AV fistulas and operation of NIKKISO dialysis machines.

Teamwork is crucial, and we seek individuals who are committed to maintaining the positive and friendly atmosphere within our unit. Previous haemodialysis experience is preferable, but not essential, as teaching and training will be provided; the post is therefore an excellent opportunity to develop renal nursing skills within a friendly outpatient environment. Trainees are provided with the support of a local mentor, and the renal educator team will provide a detailed training plan and materials along with support and education.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• NMC Registration
• Good communication practices
• Good organisational skills
• Is innovative and demonstrates leadership
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Post Registration Qualification pertinent to speciality is desirable or equivalent clinical expertise
• Effective decision making
• Participates in educational and professional development programmes.
• Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
  
  

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact: Peigi Murray, Senior Charge Nurse QEUH, on 0141 452 3764.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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