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Home Therapies Clinical Nurse Specialist
The closing date is 04 June 2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and well-motivated staff nurse to join our Home Therapies team at the University Hospital of North Midlands. The post holder will work alongside a team of clinical Nurse Specialists in the training and management of both Home haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis patients and will work closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
The applicant will need to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a caring and compassionate attitude. Previous experience is desirable but not essential, as continuing education, support, and training to develop and achieve competencies relevant to the role will be provided.
A full driving license will be required.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the Home Therapies Team, the post holder will be responsible for managing a caseload of Home Therapy (Peritoneal dialysis and Home haemodialysis) patients. The CNS will provide education and specialist training to Home Therapy patients and/or their support persons both in hospital and community settings. The CNS will manage the clinical area, including assessing care needs, developing, implementing, and evaluating care programmes, and setting standards. The CNS will work closely with Consultants, Nurse Specialists, and external agencies to ensure high-quality service delivery. The CNS will coordinate multidisciplinary efforts for Home Therapy patients, act as a professional role model, work independently and as part of a team, and support evidence-based nursing practice through professional leadership. The CNS will also encourage and empower staff development.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, serving around three million people, and renowned for its facilities, teaching, and research. It is the specialist trauma center for the North Midlands and North Wales.
We value all our employees and offer extensive development packages to help everyone reach their potential. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career growth in a fair and transparent environment. We believe investing in our staff directly improves patient care.
Job responsibilities
The post holder will manage a caseload of Home Therapy patients, providing education and training, assessing care needs, developing care programmes, and working in partnership with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care. They will coordinate multidisciplinary efforts and support evidence-based practice, acting as a role model and encouraging staff development.
Person Specification
Skills, Ability & Knowledge
* Hold a full driving license and have own vehicle
* Previous renal experience
* Minimum of 12 months as a qualified nurse
Education and Qualifications
* Health assessment qualification
* Nurse Prescribing
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a DBS check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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