Outstanding Care, Outstanding Careers For more information on our wonderful Trust search Join DCHFT and for more information on the benefits of working at DCHFT search DCHFT Staff Benefits For help with completing an application search DCHFT Our Recruitment Process Job overview A great opportunity has arisen to join the Home Therapies Peritoneal Dialysis team based at Dorchester but working across the east & west of the County in the satellite units & within the community. The role involves working with a progressive, welcoming, supportive team to deliver a high standard of care to patients supporting them in the training & maintenance of their treatment at home. The right candidate will be able demonstrate they have a professional demeanour and a passion for delivering efficient, compassionate, individualised and holistic care to patients. A minimum of 1 year experience at Band 3 in NHS primary or secondary care with venepuncture and cannulation competencies is essential, while dialysis experience is desirable but not necessary as full training will be given. NVQ in care, health and social studies qualification or equivalent would be an advantage. A clean driving licence is essential. Main duties of the job The role involves supporting & working with the Renal specialist nurses in training & managing the care of peritoneal dialysis patients at home with a view to keeping them safe & well & avoiding hospital admission. The role requires regular blood taking, monitoring of results, dialysis & peritoneal adequacy tests which you would learn to carry out. You would be required to make frequent home visits & visits to other satellite units to help with clinics & patients training. You will be required to feedback & escalate to the RNs any concerns as a result of your time spent with a patients. Working for our organisation At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Evidence of good communication skills. Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality. Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation. Ability to work as part of a team. Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors. Evidence of ability to work with minimal supervision by registered nursing staff. Please do contact the team for any information you would like about the role. Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Person specification Education, Qualifications & Training Essential criteria NVQ 3 in renal care / renal competencies or working towards achieving these qualifications. Desirable criteria Educated to Secondary School Level Experience Essential criteria Sufficient experience working as a nursing assistant Desirable criteria Understanding of Band 3 role Skills & Abilites Essential criteria Evidence of ability to work with minimal supervision by registered nursing staff. Desirable criteria Evidence of good communication skills Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation Ability to work as part of a team Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors Our Mission Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them. Our Vision Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities. Our Values Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. For more information, please use the link below to read our joint strategy for Dorset County Hospital and Dorset Healthcare. Trust Strategy | Dorset County Hospital (dchft.nhs.uk) PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required. The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly. Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion. You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements 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. Documents to download Job Description (PDF, 462.1KB) Person Specification (PDF, 542.2KB) Car Parking Information for Employees (PDF, 225.0KB) DBS Code of Practice (PDF, 54.9KB) Dorset Map (PDF, 59.3KB) Guidance regarding Disabled Staff (PDF, 96.3KB) Advice for Candidates (PDF, 110.5KB) Trust Values (PDF, 678.1KB) The NHS Constitution (PDF, 568.7KB) DCH Recruitment Information Pack (PDF, 1.2MB) Joint Strategy - Dorset County Hospital and Dorset Healthcare (PDF, 6.0MB)