Job Title: Registered Nurse - Renal Dialysis Unit
Join our team as a Registered Nurse in the Renal Dialysis Unit. We offer a Welcome Bonus of £2,500* (taxable) for successful candidates, paid in two installments: one after passing probation (6 months) and the second at 18 months in post. Alternatively, relocation packages* are available for those moving to North Devon and surrounding areas. *T&C's apply (External candidates only).
About the Role
We are seeking NMC Registered Nurses (General/Learning Disability/Mental Health) interested in developing specialist skills in renal dialysis nursing. Whether you have NHS or private sector experience, if you have the right attitude and aptitude, this opportunity is for you.
As a Dialysis Nurse, you will be responsible for assessing care needs, and developing, implementing, and evaluating care plans for patients with chronic kidney disease or acute kidney injury. Our North Devon (Barnstaple) Dialysis Unit has 20 haemodialysis stations, serving up to 80 patients, in partnership with the Royal Devon & Exeter NHS Foundation Trust. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4, supported by a Healthcare Assistant. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours, with shifts scheduled Monday to Saturday between 7:00 am and 6:30 pm.
What We Offer
At Fresenius Medical Care, we provide comprehensive training and development, including an 8-week Fundamental Dialysis Programme accredited by the European Dialysis and Transplant Nurses Association/European Renal Care Association. We also offer ongoing educational opportunities exceeding CPD hours required for NMC revalidation, supporting your career growth.
Salary: Up to £33,075, with progression based on a Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF). Benefits include:
* No Sunday or Night Shifts
* Company Pension and Life Assurance
* 33 Days Holiday (including 8 bank holidays), increasing with service
* Paid Christmas and New Year’s Days off
* Overtime pay (time and a half after 150 hours every 4 weeks)
* Paid breaks, free parking, uniforms, tea & coffee, flu vaccination, Christmas meal
* Health cash plan, long service vouchers, referral scheme (£1000 per successful referral)
* Sick pay, Cycle to Work Scheme, training support, wellbeing resources, employee discounts
About Fresenius Medical Care
We are the leading provider of dialysis services to the NHS, operating 52 partnership dialysis units serving over 3,800 NHS patients in the UK. Globally, we treat over 344,000 patients across more than 4,100 clinics and manufacture 1 in every 2 dialysis machines used worldwide. Visit us at www.nephrocare.co.uk.
We are committed to equal opportunities. Nurse posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
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