Job Summary
Join as a CKD Clinical Nurse Specialist at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. This 10‑month fixed‑term contract offers the chance to work within a multidisciplinary team across Devon and Cornwall.
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the CKD team to provide high‑quality support to patients and their families.
* Review patients in various clinical settings, including outpatient and inpatient sites, and travel between locations as needed.
* Manage the CKD team in the absence of the Band 7 lead and ensure coverage of patient caseload during staff leave.
* Provide nurse‑led CKD clinics on site and at peripheral hospitals.
* Assist the transplant team by acting as on‑call transplant coordinator and working the transplant rota.
* Conduct home visits when required.
* Coordinate education programmes for patients and carers, including those starting renal replacement therapy.
* Lead or participate in research and clinical audit within the CKD/renal area.
* Aide in identifying and referring potential transplant recipients.
* Induct new staff members into the renal service.
Essential Qualifications / Experience
* Registered nurse with demonstrable experience in a similar renal or CKD role.
* NMC registration and, preferably, post‑registration specialist qualification or equivalent.
* Strong knowledge of national and regional guideline frameworks pertaining to CKD management.
* Excellent communication, influencing and leadership skills.
Desirable Qualifications / Experience
* Experience in a leadership capacity within a renal service.
* Track record of managing a renal service development or similar program.
* Ability to facilitate change within clinical settings.
Job Details
* Position: CKD Clinical Nurse Specialist
* Reference number: 216‑EG‑M7600236
* Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum (pro‑rata for part‑time)
* Contract type: Fixed term
* Duration: 10 months
* Working pattern: Full‑time or part‑time
* Locations: Derriford, Derriford Road, Plymouth, PL6 8DH (Devon)
* Grade: Band 6
Employer
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. For more information visit https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/.
Application Process
All applicants must hold current UK professional registration. A Disclosure and Barring Service check is required. Skilled‑worker sponsorship will be considered for relevant candidates.
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