Job overview
Band 6 - Live kidney donor specialist nurse - 30 hours per week
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, registered nurse with an interest in renal living kidney donation to join our rapidly expanding renal specialist team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality, innovative care and supporting the development of this growing service. Candidates should have the ability to learn and develop quickly, and full support will be provided to help acquire the necessary skills for the role.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to provide the highest standard of care for living kidney donors. They will oversee donor assessments within Dorset and Somerset, maintaining close collaboration with national transplant centres, and lead a consistent and integrated approach to patient care. The role requires excellent communication, organisational, prioritisation, and time management skills, along with experience and insight into change management and service development. The successful candidate must be able to work autonomously as well as part of a team and demonstrate flexibility in their approach to work; while there is currently no cross-site working, this may change as the service evolves. A clean driving licence is desirable, and the ability to work flexible hours to meet service requirements is essential.
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.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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.
Person specification
Education, Qualificiations & Training
Essential criteria
* Registered Nurse
* Post registration renal qualification
* Teaching / assessor qualification
* Educated to degree level
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
* Previous experience within the speciality
* Experience at senior staff nurse level.
* Advanced communication skills
* Proven teaching skills
* Excellent IT skills including spreadsheets and databases
* Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
* Ability to demonstrate up to date experience and depth of knowledge and clinical competence.
Desirable criteria
* An awareness of Trust Policies including renal NSF, clinical governance, data protection etc.
* Demonstrate ability and experience in change management/ clinical developments.
* Some knowledge of recent NHSBT strategies, legislation and recommendations
Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
* Able to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of the role.
* Excellent prioritising skills
* Effective time management
* Excellent management & leadership skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Able to handle difficult/distressed patients and relatives in a sensitive empathetic manner
* Demonstrates the importance of confidentiality
Desirable criteria
* Recent experience within acute Renal setting and competent with dialysis skills
* Ability to act on own initiative with evidence of sound decision making abilities.
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.
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.