Associate Practitioner-Poole(Maternity Cover)
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Associate Practitioner-Poole (Maternity Cover)
[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] delivers life-saving kidney care. This is a 6-month fixed term position to cover maternity leave in Poole.
About Us
[Employer hidden] delivers life-saving kidney care to over 2,000 patients across England & Wales. [Employer hidden] is one of the 14 countries which form DaVita International focusing on transforming care and improving quality of life for people receiving dialysis treatment globally. When you join the DaVita Village, you’re joining a winning team with Community First, Company Second culture. We’re proud to be an independent, nurse-led provider, working in partnership with the NHS to deliver the highest standards of care using cutting-edge technology in welcoming, modern environments.
Role Overview
Assist and support the registered dialysis nurse practitioner in ensuring optimal care for patients on dialysis and provide care within agreed competencies under the supervision of the registered nurse. This is a 6 months fixed term position to cover maternity leave.
Main Responsibilities
- Prepare the patient for dialysis treatment.
- Monitor and record patient vital signs, identifying and reporting abnormalities promptly.
- Prepare and programme the dialysis machine as per the dialysis prescription for haemodialysis or haemodiafiltration.
- Connect the patient to the dialysis machine and commence treatment as prescribed.
- Obtain blood samples via dialysis access or blood glucose.
- Monitor the patient throughout treatment, recognising and reporting changes promptly to a registered nurse.
- Administer saline/online fluid bolus (appropriate to treatment type) as per patient need and under supervision of registered nurse.
- Discontinue dialysis including wash back and removal of needles as per the vascular access competency assessment pack.
- Promptly report any concerns regarding the patient’s treatment or changes in the patient’s condition, behaviour or appearance to registered nurse and recognise sepsis.
- Document all actions and interventions clearly, accurately and comprehensively in the patient records.
- Follow evidence-based infection control practice and procedures.
- Support and motivate the team to consistently deliver high quality, safe compassionate care alongside optimal patient, carer and staff experience.
- Always act in such a manner that promotes a positive image of DaVita.
- Communicate and support patients and their carers in understanding their care and treatment. Identify potentially difficult and challenging situations and seek appropriate and timely advice as required.
- Liaise and communicate effectively with a range of people on a range of matters within the multidisciplinary team. Effectively use different methods of communication to support the delivery of care.
- Competently assess capacity, gain valid informed consent and understand the legal framework with patients who lack capacity and might be vulnerable.
Person Specification
- Healthcare-specific experience
- NVQ Level 3
- Experience working in a haemodialysis unit with knowledge and experience of caring for renal/dialysis patients.
- Basic computer skills.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- 27 days annual leave including 8 days bank holidays.
- Company Pension Scheme.
- Life cover equivalent to 3 times annual salary
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Electric car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
- Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
- End of Year Voucher
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to a mental wellbeing
- An exciting, collaborative and driven multinational environment.
- A “community first, company second” culture based on Core Values that really matter.
- To live our mission: To be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice.
- Dedication: above all, to caring for our patients and teammates
How to Apply
If you would be interested in working at DaVita on a permanent or temporary basis, please call our head office on +44 (0) 207 581 3139 alternatively, forward your CV to [contact hidden]. Or complete the application form below: download the PDF or Word application form, then upload the completed form along with your CV and a covering letter if required.