CNS: Chronic Kidney disease and Vascular Access

The post holder will be responsible for being an accountable Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in nephrology including vascular access, support and management of patients with Chronic Kidney Disease and service improvement.

The post holder will be based in the specialty of Nephrology.

The post holder will be a highly experienced nurse who uses specialist knowledge and skills to support:

patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD)

support the development of renal CNS services

education on renal conditions within the organisation

liaise and work collaboratively with other CNS within the organisation

The post holder will be able to take a relevant history and clinical assessment to develop a management plan and evaluate the progress of that plan within the limitations of their knowledge and skills while being supported by medical and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. They will demonstrate clinical judgement and critical decision-making skills based upon established guidelines.

The post-holder will work under the supervision of the Consultant Nephrologist Team.

The post-holder will be expected to participate in service improvement, to include research and development and clinical audit.

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We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.

Qualifications

Essential: - NMC registration

Desirable: - Renal course or equivalent

Experience

Essential: - Relevant experience in speciality

Knowledge and Skills

Essential: - Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues; - Ability to prioritise and manage own workload