Specialist Renal Dietitian; Developmental

Role Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Specialist Renal Dietitian to join our experienced renal dietetic team. The postholder will work as part of the renal dietetic team (and wider dietetic and renal services) at the Royal Devon University Healthcare (RDUH) NHS Foundation Trust (based in Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Exeter).

Please note this is being offered as a band 5 to 6 Developmental opportunity.

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More detail about the role

We are looking for a dynamic, experienced and highly motivated, dietitian to fulfil this specialist renal dietitian role within our evolving renal service. You will join the RDUH renal dietetic team which provide outreach and satellite dietetic services to people living with kidney disease across Devon and South and West Somerset with focus on providing dietetic care to inpatients (Exeter). You will work within a well-established team of renal dietitians which includes a renal dietetic support worker.

The pro‑active renal dietitian team are involved in British Dietetic Association and UK Kidney Association committee work as well as local, national and international projects, research, and audit work. You would be part of a forward thinking, ambitious and successful renal dietetic service and have the opportunity to develop your clinical and leadership knowledge and skills. The renal dietetic team are part of the Nutrition and Dietetic department as well as renal services, working as an integral part of the renal multidisciplinary team.

You will share a caseload consisting of pre‑dialysis and dialysis patients (inpatient and outpatients). You will need to be a car driver, and have access to a car, to be able to travel to our haemodialysis satellite units. You will also be involved in the planning, training and supervision of B and C placement student dietitians and also education of nursing and medical students at the Trust.

The role will include line management responsibilities.

The South West of England

The job is based in the South West, where dramatic coastlines, lush countryside, and historic charm await. Whether you’re exploring the beautiful cliffs, hiking across Dartmoor, or enjoying a cream tea, this region offers unparalleled natural beauty and a relaxed lifestyle. With vibrant food scenes, fresh local produce, and a rich cultural heritage, it is the perfect location for finding a work‑life balance here.

Join us at RDUH and be part of a thriving team in one of the most picturesque areas of the UK.

We strive to deliver high quality, professional, evidence‑based renal dietetic advice to meet the individual nutritional needs of our patients. We will work as part of the wider multidisciplinary team in order to support immediate colleagues and health care professionals to provide holistic care. We aspire to offer a service that is readily accessible, supportive in improving patients’ quality of life, and delivered with respect and dignity.

In order to deliver this vision, we will:

• Expand renal dietetic access for underserved populations to provide a more equitable service across the geographical area;
• Ensure a supportive team environment, encouraging one another to develop and supporting individual and team projects;
• Focus on education in order to further empower patients in the management of their disease;
• Ensure a high quality, evidence‑based service through regular audit and review of our services.

A band 5 development role would be considered if the successful candidate does not have sufficient experience

Working Pattern: 37.5 Hours per week 08:30-16:30 Monday-Friday (with flexibility to cover late shifts and bank holidays, and if required in the future, weekend working).

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse…