Peritoneal Dialysis Nurse Specialist - Internal

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

This post is only open to internal staff of NHS Ayrshire & Arran.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of "Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran," we are committed to a culture that is caring, safe, and respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

Peritoneal Dialysis Nurse Specialist (Permanent) based at University Hospital Crosshouse.

20 hours per week over 3 days. Flexible working hours are available, including 1 in 3 on call weekends.

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

Join our Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) Team as a highly motivated and enthusiastic renal nurse. You will be part of a small team of specialist nurses responsible for:

• Overall nursing assessment, training, implementation and evaluation of care for patients on PD in Ayrshire and Arran.
• Ensuring patients and their families receive physical, emotional and psychological support to enable safe dialysis at home.
• Working autonomously under the direction of the Lead Peritoneal Dialysis Nurse Specialist.

Essential qualifications and experience include:

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Substantial years of post‑registration experience, with significant experience in the speciality.
• Degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, and a keen interest in patient training and education.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a multidisciplinary team.