Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Renal Unit Deputy Team Lead
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Seeking a Dynamic deputy team lead to work with us here at the Renal Unit RCHT. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the Unit Manager and deputy team by overseeing day to day operations of the Renal Unit, leading and mentoring the nursing team and ensuring high standards of patient care are delivered in a complex and demanding environment. This role involves clinical responsibility, team management, contributing to professional development, and deputising for the senior leadership when necessary.
About the Role
To work as an experienced, skilled member of the team, providing a high standard of holistic patient-centred care to patients and families.
Key Responsibilities
- Ability to promote patient-centred care and establish good relationships with patients and carers.
- To communicate effectively at all levels with the multidisciplinary team.
- To be able to take charge on a shift-by-shift basis.
- To manage a team of both registered and unregistered nursing staff.
- To be able to act as the lead nurse in an emergency.
- To identify and develop extended roles.
- To be able to manage the patient flow within the department.
- Demonstrate a “can do attitude” consistent with RCHT values.
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Desirable Specialist Area Requirement
- Previous management experience.
- Clinical competence and excellence in caring for patients undergoing haemodialysis.
- Knowledge & competence in caring for acutely unwell patients on dialysis.
- Knowledge & competence in caring for patients on long term dialysis.
- Knowledge & competence in caring for haemodialysis vascular and line access.
- Knowledge and competence to discuss renal treatment options with patients and families; providing relevant support, education, and advice so that patients can make an informed choice.
- Knowledge and competence to develop and support junior staff and nurses.
About Us
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
- Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
- St Michael’s Hospital in Hayle
- West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance
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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.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Claudia Mills
Job title: Renal Unit Team Lead
Email address: claudiamills@nhs.net
Telephone number: 01872 252888
Georgie Vine
Renal Unit Deputy Team Lead
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