Unit Manager - Basingstoke Dialysis Unit

The Vacancy

Exciting job opportunity:

Are you a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and a minimum of 5 years Dialysis experience?

Do you have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Clinical Manager, Deputy Manager or Senior Band 6?

Do you have experience of managing people with the ability to Lead, Motivate, Support and Organise teams?

If you have answered yes to these questions then please read on……

We have an exciting opportunity in our Basingstoke Dialysis Unit for a dedicated, motivated senior nurse/manager looking to take their career to the next level or to make a change in their working environment and experience.

Basingstoke Dialysis Unit is a dynamic 24 station unit providing haemodialysis treatment for up to a capacity of 96 patients in partnership with the NHS Trust. The unit operates safe staffing with a protected 4:1 patient to nurse ratio.

As a Unit Manager, you will provide essential leadership to manage, develop and engage with the unit team, to optimise continuous quality improvement and clinical outcomes. 

Bringing our expertise as a reliable partner and advocate for our patients through every single step of their dialysis journey is very important to us. By sharing our experience with you, we can offer you the opportunity to become a valued member of our compassionate and innovative team, helping us to deliver quality care and improve the quality of life for our patients.

This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Saturday. You will work a combination of clinical and admin (50% of each) over 5 days.

In return we will provide the following benefits:

• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• 5% location allowance
• Enhancements payable for unsocial hours
• NMC Registration paid for
• Paid breaks
• Company Pension scheme - employer contribution match up to 7%
• Free onsite parking
• Paid leave for up to 1 day volunteering time
• Christmas Day and New Years Day off
• Private Medical Insurance option
• Training and validation support
• Life assurance 3 x annual salary
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Enhanced family friendly payments
• Recognition and long service awards
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Free Uniform
• Fruit basket provided once a month
• Health and wellbeing activities
• Group income protection
• Financial education support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential Employee Assistance Helpline with qualified counsellors 24/7
• Access to our benefits app with fantastic discounts from hundreds of retailers and instant access to your digital payslip

Optional benefits:

• Westfield Health Cash Plan
• Blue Light Card
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to The Company Shop
• Costco wholesale membership
• WSL – 40% off Will writing service

Your main responsibilities will be:

As the Unit Manager, you will hold direct responsibility for the local management, monitoring, compliance and reporting, within the B. Braun Quality Management System, ISO 9001: 2015 & Good Dialysis Practice.

You will lead and manage the team, demonstrating a positive & professional ‘can do’ approach. You will be responsible for managing the staff, the appraisal and staff performance management process and managing the recruitment and selection process for vacancies within the unit.

You will look at ways to maximise capacity by efficiently scheduling treatment sessions promoting full occupancy and minimising missed sessions.

You will be under the guidance and support of the UK Operations and Clinical Quality Managers. This is a large, busy unit with challenges as the local holding unit for patients awaiting placement in their primary unit close to home. Expert coaching and peer support from the management team will help the successful candidate embrace the challenge and be in a strong position to take the unit forward. 

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration
• Renal Course Certification
• 5 years renal experience (minimum)
• People Management experience
• To demonstrate operational awareness and organisation of clinical resources
• To demonstrate a basic financial knowledge in relation to healthcare and staffing resources

Additional information:

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, Occupational Health Check, Negative Hepatitis B antigen status and Eligibility to work in the UK.

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*Please note, job titles advertised might differ from those offered due to the need for broader appeal in adverts. Upon employment, titles might be adjusted to reflect specific roles and align with internal structures.

At B. Braun we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you love the sound of this role but your experience does not perfectly align with every requirement on the job description, we still want you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this position or another role within the company.

Join B.Braun in Celebrating Diversity!

At B.Braun, we're dedicated to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. As a Disability Confident Employer, we prioritize providing reasonable adjustments to ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. From accessible interview rooms to flexible interview times, we're here to support you every step of the way.

When visiting our office locations, you'll find accessibility information to make your visit seamless. 

We offer a range of adjustments, including accessible interview rooms, the option to bring a support person, flexibility with interview times, and more. If you require additional support not listed, simply reach out to us.

To let us know you need support, email ***************@bbraun.com. We're committed to understanding your needs and providing the necessary assistance throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

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The Company

B. Braun Avitum UK Provides the NHS with a complete solution for Haemodialysis products and services. We operate dialysis centres within the UK and continue to work in partnership with Trusts and PCTs to address capacity demands and patient choice for Haemodialysis in the hospital, satellite unit and home.  

As a market leader in dialysis technology, we have new product innovations to improve dialysis efficiency and enhance patient care. Our goal is to increase the quality of life of renal patients with the help of first-class medical care and high quality products. If you want to join our dynamic and growing business then why not make your next career move with us!

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