Staff Nurse Colchester

Colchester Staff Nurse

Join Our Renal Nursing Team

Calling All NMC Registered Nurses and Soon-to-Be Grads!

Ready for an Exciting Nursing Career in Dialysis? Looking for Competitive Pay and Work-Life Balance?

At Diaverum, we’re excited to offer an incredible opportunity for nurses (whether you’re experienced or in training) to join our Colchester Dialysis Unit. As a renal nurse, you’ll specialize in a dynamic dialysis environment while building meaningful patient relationships.

Why Choose Diaverum?

We’re committed to nurturing your career and providing top-tier training. New nurses at Diaverum embark on an 8‑week supernumerary period, guided by our experienced Clinical Leads. This intensive training sets you up for success and growth throughout your career at Diaverum. You’ll also have access to a robust senior team structure and a dedicated mentor within the clinic.

At our clinic, you won’t find managers tucked away on another floor — we work side by side with our teams. With dedicated clinic admins and nurses’ desks right at the heart of patient care, we’re set up to support both our staff and our patients every step of the way.

Patient‑Centred Care

Our exceptional nurse‑to‑patient ratio of 1:4 ensures you have ample time to provide holistic care to your patients. Our clinic is currently open from Monday to Saturday with no nights offering you the flexibility and work‑life balance you’ve been searching for.

Your Responsibilities

• Developing and overseeing care plans for renal patients.
• Ensuring clinical activities are meticulously documented.
• Preparing and monitoring dialysis machines and systems.
• Reviewing pre and post‑hemodialysis care with patients.
• Collaborating within a multi‑disciplinary team.

Requirements

• NMC Registered General Nurse or due to qualify soon.
• Familiarity with the NMC code of professional conduct.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Positive and dynamic approach to delivering safe and effective care.
• Excellent English communication skills.

What We Offer

• Full‑time position (37.5 hours per week).
• Starting Salary of up to £35,944 based on dialysis experience.
• Overtime paid at time and a half after completing full‑time hours.
• Paid breaks.
• Opportunities for internal development and career progression.
• Generous holiday package.
• Holidays on Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Life Assurance, We Care, Company Pension, Blue Light card and Concerts for Carers.
• Referral scheme paying up to £1,000

Please note that clinical experience in a renal setting is preferred but not essential, as we provide comprehensive training.

COME GROW WITH US!

Join our team and embark on a rewarding career in renal nursing. Be part of a healthcare community dedicated to delivering exceptional patient‑centred care.

All positions at Diaverum are subject to a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check as part of our recruitment process.

Diaverum – Where Caring Meets Excellence in Renal Care.

Who we are

Diaverum’s purpose is to provide life‑enhancing renal care by combining world‑class treatment, a continuously evolving digital infrastructure and robust clinical and medical standards.

Whether working in a clinic or in an office, in any one of our locations worldwide, our people are our business; each and every one of us plays a role in delivering life‑enhancing renal care to our patients.

And this shows in how we nurture our people; from annual awards that celebrate exceptional examples and special achievements among our employees, to continual training opportunities and career advancement, we place great importance in looking after the people that care for those that matter the most; our patients.

Diaverum UK operates over 35 nurse‑led kidney treatment centers in the UK. We offer a range of services including haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home therapies, and shared haemodialysis care. Our nurses collaborate closely with NHS teams nationwide to deliver high‑quality treatments and holistic care to patients with chronic kidney failure and other comorbidities.

We provide an excellent training platform to help nurses deliver top‑notch care and advance their careers in the renal specialty. New nurses at Diaverum undergo a comprehensive induction period, receiving the necessary training to provide clinic care. They are supported by a senior team dedicated to prioritizing nurse development and wellbeing.

With a nurse‑to‑patient ratio of 1:4, our nurses have the time needed to care for patients holistically. We offer a variety of shifts, early, late, and long days from Monday to Saturday (no Sundays), allowing for flexible working patterns.

Our focus is on meeting the individual needs of our patients, and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. As the leading independent renal service provider in the UK, we operate in 24 countries globally, offering our team opportunities to move between clinics and even countries.

Join us and be part of our mission.

Salary

£29,995 - £35,944

Hours

37.5 hrs pw

Contract type

Permanent

Location

Colchester

Diaverum is an equal opportunities employer.

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