Job summary
To work as a skilled member of the nursing team, to provide a high standard of holistic patient centred care, recognising the physical, emotional and mental effort required when dealing with critically ill patients and families/carers.
To perform in an expanded role and be required to initiate emergency intervention to sustain haemodynamic and respiratory stability for the critically ill patient in Critical Care.
Admit and prepare for transfer of critically ill paediatric patients and provide comfort and support to the extended family.
Ability to promote patient centred care and establish good relationships with patients and families/carers.
To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
To be able to take charge of the ward in the absence of senior nursing staff.
To act as role model and expert practitioner.
Main duties of the job
To provide the highest standard of specialist nursing care, for both critically ill adult and paediatric patients.
To plan, assess, implement and evaluate programmes of care for individual patients and to supervise other staff in this activity. This will necessarily involve the safe moving and handling of patients to varying degrees dependant on their condition and care needs.
To ensure an on-going welcoming, caring and safe environment is provided for the patient and their carers.
To act as an advocate for the patient and family, providing them with information and support and directing them to the relevant support services where appropriate.
Ensure the communication of sensitive, complex and contentious information to patients, families/carers is provided with empathy and reassurance.
About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with
visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.
It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.
Website: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/clinical-schools/royal-cornwall-hospitals-nhs-trust-clinical-school
https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871231209037
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Disposition/adjustment/attitude
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Committed to providing excellent Family Centred Care
- Ability to plan and prioritise care for patients
Qualifications
Essential
- ALS/ILS Qualification
- Paediatric High Dependency / Intensive Care Course
- NMC Registration
- 60 Credit qualification in Critical Care
Desirable
- Critical Care/Higher Care Qualification
- ALS Qualification
- PLS Qualification
Clinical Qualifications/Experience
Essential
- Possess or Working towards Nursing Degree
- Care of the Critically ill Child
- Ability to independently shift lead on Critical Care
Desirable
- Previous ward management experience
Person Specification
Disposition/adjustment/attitude
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Committed to providing excellent Family Centred Care
- Ability to plan and prioritise care for patients
Qualifications
Essential
- ALS/ILS Qualification
- Paediatric High Dependency / Intensive Care Course
- NMC Registration
- 60 Credit qualification in Critical Care
Desirable
- Critical Care/Higher Care Qualification
- ALS Qualification
- PLS Qualification
Clinical Qualifications/Experience
Essential
- Possess or Working towards Nursing Degree
- Care of the Critically ill Child
- Ability to independently shift lead on Critical Care
Desirable
- Previous ward management experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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