Job summary
Newly Qualified Staff Nurse- Adult Branch (To have NMC PIN by November 2024)
We are looking to attract Newly Qualified Nurses to work within a variety of departments across all Guys and St Thomas' adult Sites (St Thomas', Brompton, Guys, Harefield and Community settings).
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is one of the leading NHS Trusts in the UK. We have exceptional leadership at all levels and are recognised by the CQC as being outstanding. We pride ourselves on giving excellent patient care in both our hospitals and within our Community services.
As a trust we continually invest in growing and developing our staff to support them in providing the best possible care to our patients. As a Newly Qualified Nurse joining the trust you will automatically be enrolled in our 12 month preceptorship programme when you join the trust, this is designed to support your transition from student to accountable practitioner.
Joining Guys and St Thomas' now will be an exciting time for you as we have recently launched our professional award, the Nightingale Nurse Award as part of our Next Generation Nightingale Programme.
Please ensure you state your course completion date within your application
Closing date: 30th June 2024
Assessment Centre Dates: Monday 15th July 2024
Main duties of the job
Is wholly accountable for his / her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence.
Will act in accordance with Local, Hospital and Statutory Guidelines & Policies including Health and Safety initiatives.
Will be familiar with the Health and Safety at Works Act, and be aware of its implications and ensure that local unit and departmental policies are followed.
Will work in accordance with Corporate Objectives
Will compile a personal & professional portfolio (in conjunction with the Performance management process and the compilation of a Personal Development Plan).
Will maintain a high standard of care and give courteous reception to all patients and visitors.
Will adopt a patient orientated approach to work
Will practice in a cost effective and cost aware manner
Will ensure that the Hospital's policy is understood and carried out with regard to the care and custody of drugs/medications, especially with regard to those covered by the Control of Drugs Act.
Will be familiar with the ward's fire, manual handling and C.O.S.H.H. policies and ensure that all nurses in the ward are aware of the policies.
Will be fully conversant with the trust major incident plan and ensure that all nurses on the ward understand the procedure.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. Weprovide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for carrying out clinical practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for patients is provided from admission through to discharge.
Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
To act as advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines.
To ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals.
Will advise on the promotion of health and the prevention of illness.
Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursing assessments and devise a plan of care.
Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a persons nursing requirements.
Will ensure that all patients will have a discharge plan that is safe and appropriate for their needs.
Carry out nursing procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards.
Work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to ascertain treatments and advise on nursing priorities.
Take a clear and concise history from patients by assessing their health and well being and complete documentation ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that all information systems are maintained.
Undertake prescribed physical observations as follows: blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, urinalysis, weight and height, and report exceptions appropriates.
To be responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication
Please see attached Job description for full details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for carrying out clinical practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for patients is provided from admission through to discharge.
Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
To act as advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines.
To ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals.
Will advise on the promotion of health and the prevention of illness.
Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursing assessments and devise a plan of care.
Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a persons nursing requirements.
Will ensure that all patients will have a discharge plan that is safe and appropriate for their needs.
Carry out nursing procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards.
Work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to ascertain treatments and advise on nursing priorities.
Take a clear and concise history from patients by assessing their health and well being and complete documentation ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that all information systems are maintained.
Undertake prescribed physical observations as follows: blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, urinalysis, weight and height, and report exceptions appropriates.
To be responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication
Please see attached Job description for full details
Person Specification
Expereince
Essential
- Experience of working on own and in a team
Desirable
- Previous experience in other nursing fields
Skills
Essential
- Able to assess, plan, implement & evaluate programmes of care
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
- Knowledge of Evidence Based Practice
- Able to work as an effective team member
- Able to maintain clear and legible documentation
Desirable
- IT skills Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS
Knowledge
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.
Desirable
- Teaching & assessing qualification
- Relevant qualifications required or course to area
Values and Behaviours
Essential
Person Specification
Expereince
Essential
- Experience of working on own and in a team
Desirable
- Previous experience in other nursing fields
Skills
Essential
- Able to assess, plan, implement & evaluate programmes of care
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
- Knowledge of Evidence Based Practice
- Able to work as an effective team member
- Able to maintain clear and legible documentation
Desirable
- IT skills Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS
Knowledge
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.
Desirable
- Teaching & assessing qualification
- Relevant qualifications required or course to area
Values and Behaviours
Essential
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).
