Staff nurse

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for dynamic enthusiastic Band 5 nurses to work on the Acute Medical Unit - Chestnut Ward (46 beds) in University Hospital Lewisham. The area is a fast paced medical environment where you can gain a wealth of experience in acute medicine. We offer excellent opportunities and support for development. This unit is well supported by senior management team composed of the Head of Nursing, 2 matrons, and 2 ward managers on duty.

Main duties of the job

Job responsibilities

Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of evidence-based nursing care for a group of
Assist in and contribute to the management and organisation of a ward/clinical area.
Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing
Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their
Act as a clinical and professional role model, mentoring, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement within the clinical area.

Take responsibility for maintaining own and others health and safety
Move and handle patients and goods in ways that promote the health of the patient and care team and that are consistent with
Responsible for the maintenance of a clean and safe environment adhering to infection control policies procedures and best
Assist and maintain safe and hazard-free area of work.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
Improving the experience of staff with disability
Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
Making equalities mainstream

Date posted

09 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum plus HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

197-AJ5667

Job locations

University Hospital Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of evidence-based nursing care for a group of
Assist in and contribute to the management and organisation of a ward/clinical area.
Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing
Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their
Act as a clinical and professional role model, mentoring, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement within the clinical area.

Take responsibility for maintaining own and others health and safety
Move and handle patients and goods in ways that promote the health of the patient and care team and that are consistent with
Responsible for the maintenance of a clean and safe environment adhering to infection control policies procedures and best
Assist and maintain safe and hazard-free area of work.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of evidence-based nursing care for a group of
Assist in and contribute to the management and organisation of a ward/clinical area.
Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing
Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their
Act as a clinical and professional role model, mentoring, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement within the clinical area.

Take responsibility for maintaining own and others health and safety
Move and handle patients and goods in ways that promote the health of the patient and care team and that are consistent with
Responsible for the maintenance of a clean and safe environment adhering to infection control policies procedures and best
Assist and maintain safe and hazard-free area of work.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

1st level registration NMC

Experience

Essential

Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
Able to formulate and verbalise views.
Able to anticipate and forward plan.

Knowledge

Essential

Ability to work under pressure and remain calm
Able to recognise stress in self and others and support colleagues through stressful situations.
Patient focused.

Personal Qualities

Essential

To demonstrate knowledge of being up to date within the speciality.
Flexible, able to work all shifts including rotation to night duty. Adaptable to changes in shift pattern.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

1st level registration NMC

Experience

Essential

Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
Able to formulate and verbalise views.
Able to anticipate and forward plan.

Knowledge

Essential

Ability to work under pressure and remain calm
Able to recognise stress in self and others and support colleagues through stressful situations.
Patient focused.

Personal Qualities

Essential

To demonstrate knowledge of being up to date within the speciality.
Flexible, able to work all shifts including rotation to night duty. Adaptable to changes in shift pattern.

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.