Job summary
We have exciting opportunities for experienced Band 5 ITU nurse to step up into a full time band 6 post in the friendly 12 bedded Critical Care Unit at Newham who were in the frontline during the COVID pandemic and where work is in progress building a new state of the art unit.
You will have had 2 year's experience at band 5 level, having undertaken the Critical Care course and will have experience in mentoring new starters and undertaken some projects and audits in a critical care unit . Internal rotation into night shifts will be required. We are looking to recruit passionate, enthusiastic and dynamic Band 6 critical care nurse who is either at the start of developing their leadership skills post their ICU course or have substantial band 6 experience in critical care. You will be provided with supernumerary orientation programme and further training to develop leadership skills and a rotation into the practice development team.
For further information or to request an informal visit please contact Matron Elizabeth Abraham
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. They will be involved in the setting, monitoring and evaluating of standards of care and practice within the Unit. As a senior member of the nursing team you will assist the Matron and Sisters / Charge Nurses in the leadership and management and development of the Unit and service. You will contribute to the education and professional development of both qualified and unqualified staff on the Unit. In the absence of the Sister /Charge Nurse the post holder will assume responsibility for the effective operation of the unit.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which ourWeCarevalues and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by ourWeCarevalues and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide a high standard of patient care within a framework of research practice, in accordance with Unit and Trust policies.
Be responsible for safely managing all aspects of acute care and resources, including staff allocation, across a designated shift pattern.
Be responsible for prescribing and developing standards of care.
Prioritise and identify realistic goals/outcomes in the care planning.
Ensure that agreed standards are followed to provide a safe environment for bothpatients and relatives.
Support nursing colleagues in delivering individualised patient care.
Be responsible for developing methods to monitor and evaluate care given.
Ensure that there is effective communication between themselves, nursing colleagues, medical staff, multidisciplinary teams, patients and/or their relatives or carers, providing advice and support where appropriate.
Take party in audit and developing audit tools.
Be involved in research projects and apply findings to nursing practice.
Ensure accurate and legible records are maintained.
Devise plans to ensure staffing and resources are available to allow for effective caredelivery and the operation of the Unit. Take all reasonable steps to remedy any difficulties and minimise risk.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide a high standard of patient care within a framework of research practice, in accordance with Unit and Trust policies.
Be responsible for safely managing all aspects of acute care and resources, including staff allocation, across a designated shift pattern.
Be responsible for prescribing and developing standards of care.
Prioritise and identify realistic goals/outcomes in the care planning.
Ensure that agreed standards are followed to provide a safe environment for bothpatients and relatives.
Support nursing colleagues in delivering individualised patient care.
Be responsible for developing methods to monitor and evaluate care given.
Ensure that there is effective communication between themselves, nursing colleagues, medical staff, multidisciplinary teams, patients and/or their relatives or carers, providing advice and support where appropriate.
Take party in audit and developing audit tools.
Be involved in research projects and apply findings to nursing practice.
Ensure accurate and legible records are maintained.
Devise plans to ensure staffing and resources are available to allow for effective caredelivery and the operation of the Unit. Take all reasonable steps to remedy any difficulties and minimise risk.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years recent acute experience
- Evidence of mentoring and development of staff
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate an ability to listen and comprehend
- Propose service developments
- Ability to prioritise and organize workload
Knowledge/ Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or equivalent with live NMC registration
- Recognized teaching and assessing qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years recent acute experience
- Evidence of mentoring and development of staff
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate an ability to listen and comprehend
- Propose service developments
- Ability to prioritise and organize workload
Knowledge/ Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or equivalent with live NMC registration
- Recognized teaching and assessing qualification
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).
