Job summary
Do you have experience of working in an Acute, High Dependency or critical care setting?
Do you want to work in the UKs newest and most technologically advanced heart centre?
Do you want the opportunity to participate in nurse-led research? Are you looking for a new opportunity...?
Here is your chance to the new and expanding High dependency unit within the Adult critical care setting. A fantastic Opportunity has arisen band 5 staff nurse to be part of the delivery of world class health care
Our HDU cares for patients following a variety of complex cardiothoracic and cardiovascular procedures.
We are looking for highly motivated individual who has excellent care values, and a strong sense of team spirit to lead a team of nurses to deliver high quality care.
If you are passionate and committed to the development and application of high quality patient care as we are, we want to hear from you!
You must be able to work a combination of long days, night shifts and weekends to meet the demards of the service
Main duties of the job
- Assess, plan, provide, and evaluate skilled evidence-based care for critically ill level 2 patients, ensuring quality care and patient safety are paramount.
- Support and develop colleagues by mentoring and assessing their skills.
Promote practice development within High Dependency.
Fulfil Local/Trust requirements in specified audit or project work.
Maintain a safe working environment, complying with Health and Safety regulations, Environmental Health Act, and attending mandatory training.
Provide skilled support to medical staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
As part of our commitment to enhancing the working lives of our staff, we provide:
Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible self-rostering, including long days and night shifts, in line with our local guidelines
- Childcare vouchers and family-friendly policies
- An excellent pension scheme and staff benefits
- career progression opportunities
We are dedicated to creating a culture of continuous learning that actively supports the personal and professional growth of all team members.
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 our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values 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
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN1) with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) of UK
- Degree or equivalent in relevant field of study
- Intravenous accreditation
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Prep for mentorship course or equivalent
- Evidence of professional development e.g. Acute care skills training
Experience
Essential
- Previous acute ward experience
Desirable
- Experience in caring for acutely unwell patient or level 2 patients or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Full understanding of the NMC The Code: professional standards (2015) and revalidation process to maintain professional registration
- Ability to assess, plan and evaluate patient care according to the needs of the individual
- Reflective practitioner
- Knowledge on current healthcare issues
Desirable
- Prep for mentorship course or equivalent
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as a team member
- Demonstrates clear verbal and written communication skills
- Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure
- Adaptability to changing workload
- Willing to broaden knowledge and work towards specific competencies
- Ability to respond positively to constructive criticism
- Ability to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment and procedures
- Can demonstrate an enthusiastic, approachable and friendly manner
- Clear verbal communication between members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Clear and concise written communication
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Ability to manage own workload
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels across the ward/department and CAG
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN1) with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) of UK
- Degree or equivalent in relevant field of study
- Intravenous accreditation
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Prep for mentorship course or equivalent
- Evidence of professional development e.g. Acute care skills training
Experience
Essential
- Previous acute ward experience
Desirable
- Experience in caring for acutely unwell patient or level 2 patients or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Full understanding of the NMC The Code: professional standards (2015) and revalidation process to maintain professional registration
- Ability to assess, plan and evaluate patient care according to the needs of the individual
- Reflective practitioner
- Knowledge on current healthcare issues
Desirable
- Prep for mentorship course or equivalent
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as a team member
- Demonstrates clear verbal and written communication skills
- Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure
- Adaptability to changing workload
- Willing to broaden knowledge and work towards specific competencies
- Ability to respond positively to constructive criticism
- Ability to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment and procedures
- Can demonstrate an enthusiastic, approachable and friendly manner
- Clear verbal communication between members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Clear and concise written communication
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Ability to manage own workload
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels across the ward/department and CAG
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).
