Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 nurse who has the aptitude and commitment to develop a career in our Specialist Critical Care Unit. You must have recent experience in adult acute care in a hospital setting and / or previous experience in an adult critical care environment.
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of a team to provide a safe, effective, efficient care environment for patients, relatives and carers. They will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care under indirect supervision from senior staff. To assist in your learning we will support you in completing the CC3N STEP 1 foundation programme for Critical Care.
We are a 5 bedded Critical Care Unit. We care for a variety of different specialities - reconstructive plastic surgery, reconstructive head & neck cancer surgery, maxillofacial trauma and major burn patients requiring HDU / ITU level of care.
If you are keen to gain new skills and knowledge in a specialist area, we can offer you wonderful development opportunities while working as part of the multi-disciplinary team. We are keen to enhance the skills and knowledge of our staff with the use of simulation training, educational development days and completion of CCU competencies.
Rotation on to night duties is a requirement of the role.
About us
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
A centre of excellence, with an international reputation for pioneering advanced techniques and treatments. Everything we do is informed by our passion for providing the highest quality care and the best clinical outcomes.
At QVH we are proud of our achievements and our specialist services continue to record excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We regularly receive excellent results from patient satisfaction surveys and on average 98% of inpatients say they would recommend the hospital to their family or friends.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Caring for 1 x level 3 patient or 2 x level 2 patients
- ABCDE assessments
- Caring for ventilated patients
- Caring for patients with altered airways
- Post-operative care, including surgical flap monitoring, drain management, fluid management, physiological observation management and management of post-operative complications
- Management of major burn patients
- Wound care management
- Nutrition management
- Administration of medications
- Completion of transfer course and transfer of patients
- Competent in ELS
- Analysing blood gases
- Cardiac monitoring use of Lidco
- Management of CVC and arterial lines
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Caring for 1 x level 3 patient or 2 x level 2 patients
- ABCDE assessments
- Caring for ventilated patients
- Caring for patients with altered airways
- Post-operative care, including surgical flap monitoring, drain management, fluid management, physiological observation management and management of post-operative complications
- Management of major burn patients
- Wound care management
- Nutrition management
- Administration of medications
- Completion of transfer course and transfer of patients
- Competent in ELS
- Analysing blood gases
- Cardiac monitoring use of Lidco
- Management of CVC and arterial lines
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
Desirable
- ILS / ALS Course
- ERAM / ALERT Course
- Intensive care pathway course / step 3 competencies
- Mentorship qualification / supporting learners in practice training
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- IT literate
- Ability to demonstrate initiative
- Prioritising skills
- Flexible
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Competent in basic wound management
- Post registration experience in acute care setting
- Working within a MDT
Desirable
- Previous Critical Care experience
- Experience in complex wound management
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
Desirable
- ILS / ALS Course
- ERAM / ALERT Course
- Intensive care pathway course / step 3 competencies
- Mentorship qualification / supporting learners in practice training
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- IT literate
- Ability to demonstrate initiative
- Prioritising skills
- Flexible
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Competent in basic wound management
- Post registration experience in acute care setting
- Working within a MDT
Desirable
- Previous Critical Care experience
- Experience in complex wound management
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).
