Staff Nurse- Level 9a East

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

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Job summary

** We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses **

Level 9A East is a 24 bedded Gastroenterology unit at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced band 5 Staff Nurse to become an integral part of a newly established gastroenterology team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, energetic Nurse with a 'can do' approach who can deliver a high standard of person centered care.

Deliver patient-centred nursing care on the ward aiming to achieve the highest possible standards of care delivery, in accordance with the Trust's Strategy for Nursing and Midwifery
Deputise in the absence of more senior nursing staff and undertake ward management duties as required
Promote best clinical and professional practice
Ensure efficient use of resources
Assist in the promotion of a conducive learning environment for all staff and students

Main duties of the job

We specialise in the care and treatment of patients with gastroenterological conditions, including, diseases of the Liver, Pancreas and Bowel. The successful candidate will work closely with the multi- disciplinary team in supporting acutely unwell patients.

We welcome informal visit to the ward prior to interview.

Is responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of care and assists in the interpretation of data relevant to the patient's condition and progress
Assists in the identification of patient problems and needs with the patient, their carers, senior nursing staff and other staff as appropriate
Identifies the priorities of care for patients
Identifies realistic goals for patients in care plans
Gives skilled care to patients and provides support to their carers
Administers drugs and treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines and the Trust's Guidelines for the Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines
Changes care plans and goals according to evaluation and discussion with the multidisciplinary team

About us

Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops

At UHSx we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSx, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

Date posted

23 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

279-5831475-NOV23

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure deployment of the wards workforce on day-to-day basis to meet the requirement s of the service
Participate in co-ordinating the activities for the whole ward area managing staff placement, sickness and absence and insuring safe placement of patients in the ward area
Organise time, equipment and staff to deliver nursing care. Delegate and assign activities and tasks appropriately
Act as an advocate for the patient/client ensuring the provision of appropriate information and support services.
Effectively liaises with ward staff, clinical operations department, site management team, discharge lounge and other departments to allow timely management of patient throughput
Ensures that discharge review documentation is completed and reimbursement material is communicated to relevant body in timely fashion
Participates in ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings ensuring that concerns of patients are identified and met

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration.

Please refer to Job description and Person spec for full details.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure deployment of the wards workforce on day-to-day basis to meet the requirement s of the service
Participate in co-ordinating the activities for the whole ward area managing staff placement, sickness and absence and insuring safe placement of patients in the ward area
Organise time, equipment and staff to deliver nursing care. Delegate and assign activities and tasks appropriately
Act as an advocate for the patient/client ensuring the provision of appropriate information and support services.
Effectively liaises with ward staff, clinical operations department, site management team, discharge lounge and other departments to allow timely management of patient throughput
Ensures that discharge review documentation is completed and reimbursement material is communicated to relevant body in timely fashion
Participates in ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings ensuring that concerns of patients are identified and met

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration.

Please refer to Job description and Person spec for full details.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

Has NMC registration
Evidence of experience in managing care of group of patients on day to day basis
Able to concentrate and maintain high degree of accuracy in the ward environment

Desirable

Experience in Gastroenterology
practice supervisor and assessor trained
Gastro experience

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

Has NMC registration
Evidence of experience in managing care of group of patients on day to day basis
Able to concentrate and maintain high degree of accuracy in the ward environment

Desirable

Experience in Gastroenterology
practice supervisor and assessor trained
Gastro experience

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.