Job summary
Manvers ward is a 33- bedded ward specialising in respiratory medicine, and the care of patients with both acute and chronic conditions. The ward area includes an 8- bedded Acute Respiratory Unit (ARU), a dedicated area for patients requiring acute interventions such as Non Invasive Ventilation (NIV), tracheostomy care and the use of monitoring and blood gas analysis to ensure our patients have the support they need at the earliest opportunity. In this area we have a nurse to patient ratio of 1:2, making this a great place to work if you are looking to develop your acute respiratory skills.
The clinical area are supported by a multi-disciplinary team of specialists, working to help our patients receive the highest standard of care.
The Manvers ARU team is passionate about getting it right for patients and their families. We offer you specialist training, support, courses and competencies in respiratory nursing to allow you to grow and develop within the specialty and we are looking for a candidate to join our team to deliver high standard of care for patient with respiratory condition.
Main duties of the job
- Carry out planned care for a group of patients without direct supervision.
- Ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence based, individualised patient care.
- Plan organise and deploy staff according to ability and workload in order to meet patient needs.
- Assist in the orientation of new staff and students.
- Assess the needs of patients, relatives and carers and provide them with information as requested.
- Assist in the teaching and development of nursing assistants, students and junior staff, helping them to achieve their learning outcomes.
- To keep up to date with current developments in nursing and ensure evidence based practice.
- Develop new skills and knowledge pertaining to the speciality as advised by the senior sister or charge nurse.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
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 overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
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 overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Respiratory nursing or High Dependency Unit/ Critical care
- Minimum 2 years post registration experience
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Competency in medication administration including IV medications
- Teaching
- Effective time management/ Able to prioritise workload
- Able to use own initiative
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Respiratory nursing or High Dependency Unit/ Critical care
- Minimum 2 years post registration experience
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Competency in medication administration including IV medications
- Teaching
- Effective time management/ Able to prioritise workload
- Able to use own initiative
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
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).
