Job summary
WE
are looking for band 5 Staff Nurses to join our Critical Care Units at Leeds
General Infirmary and St James Hospital
Please
follow the link to view what a fantastic CSU we are and what we have to offer
you!
https://youtu.be/t_OdBW9Qsog
If
you are looking for a career in Critical Care Nursing we have an exciting
opportunity for band 5 Staff Nurses with post registration experience and
newly qualified Staff Nurses that have had a placement within their
University studies in a Critical Care environment to join our Adult Critical
Care Teams.
The
Critical Care units are;
J54
General Critical Care, St James University Hospital
J81
Surgical- Oncology Critical Care, St James University Hospital
L03
Neurosurgical Critical Care, Leeds General Infirmary
L06
General Critical Care, Leeds General Infirmary
L04
Cardiac Critical Care, Leeds General Infirmary
We
are looking for experienced, dynamic, motivated, compassionate staff Nurses
who can ensure the consistent delivery of high quality patient centred care
to the patients nursed within our critical care units. The successful
candidates will be expected to work clinically within the multi-disciplinary
team, maintain high standards of practice and deliver outstanding critical
care.
Please
only apply for this position if you are currently residing in the UK and hold
a UK NMC Registration.
Main duties of the job
If
you are successfully shortlisted you will be invited to one of our all day
recruitment events which includes interview and scenario based assessment on
31st January or 2nd February. If you would like to arrange an informal visit to
one of the units prior to interview please email
leedsth-tr.accworkforce@nhs.net
To
provide and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and
evaluation of individualised programmes of care.
To deliver care without supervision.
To take charge of the ward or
department as necessary in the absence of the Sister or Charge Nurse.
To participate in the in-service
training, preceptorship and mentorship of junior staff, post basic learners and
students.
To take responsibility as the prime
care provider for a group of patients.
To promote confidence in our
commitment to provide excellent compassionate patient care.
To maintain personal development
Adult Critical Care is committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice so that our organisation is an inclusive, welcoming, and inspiring place to work, regardless of age, disability, trans identity or history, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
About us
Adult
Critical Care consists of 5 Critical Care units, 3 at Leeds General Infirmary
(General Critical Care, Cardiac Critical Care, and Neurosurgical Critical
Care) and 2 at St James Hospital (General Critical Care and Surgical-
Oncology Critical Care).
please
see attached information for more information on the units.
The
Job may close early if we receive enough applications.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
provide and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and
evaluation of individualised programmes of care.
To deliver care without supervision.
To take charge of the ward or
department as necessary in the absence of the Sister or Charge Nurse.
To participate in the in-service
training, preceptorship and mentorship of junior staff, post basic learners
and students.
To take responsibility as the prime
care provider for a group of patients.
To promote confidence in our
commitment to provide excellent compassionate patient care.
To maintain personal development.
The
jobholder will work within an environment caring for adult patients
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Qualifications
Registered Adult Nurse (Level 1 or 2)
Training
Ability to demonstrate and explain
skills to other staff.
Willing to undergo relevant training
as necessary.
Skills
Literate and numerate.
Ability to perform accurate drug
calculations.
Competent in written and verbal
communication skills.
Competent in the use of information
technology.
Able to organise and prioritise
workload.
Understand the skills and knowledge
required to develop team members.
Knowledge
Current issues in healthcare.
Standards of Professional Practice.
Personal
Attributes
Ability to work as part of a team.
Committed to working with people.
Demonstrates a commitment to personal
development.
Compassionate, enthusiastic and
motivated.
Flexible and adaptable.
Professional and patient focussed.
Courageous.
6. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES
Our
values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this
as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our
staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
see
further information on the full job description attached
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
provide and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and
evaluation of individualised programmes of care.
To deliver care without supervision.
To take charge of the ward or
department as necessary in the absence of the Sister or Charge Nurse.
To participate in the in-service
training, preceptorship and mentorship of junior staff, post basic learners
and students.
To take responsibility as the prime
care provider for a group of patients.
To promote confidence in our
commitment to provide excellent compassionate patient care.
To maintain personal development.
The
jobholder will work within an environment caring for adult patients
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Qualifications
Registered Adult Nurse (Level 1 or 2)
Training
Ability to demonstrate and explain
skills to other staff.
Willing to undergo relevant training
as necessary.
Skills
Literate and numerate.
Ability to perform accurate drug
calculations.
Competent in written and verbal
communication skills.
Competent in the use of information
technology.
Able to organise and prioritise
workload.
Understand the skills and knowledge
required to develop team members.
Knowledge
Current issues in healthcare.
Standards of Professional Practice.
Personal
Attributes
Ability to work as part of a team.
Committed to working with people.
Demonstrates a commitment to personal
development.
Compassionate, enthusiastic and
motivated.
Flexible and adaptable.
Professional and patient focussed.
Courageous.
6. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES
Our
values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this
as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our
staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
see
further information on the full job description attached
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse Level 1 or 2
- Has current registration on the appropriate part of the NMC register
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Caring
- Compassionate and Motivated
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- excellent interpersonal skills
- good written and verbal skills
- able to provide and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised programmes of care Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Understanding of skills and knowledge required to develop team members
Desirable
- capable of lateral thinking
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Critical care placement if student Nurse
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse Level 1 or 2
- Has current registration on the appropriate part of the NMC register
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Caring
- Compassionate and Motivated
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- excellent interpersonal skills
- good written and verbal skills
- able to provide and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised programmes of care Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Understanding of skills and knowledge required to develop team members
Desirable
- capable of lateral thinking
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Critical care placement if student Nurse
Desirable
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).
