Job summary
Are you ready for a new
challenge?
Exciting opportunities have
arisen for Registered Nurses to work within Critical Care at Pinderfields
Hospital (Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust).
The Critical Care unit has twenty beds including Level 3 ICU beds, Level 2 HDU beds and two Level 3 Intensive Care
Burns beds.
We are looking for enthusiastic,
well-motivated and caring individuals, to work within the multidisciplinary
team in providing high standards of patient care, and the maintenance of a safe
working environment.
The successful candidates will
have the ability to plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient care. Good
interpersonal skills are essential, along with a willingness to learn; the
ability to work effectively in a team; to be self-motivated and to have a
positive attitude towards change and to be able to adapt to the change quickly.
Candidates should have recent NHS experience; Critical Care experience is
desirable but not essential. Full training and competency assessment will be
provided.
Main duties of the job
The post is for a qualified nurse who wants to further their experience and skills in nursing. The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development of programmes of care and their implementation and evaluation.
- Monitor and evaluate patient progress.
- Administer treatments.
- Identify changes in a patient's condition and react accordingly.
- Maintain patient records.
- Complete paperwork necessary for patient transfer out of the intensive care unit.
- Maintain patient safety -Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient
care using evidence to rationalise care for both conscious and unconscious
patients, under the indirect supervision of a senior nurse. As the nurse
becomes more experience demonstrates specialist knowledge and skills in this
process. Able to make ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of interventions
in meeting prior agreed goals and make necessary modifications to the care
plan.
About us
We provide care and support to over a million people in
Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our
three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of
innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our
workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful
and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid
Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care.
We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm
irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and
gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation,
or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to
someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the
LGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently
under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from
members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all
applicants are treated fairly and consistently.
We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable
guidance and feedback from those with lived experience.
We have a clear vision and you could be part of this! If
you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our
patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Receive training and be assessed as clinically
competent in achieving core critical care competencies following the KSF for
this band. Developing further skills to allow the nurse to provide all care for
any general intensive/high dependency patients admitted to the individuals
area of work. As experience progresses demonstrate ability to competently
provide care for critically ill patients presenting with a wide range of
conditions and treatment requirements, initiating and promoting excellence in
clinical practices as a role model to junior staff. Evidence provided by
completion of competencies
Prepare bed areas for admission of critically
ill patients ensuring all equipment is available, correctly assembled and
functional.
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient
care using evidence to rationalise care for both conscious and unconscious
patients, under the indirect supervision of a senior nurse. As the nurse
becomes more experience demonstrates specialist knowledge and skills in this process.
Able to make ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of interventions in
meeting prior agreed goals and make necessary modifications to the care plan.
Maintain a culture which recognises and works in
partnership with patients and their carers involving them in all decisions
relating to their care delivery. Act as the patients advocate where
appropriate.
Work in collaboration with other professionals
to promote seamless patient care delivery. Process diagnostic tests and obtain
samples as requested by medical staff e.g. blood taking. Report results when
available to appropriate staff.
Responsible for own and whole departments
requirement to reduce hospital acquired infection and cross infection through
the implementation of good practice e.g. effective hand washing; daily damp
dusting of all bedside equipment; using protective clothing appropriately;
rigorously applying standard (universal) precautions to minimise the
transmission of infection.
Receive training, and be assessed as clinically
competent in using all equipment available on the critical care area developing
this knowledge to enable them to be able to train others in its use e.g. ventilator support; invasive pressure
monitoring; intravenous infusion devices; near patient testing; dynamic
mattress systems.
Constantly observe patients haemodynamic and ventilator
status, accurately record observations and take appropriate actions according
to competence. Report any change in the patients condition to the nurse in
charge.
Safely care for patients with multiple infusion
devices, maintaining accurate fluid balance.
Ensure all patients receive an appropriate
nutritional intake to meet their requirements, including oral food and fluids,
enteral and parenteral feeding regimes.
Consistently use correct moving and handling
techniques and appropriate equipment when moving or handling patients, stock
and equipment which may be soiled or infected.
Be able to assess patients level of
consciousness, utilising appropriate tools. Report changes as appropriate. Able
to safely care for aggressive and/or confused patients, maintaining a safe
environment at all times for patients, staff and visitors.
Assist medical staff in the insertion of
invasive devices e.g. central lines, endotracheal tube; and performing
diagnostic procedures e.g. bronchoscopy, angiography. Able to prepare all
equipment and safely care for the patient during and after the procedure
initially with appropriate supervision of senior nursing staff, as skills and
knowledge develop to practice autonomously without supervision.
Respond appropriately in emergency situations to
support the multidisciplinary team, actively participating in cardio pulmonary
resuscitation.
Sensitively care for dying patients and their
families, provide access to information and support. To be involved in organ
donation processes as appropriate.
Safely prepare patients for discharge.
Communicate verbally and in writing clear relevant information to receiving
wards, specialist clinical teams, patients and carers, and other disciplines
e.g. Social Work Department.
Through training and development able to
transfer all levels of patients (dependent upon area of practice) both inter
and intra hospital.
Actively involved in internal rotation within
the critical care areas to develop clinical knowledge and skills and ensure a
safe patient and staff environment in times of peak activity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Receive training and be assessed as clinically
competent in achieving core critical care competencies following the KSF for
this band. Developing further skills to allow the nurse to provide all care for
any general intensive/high dependency patients admitted to the individuals
area of work. As experience progresses demonstrate ability to competently
provide care for critically ill patients presenting with a wide range of
conditions and treatment requirements, initiating and promoting excellence in
clinical practices as a role model to junior staff. Evidence provided by
completion of competencies
Prepare bed areas for admission of critically
ill patients ensuring all equipment is available, correctly assembled and
functional.
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient
care using evidence to rationalise care for both conscious and unconscious
patients, under the indirect supervision of a senior nurse. As the nurse
becomes more experience demonstrates specialist knowledge and skills in this process.
Able to make ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of interventions in
meeting prior agreed goals and make necessary modifications to the care plan.
Maintain a culture which recognises and works in
partnership with patients and their carers involving them in all decisions
relating to their care delivery. Act as the patients advocate where
appropriate.
Work in collaboration with other professionals
to promote seamless patient care delivery. Process diagnostic tests and obtain
samples as requested by medical staff e.g. blood taking. Report results when
available to appropriate staff.
Responsible for own and whole departments
requirement to reduce hospital acquired infection and cross infection through
the implementation of good practice e.g. effective hand washing; daily damp
dusting of all bedside equipment; using protective clothing appropriately;
rigorously applying standard (universal) precautions to minimise the
transmission of infection.
Receive training, and be assessed as clinically
competent in using all equipment available on the critical care area developing
this knowledge to enable them to be able to train others in its use e.g. ventilator support; invasive pressure
monitoring; intravenous infusion devices; near patient testing; dynamic
mattress systems.
Constantly observe patients haemodynamic and ventilator
status, accurately record observations and take appropriate actions according
to competence. Report any change in the patients condition to the nurse in
charge.
Safely care for patients with multiple infusion
devices, maintaining accurate fluid balance.
Ensure all patients receive an appropriate
nutritional intake to meet their requirements, including oral food and fluids,
enteral and parenteral feeding regimes.
Consistently use correct moving and handling
techniques and appropriate equipment when moving or handling patients, stock
and equipment which may be soiled or infected.
Be able to assess patients level of
consciousness, utilising appropriate tools. Report changes as appropriate. Able
to safely care for aggressive and/or confused patients, maintaining a safe
environment at all times for patients, staff and visitors.
Assist medical staff in the insertion of
invasive devices e.g. central lines, endotracheal tube; and performing
diagnostic procedures e.g. bronchoscopy, angiography. Able to prepare all
equipment and safely care for the patient during and after the procedure
initially with appropriate supervision of senior nursing staff, as skills and
knowledge develop to practice autonomously without supervision.
Respond appropriately in emergency situations to
support the multidisciplinary team, actively participating in cardio pulmonary
resuscitation.
Sensitively care for dying patients and their
families, provide access to information and support. To be involved in organ
donation processes as appropriate.
Safely prepare patients for discharge.
Communicate verbally and in writing clear relevant information to receiving
wards, specialist clinical teams, patients and carers, and other disciplines
e.g. Social Work Department.
Through training and development able to
transfer all levels of patients (dependent upon area of practice) both inter
and intra hospital.
Actively involved in internal rotation within
the critical care areas to develop clinical knowledge and skills and ensure a
safe patient and staff environment in times of peak activity.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ward experience as a student nurse.
- Ability to plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient care.
Desirable
- Critical Care experience.
- Critical Care placement as a student.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse (RGN)
Desirable
- Evidence of post basic training relevant to critical care from experienced nurses.
- Teaching & Assessing qualification.
Knowledge & Awareness
Essential
- NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2008) and accountability.
- Demonstrates evidence based practice and awareness of research and audit.
- Awareness of clinical governance issues.
- Awareness of own limitations
Desirable
- Current issues in Critical Care nursing.
- Up to date mandatory training for qualified staff.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills both verbally and written.
- Able to prioritise tasks, and manage time effectively.
- Computer literacy and IT skills.
Desirable
- Participates in teaching and demonstrates leadership skills for experienced staff.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
- Ability to adapt to changing situations and workloads.
- Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally
- Reliable and self-motivated.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
Desirable
- Good motivator of staff.
- Exhibits a positive role model to junior staff.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ward experience as a student nurse.
- Ability to plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient care.
Desirable
- Critical Care experience.
- Critical Care placement as a student.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse (RGN)
Desirable
- Evidence of post basic training relevant to critical care from experienced nurses.
- Teaching & Assessing qualification.
Knowledge & Awareness
Essential
- NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2008) and accountability.
- Demonstrates evidence based practice and awareness of research and audit.
- Awareness of clinical governance issues.
- Awareness of own limitations
Desirable
- Current issues in Critical Care nursing.
- Up to date mandatory training for qualified staff.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills both verbally and written.
- Able to prioritise tasks, and manage time effectively.
- Computer literacy and IT skills.
Desirable
- Participates in teaching and demonstrates leadership skills for experienced staff.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
- Ability to adapt to changing situations and workloads.
- Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally
- Reliable and self-motivated.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
Desirable
- Good motivator of staff.
- Exhibits a positive role model to junior staff.
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).
