Job summary
The same day emergency care is a fast-growing service at Bedford hospital.
We see acutely unwell patients from a number of specialities from both medical and surgical services. We have an exciting clinic area equipped with a team of high experience.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust that is committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programmer of high-quality training and development that will support the progression of your career. The urgent and emergency care directorate is in the process of developing a robust standard operating policy which will underpin the Same Day Emergency Care unit operation policy. All patients attending the unit will be assessed utilizing pathways to ensure patient safety, effectiveness and efficiency.
Main duties of the job
Bedford Hospital opened its' Same Day Emergency Care during the pandemic. We are looking for high motivated, dynamic hard working nurses from across a number of specialities.
You will work alongside a friendly, supportive, and professional integrated team comprising of consultants, nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapist, discharge co-ordinators, advanced clinical practitioners, pharmacists, social services and community services.
This service will run 7 days per week, 12 -24 hours per day depending on service need.
On occasion we run as an escalation area with 13 beds, the clinic remains open.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.
Staff nurse duties
- Medical team interaction
- Assist and support in patient admission and discharge
- Personal hygiene and nutritional support
- Drug administration
Assist with admitting, discharging, transferring and escorting patients and clients.
Maintain personal and organizational standards of health, safety and security, e.g. following the uniform policy.
Assisting in running clinics and supporting in admitting patients where required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.
Staff nurse duties
- Medical team interaction
- Assist and support in patient admission and discharge
- Personal hygiene and nutritional support
- Drug administration
Assist with admitting, discharging, transferring and escorting patients and clients.
Maintain personal and organizational standards of health, safety and security, e.g. following the uniform policy.
Assisting in running clinics and supporting in admitting patients where required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Evidence of professional development
- Basic life support up to date
Desirable
- Mspp (willing to undertake)
- Venepuncture and Cannulation
- Male and female Cauterisation
- ILS OR ALS
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates sound knowledge of infection control standards
- Aware of national nursing agendas
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- To work well within the multidisciplinary team
- Understand the requirement to safeguard adults and children
- Flexible internal rotation to different areas to the department and trust if required
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of patient conditions from different specialities
- Knowledge appraisal process
- Evidence of good clinical skills
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Evidence of professional development
- Basic life support up to date
Desirable
- Mspp (willing to undertake)
- Venepuncture and Cannulation
- Male and female Cauterisation
- ILS OR ALS
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates sound knowledge of infection control standards
- Aware of national nursing agendas
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- To work well within the multidisciplinary team
- Understand the requirement to safeguard adults and children
- Flexible internal rotation to different areas to the department and trust if required
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of patient conditions from different specialities
- Knowledge appraisal process
- Evidence of good clinical skills
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
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).
