Job summary
Are you passionate about ICU (Intensive Care Unit) - Critical Care Nursing ? We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic and supportive ICU-critical care nursing team, you will be an excellent communicator and have a positive attitude towards flexibility and change. Interpersonal skills are essential and you will be an asset to the team demonstrating the ability to be forward thinking and passionate about delivering high standards of care. You will provide high quality, patient centred care to critically ill patients requiring level 2 & level 3 support in line with GPICS standards.
The role is suitable for Band 5 nurses who have experience in acute ward with an interest in Critical Care. A structured induction and ongoing education programme will be provided to support development.
It is a really exciting time to be joining our Intensive Care unit-Critical Care team as we recently moved to brand new facilities as part of a £168.8m capital scheme - the new ICU will be able to accommodate up to 22 patients in a modern spacious environment with up to date technology supporting the nursing team to deliver excellent care - so come and join us !
We are a member of the East of England Critical Care Network and participate in Intensive Care National Audit & Research Centre so we can help to contribute to improving outcomes in critical care.
NOTE :This post is not suitable for newly qualified nurses or those soon to qualify.
Main duties of the job
As an ICU Nurse, you will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate high standards of nursing care, ensuring highest level of customer service is delivered to patients. We will offer you an exciting and challenging work environment and we are committed to the training and development of our staff with the opportunity to complete the 60credits "management of Critically Ill adults" Intensive Care Course, with PDN and nurse mentors support
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead on the delivery of individualised patient care acting as the named nurse, ensuring assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation is in line with evidence base practices.
- Communicate effectively with dignity and respect to patients, relatives, staff and others.
- Ensure accurate and comprehensive nursing records using IT Healthcare systems available.
- Maintain continuing professional development (CPD) requirements and contribute to formulation of own objectives and personal development plan.
Skills & Experience
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. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assess patient care needs and the development and implementation of programmes of patient care and participate in the evaluation of these.
To ensure a high standard of nursing care is performed at all times and assist in the review and regular update of these standards.
Monitor and interpret physiological parameters and respond appropriately to patient deterioration
Safely manage critical care equipment including invasive monitoring and infusion devices in line with local policies.
Administer medications and therapies in accordance with Trust guidelines and NMC standards.
Work collaboratively with the MDT to support clinical decision making and patient flow.
Communicate effectively with patients and relatives providing support
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and conduct concise handover
Escalate concerns appropriately to senior staff
Adhere to GPICS standards, infection prevention, safeguarding, and health and safety requirements.
Participate in education, and complete competencies, audit, and quality improvement activities.
Please see detailed Job Description attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assess patient care needs and the development and implementation of programmes of patient care and participate in the evaluation of these.
To ensure a high standard of nursing care is performed at all times and assist in the review and regular update of these standards.
Monitor and interpret physiological parameters and respond appropriately to patient deterioration
Safely manage critical care equipment including invasive monitoring and infusion devices in line with local policies.
Administer medications and therapies in accordance with Trust guidelines and NMC standards.
Work collaboratively with the MDT to support clinical decision making and patient flow.
Communicate effectively with patients and relatives providing support
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and conduct concise handover
Escalate concerns appropriately to senior staff
Adhere to GPICS standards, infection prevention, safeguarding, and health and safety requirements.
Participate in education, and complete competencies, audit, and quality improvement activities.
Please see detailed Job Description attached.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Degree in related specialty
- NMC registered
Desirable
- Post graduate course/studies
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
- competent in IV medication administration
Desirable
- Mentoring and teaching qualification
- Intermediate Life Support
Experience
Essential
- The necessary experience as a Band 5 Registered Nurse and working in an acute ward (medical , surgical , A& E and acute wards) in an acute hospital setting.
- Understanding of infection prevention practices, safeguarding & risk management
Desirable
- Ability to perform Venepuncture & Cannulation
- Awareness of GPICS standards
Communications
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal , written and verbal communications skills
- Demonstrates the ability to undertake challenging conversations
- Demonstrates enthusiasm & commitment for further training and complete critical care competences and develope a career in critical care nursing
Desirable
- Knowledge of patient administration systems (e.g IPM, ICE, Nervcentre)
- Demonstrates Trust values and professional accountability
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Degree in related specialty
- NMC registered
Desirable
- Post graduate course/studies
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
- competent in IV medication administration
Desirable
- Mentoring and teaching qualification
- Intermediate Life Support
Experience
Essential
- The necessary experience as a Band 5 Registered Nurse and working in an acute ward (medical , surgical , A& E and acute wards) in an acute hospital setting.
- Understanding of infection prevention practices, safeguarding & risk management
Desirable
- Ability to perform Venepuncture & Cannulation
- Awareness of GPICS standards
Communications
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal , written and verbal communications skills
- Demonstrates the ability to undertake challenging conversations
- Demonstrates enthusiasm & commitment for further training and complete critical care competences and develope a career in critical care nursing
Desirable
- Knowledge of patient administration systems (e.g IPM, ICE, Nervcentre)
- Demonstrates Trust values and professional accountability
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).
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