Staff Nurse - Respiratory Ward

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

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Job summary

The Respiratory Unit encompasses two respiratory wards that has now merged into 1 unit. Respiratory Support Unit (RSU)and Respiratory ward (formerly Ward 4 and 7). The team works closely with the Buckinghamshire Integrated Respiratory Service, Intensive care Unit, Outreach teams, A& E resus teams. We receive patients direct from A&E Resus, A&E Majors, A&E RAT, Assessment Observation Unit, and other Acute Medical unit .

We also receive patients from other areas from within the hospital who require NIV retrieval service and specialist respiratory knowledge and skills. The patients are assessed, stabilised and either transferred appropriately to RSU or Respiratory ward or discharged.

It is a busy environment providing great learning opportunities especially in acute respiratory care. The nursing team works closely with their colleagues from other disciplines to promote a smooth and efficient cohesive service. Ideal candidates will have initiative, a willingness to learn and an ability to prioritise.

It is an excellent ward to develop your acute care skills, such as Non-invasive ventilation and tracheostomy care. Due to the nature of the specialty you will also gain some palliative care experience and knowledge.

Whilst experience within an acute care setting is preferred, those newly Registered will receive good support to gain the right skills. Good communication is essential in this environment where patient care is paramount.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and thedevelopment and/or implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.

Is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision.
Is expected to supervise qualified junior staff and HCAs.
Is able and expected to teach qualified and unqualified staff. Including preregistered and post basic students.

About us

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, youll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.

We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

Were committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.

As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.

Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.

Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Date posted

18 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

434-IM5725540

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

Good general education
Registered General Nurse

Experience

Desirable

Previous work related experience
Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
Strong post registration experience

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Ability to communicate clearly with patients and multi-disciplinary team
Ability to write clearly and legibly in English
Knowledge of the role of a Band 5
Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
Knowledge of the Data Protection Act

Desirable

Able to manage own case load with supervision
Ability to work all shifts including night duty
Computer skills
Self-motivated
Knowledge of evidence-based practice
Good time management skills

Special Circumstances

Essential

Able to work required shift pattern
Driving Licence

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

Good general education
Registered General Nurse

Experience

Desirable

Previous work related experience
Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
Strong post registration experience

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Ability to communicate clearly with patients and multi-disciplinary team
Ability to write clearly and legibly in English
Knowledge of the role of a Band 5
Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
Knowledge of the Data Protection Act

Desirable

Able to manage own case load with supervision
Ability to work all shifts including night duty
Computer skills
Self-motivated
Knowledge of evidence-based practice
Good time management skills

Special Circumstances

Essential

Able to work required shift pattern
Driving Licence

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.