Job summary
Neurosurgical High Care Unit is a mixed, 10 bedded area, 1:4 nursing & a diverse mix of acuity and dependency
We provide care & treatment for patients, who have Neurosurgical conditions, such as brain & spinal tumours, subarachnoid haemorrhages, acquired brain injuries & complex spinal disorders
We care for a wide variety of patients, & their families, many of whom are stepping down from Critical Care. They often have complex needs including traches, NGT's, arterial lines, EVD's & ICP monitoring.
Main duties of the job
The Nursing role involves the assessment, care & recovery of patients undergoing a variety of elective & emergency Neurosurgical procedures. The Team works closely with specialist colleagues from the Tracheostomy Ward Round, Speech & Language, OT, Physio & Dieticians to ensure our patients receive the best care possible. The work is varied & at times complex & challenging
About us
We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.
Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.
You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.
You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for resilient individuals with excellent communication skills, who are flexible & adaptive in many situations, who are striving to go the extra mile for our patients & make a real difference.
Its a demanding but rewarding job. We always put our patients first & believe in creating an open & positive working environment where staff feel valued & empowered.
No previous Neurosurgical experience is required, as we will provide a comprehensive Local induction; this includes a 6 week supernumery period, allowing you to fully experience the Department without added pressure & with a friendly & supportive Team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for resilient individuals with excellent communication skills, who are flexible & adaptive in many situations, who are striving to go the extra mile for our patients & make a real difference.
Its a demanding but rewarding job. We always put our patients first & believe in creating an open & positive working environment where staff feel valued & empowered.
No previous Neurosurgical experience is required, as we will provide a comprehensive Local induction; this includes a 6 week supernumery period, allowing you to fully experience the Department without added pressure & with a friendly & supportive Team.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration
- RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts ,RN8 or RNC Children's Nursing Posts
- Diploma in Nursing
- NMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards following 18 months commencement in post
- Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Willing to expand clinical role eg IV additives, venepuncture and cannulation
- Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
- Demonstrates competency during internship
Desirable
- Knowledge of ethical issues
- Evidence of clinical competence in area of speciality eg surgery
- Knowledge of Leadership and Management
- Research and Development
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration
- RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts ,RN8 or RNC Children's Nursing Posts
- Diploma in Nursing
- NMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards following 18 months commencement in post
- Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Willing to expand clinical role eg IV additives, venepuncture and cannulation
- Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
- Demonstrates competency during internship
Desirable
- Knowledge of ethical issues
- Evidence of clinical competence in area of speciality eg surgery
- Knowledge of Leadership and Management
- Research and Development
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
