Band 5 Staff Nurse in London inLondon PUBLISHED FRI 28 FEB 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 5 GOOD SALARY
Barts Health NHS Trust rCOpOZd
Job description
We are currently looking for dynamic and motivated experienced Band 5 Nurses to join our friendly and dedicated team of nurses on Upton Park our acute inpatient respiratory ward
The Division of Medicine hosts 8 inpatient wards and has currently entered an exciting era.
Upton Park is our brand new 26 Bedded Respiratory Unit and provides specialist respiratory care which includes acute Level 2 respiratory support (NIV,CPAP, HiFlow Oxygen) and management of acute tracheostomies. Our aim is to always provide compassionate, safe patient focused care.
The division is supported by a dedicated Band 7 Team, PDN team, 2 Matrons and 3 Senior Nurses.
You will be supported in your professional development by our dedicated team of PDN’s. There are opportunities to develop specialist skills with both on the job training and external courses.As well as your professional development we also have a newly created Well-being space, outside areas including designated garden areas as well as fitness classes including a running group
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Fiona Sarpong Job title: Manager Email address: Telephone number:
The Division of Medicine hosts 8 inpatient wards and has currently entered an exciting era.
Upton Park is our brand new 26 Bedded Respiratory Unit and provides specialist respiratory care which includes acute Level 2 respiratory support (NIV,CPAP, HiFlow Oxygen) and management of acute tracheostomies. Our aim is to always provide compassionate, safe patient focused care.
The division is supported by a dedicated Band 7 Team, PDN team, 2 Matrons and 3 Senior Nurses.
You will be supported in your professional development by our dedicated team of PDN’s. There are opportunities to develop specialist skills with both on the job training and external courses.As well as your professional development we also have a newly created Well-being space, outside areas including designated garden areas as well as fitness classes including a running group
- The successful candidate will provide the highest standard of individualised and holistic patient care, in conjunction with the interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams. The post holder will work within the NMC Code, trust policies, guidance, and procedures to ensure safe working practice.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Fiona Sarpong Job title: Manager Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a Band 5 Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of specific qualifications, clinical skills, and personal attributes. Here’s a breakdown of what is typically required:
Qualifications
1. Nursing Degree: You must hold a registered nursing degree from a recognized institution. This includes a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Nursing or a diploma in nursing.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Clinical Skills
1. Patient Care: Ability to provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and monitoring vital signs.
2. Assessment Skills: Proficiency in assessing patients’ needs and understanding complex health conditions.
3. Basic Life Support (BLS): Training in basic life support and emergency response techniques.
4. IV Skills: Competency in administering intravenous treatments if required by the department.
5. Infection Control: Knowledge of infection prevention and control measures.
6. Medication Management: Understanding pharmacology and being able to safely administer medications.
7. Record Keeping: Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
Interpersonal Skills
1. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues.
2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
3. Empathy: Strong interpersonal skills to provide emotional support to patients and their families.
4. Problem-Solving: Critical thinking and decision-making skills to manage patient care and resolve issues.
Personal Attributes
1. Attention to Detail: Being thorough and accurate in your assessment and treatment of patients.
2. Resilience: Ability to cope with the emotional and physical demands of nursing.
3. Adaptability: Flexibility to cope with changing situations and priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment.
4. Time Management: Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and manage workload effectively.
Additional Considerations
1. Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Commitment to ongoing education and professional development to stay current with best practices in nursing.
2. Specialization: Depending on the setting, knowledge or interest in a specific nursing specialty (such as elderly care, pediatrics, mental health, etc.) can be beneficial.
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