Staff Nurse • Bristol University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nStaff Nurse with University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) in Bristol, United Kingdom\n\n Job summary D701: Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and Rapid Access Unit at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre: Our Same Day Emergency Care and Rapid Access Unit is a newly designed, dynamic service and we are looking to recruit a Staff Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team. We have combined two streams for both haematology and oncology patients in one department. We are a dedicated team of compassionate, skilled professionals looking for a new member of our senior nursing team. You will bring clinical expertise and a real understanding of what good quality care looks like. You will be crucial to maintaining the high standards of care which we are proud of and inspire the nursing team to deliver the best care to our patients. There has never been a more exciting time to come and work on D701 with lots of exciting opportunities. Our Trust has twice been rated Outstanding by the CQC, a testament to the commitment and hard work of our staff. The Centre has an excellent reputation nationally and internationally for research and innovation, and we are the regional specialist centre in the South west for Oncology and Haematology as well as palliative care. The Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) is covered 24/7 for our patients' however as a team we cover this service between 07.00am and 19.30pm 7 days a week. The Rapid Access service is currently covered between 08.00am - 18.00pm Monday - Friday. Main duties of the job -Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care -Communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality with patient carers and the multi-disciplinary team. -Take responsibility for own professional development and clinical update -Provide accurate timely contemporary records of care and treatment in line with UBHT record keeping policy and NMC -Work within Trust Nursing policies and procedures and professional boundaries undertake all appropriate aspects of Nursing Care required including specific relevant clinical skills gained following appropriate training instruction -Promote and maintain a safe environment for patients: Administer medicines in accordance with Trust policy. Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infections. -Respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems/issues for patients/carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALs where appropriate. -Assist with the smooth running of the clinical area by carrying out other duties such as stocking up, tidying and cleaning up equipment. About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge. Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential RN (NMC registered) / or NVQ 3 Operating Department Practice pre 2004 or Diploma in Higher Education Operating Department Practice post 2004 Current NMC registration / or current Health Professions Council registration for ODPs Desirable Work towards relevant university accredited post basic study programmes Current NMC registration / or current Health Professions Council registration for ODPs Public Sector Language Competency Essential Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard Skills/ Abilities Essential Demonstrate competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and MDT Computer skills Competence in calculations for safe administration of medicines/fluids Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient Clinical decision making ability Teaching/supervisory skills Ability to work with minimum supervision Act in a professional manner Self-motivated A team player Recognition of own limits Flexible working practices Knowledge/Experience Essential Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within a hospital environment Interest in the clinical area Experience of teaching Desirable Experience of taking charge Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential RN (NMC registered) / or NVQ 3 Operating Department Practice pre 2004 or Diploma in Higher Education Operating Department Practice post 2004 Current NMC registration / or current Health Professions Council registration for ODPs Desirable Work towards relevant university accredited post basic study programmes Current NMC registration / or current Health Professions Council registration for ODPs Public Sector Language Competency Essential Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard Skills/ Abilities Essential Demonstrate competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and MDT Computer skills Competence in calculations for safe administration of medicines/fluids Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient Clinical decision making ability Teaching/supervisory skills Ability to work with minimum supervision Act in a professional manner Self-motivated A team player Recognition of own limits Flexible working practices Knowledge/Experience Essential Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within a hospital environment Interest in the clinical area Experience of teaching Desirable Experience of taking charge 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 . 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. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Certificate of Sponsorship 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 . 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. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) Address Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre Horfield Road Bristol BS2 8ED Employer's website "}