Staff Nurse - Ward 1B SDEC/ Acute Medical Unit (Ward 1C) inPrescot inPrescot PUBLISHED
THU 9 JAN 2025
Comprehensive support for newly qualified nurses through a structured 12-month preceptorship program with experienced staff to facilitate professional growth.
Opportunities for hands-on experience in an Enhanced Care Area (ECA), providing care for Level 1 patients with acute medical needs, enhancing clinical skills.
Access to advanced training and development programs, including blood gas analysis, ECGs, and the Advanced Life Skills Course to ensure a high standard of care.
Participation in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, fostering personal and professional growth through ongoing in-service training and curriculum evolution.
Involvement in quality initiatives and the opportunity to contribute to care standards in a highly regarded hospital recognized for excellence in patient care.
A supportive and engaging work culture fostered by a trust rated as 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, ensuring a positive workplace experience.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking qualified and newly qualified nurses to join their proactive team in the Staff Nurse role at the Acute Medical Unit (Ward 1C) and SDEC (Ward 1B). The unit is designed for dynamic and enthusiastic individuals interested in acute nursing, providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. Staff will work directly with Level 1 patients in the Enhanced Care Area, addressing various medical needs including respiratory support and cardiac monitoring. New nurses will receive comprehensive training and a structured 12-month preceptorship to enhance their skills.
Candidates must possess excellent communication and assessment skills and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development. Responsibilities include participating in patient care planning, conducting assessments, supporting patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, and promoting the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals. The role offers opportunities for further training and development, ensuring nurses are well-equipped to provide high standards of care in line with the Trust’s '5 Star Patient Care' strategy. An Enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this position.
Candidates must possess excellent communication and assessment skills and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development. Responsibilities include participating in patient care planning, conducting assessments, supporting patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, and promoting the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals. The role offers opportunities for further training and development, ensuring nurses are well-equipped to provide high standards of care in line with the Trust’s '5 Star Patient Care' strategy. An Enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this position.
A Vacancy at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
We are looking for suitably qualified nurses to join our proactive team. Equally if you are a newly qualified nurse who would like a career in acute nursing, but are worried that it may be too early in your career we are also happy to ensure you can work on the unit and support would be provided to ensure you flourish.
We have dedicated Education Facilitators who ensure that all are staff are trained and equipped to work within the ever changing ward environment. Newly qualified nurses will have a 12 month preceptorship with one of our experience staff.
We require excellent nurses who want exciting, challenging roles, to deliver first class high quality patient care. We are a unique unit that has an Enhanced Care Area (ECA) where we provide care to Level 1 patients. Each Staff Nurse will get an opportunity of a rotation to our ECA. These patients come directly from A & E. The ECA beds will take patients who require respiratory support, as well as cardiac monitoring in the acute phase of their illness, as well as other patients requiring a High Dependency Setting. Our staff have the opportunity to undertake blood gases; ECGs and undertake the Advanced Life Skills Course in order to maintain our highest standards of acute medical care.
An Enhanced DBS Certificate with the checking of the Childrens and Adults Barred Lists is required for this post.
The AMU is a fast paced, busy environment, the successful candidates will be dynamic, enthusiastic individuals, who would like to further their career in this area of medical nursing.
Commitment to undertake ongoing in-service training and development is essential. You should be motivated, keen to learn & ready to embrace change. Our commitment to you is to provide the environment for this to happen and ensure that you are part of our defined preceptorship programme. We can offer on going professional development on the ward & training opportunities relevant to the clinical area. We also offer our nursing staff the opportunity to take up funds from our apprenticeship funding which will ensure funding to further develop in your chosen career pathway.
The main duties
To contribute to the delivery of quality patient care by participating in and providing the assessment, planning, provision and evaluation of individualised care
To assist in the admission, transfer & discharge of patients in accordance with local policy
To participate in the developing and monitoring of standards of care and other quality initiatives in a positive manner
To fulfil the role of the departmental triage nurse, utilising advanced skills of assessment, prioritisation, decision-making, risk management and communication skills
To always be caring, approachable and display a consistently professional manner
Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy
St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is the only acute Trust in Cheshire and Merseyside, and one of the few in the entire country, to achieve the title of OUTSTANDING, rated by the Care Quality Commission.
We provide a full range of acute adult services to our local population of circa 360,000 and provide tertiary services across a much wider area in the North West, North Wales and Isle of Man. We are a Major Trauma Unit and the Mersey Regional Burns Unit.
Our '5 Star Patient Care' strategy is at the heart of all that we do; supporting our vision to provide world class services for all our patients by getting it right for every patient, every time.
Our Latest Achievements Include
Acute Trust of the Year HSJ Awards November 2
Trust rates Outstanding by the CQC Inspection August 2
Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers and Health Service Journal)
Best acute Trust in England for quality of care for the 3rdyear running (NHS Staff Survey)
In the NHS Staff Survey 2020 the Trust scored the highest marks in the following areas;
Quality of care
Staff engagement
Support from managers
KEY DUTIES
To contribute to the delivery of quality patient care by participating in and providing the assessment, planning, provision and evaluation of individualised care
To assist in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with local policy
To participate in the developing and monitoring of standards of care and other quality initiatives in a positive manner
To fulfil the role of the departmental triage nurse, utilising advanced skills of assessment, prioritisation, decision-making, risk management and communication skills
To always be caring, approachable and display a consistently professional manner
Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy
Clinical & Professional Responsibilities
Maintain Professional Registration
Adhere to the NMC Code of Practice and The Scope of Professional Practice
Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided and is consistent with clinical guidelines
In accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will actively participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role. The Act requires the post holder to attend infection prevention and control training on induction and at regular updates and to take responsibility for the practical application of the training in the course of their work. Infection prevention and control must be included in any personal development plan and/or appraisal
To report and record any untoward incidents
To assist in the promotion of effective communication with all staff, patients and relatives and other departments as required
To have responsibility for the security and maintenance of equipment belonging to the department. Help to ensure that all equipment is in safe working order in conjunction with the department Resource Co-ordinator
To assist the Nurse Coordinator in achievement of key performance indicators for the department and the Trust
Administrative Responsibilities
To utilise knowledge or hospital systems/procedures in order to appropriately divert/refer patients to alternative/appropriate services and pathways
To ensure that the recording of patient care is co
We are looking for suitably qualified nurses to join our proactive team. Equally if you are a newly qualified nurse who would like a career in acute nursing, but are worried that it may be too early in your career we are also happy to ensure you can work on the unit and support would be provided to ensure you flourish.
We have dedicated Education Facilitators who ensure that all are staff are trained and equipped to work within the ever changing ward environment. Newly qualified nurses will have a 12 month preceptorship with one of our experience staff.
We require excellent nurses who want exciting, challenging roles, to deliver first class high quality patient care. We are a unique unit that has an Enhanced Care Area (ECA) where we provide care to Level 1 patients. Each Staff Nurse will get an opportunity of a rotation to our ECA. These patients come directly from A & E. The ECA beds will take patients who require respiratory support, as well as cardiac monitoring in the acute phase of their illness, as well as other patients requiring a High Dependency Setting. Our staff have the opportunity to undertake blood gases; ECGs and undertake the Advanced Life Skills Course in order to maintain our highest standards of acute medical care.
An Enhanced DBS Certificate with the checking of the Childrens and Adults Barred Lists is required for this post.
The AMU is a fast paced, busy environment, the successful candidates will be dynamic, enthusiastic individuals, who would like to further their career in this area of medical nursing.
Commitment to undertake ongoing in-service training and development is essential. You should be motivated, keen to learn & ready to embrace change. Our commitment to you is to provide the environment for this to happen and ensure that you are part of our defined preceptorship programme. We can offer on going professional development on the ward & training opportunities relevant to the clinical area. We also offer our nursing staff the opportunity to take up funds from our apprenticeship funding which will ensure funding to further develop in your chosen career pathway.
The main duties
To contribute to the delivery of quality patient care by participating in and providing the assessment, planning, provision and evaluation of individualised care
To assist in the admission, transfer & discharge of patients in accordance with local policy
To participate in the developing and monitoring of standards of care and other quality initiatives in a positive manner
To fulfil the role of the departmental triage nurse, utilising advanced skills of assessment, prioritisation, decision-making, risk management and communication skills
To always be caring, approachable and display a consistently professional manner
Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy
St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is the only acute Trust in Cheshire and Merseyside, and one of the few in the entire country, to achieve the title of OUTSTANDING, rated by the Care Quality Commission.
We provide a full range of acute adult services to our local population of circa 360,000 and provide tertiary services across a much wider area in the North West, North Wales and Isle of Man. We are a Major Trauma Unit and the Mersey Regional Burns Unit.
Our '5 Star Patient Care' strategy is at the heart of all that we do; supporting our vision to provide world class services for all our patients by getting it right for every patient, every time.
Our Latest Achievements Include
Acute Trust of the Year HSJ Awards November 2
Trust rates Outstanding by the CQC Inspection August 2
Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers and Health Service Journal)
Best acute Trust in England for quality of care for the 3rdyear running (NHS Staff Survey)
In the NHS Staff Survey 2020 the Trust scored the highest marks in the following areas;
Quality of care
Staff engagement
Support from managers
KEY DUTIES
To contribute to the delivery of quality patient care by participating in and providing the assessment, planning, provision and evaluation of individualised care
To assist in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with local policy
To participate in the developing and monitoring of standards of care and other quality initiatives in a positive manner
To fulfil the role of the departmental triage nurse, utilising advanced skills of assessment, prioritisation, decision-making, risk management and communication skills
To always be caring, approachable and display a consistently professional manner
Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy
Clinical & Professional Responsibilities
Maintain Professional Registration
Adhere to the NMC Code of Practice and The Scope of Professional Practice
Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided and is consistent with clinical guidelines
In accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will actively participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role. The Act requires the post holder to attend infection prevention and control training on induction and at regular updates and to take responsibility for the practical application of the training in the course of their work. Infection prevention and control must be included in any personal development plan and/or appraisal
To report and record any untoward incidents
To assist in the promotion of effective communication with all staff, patients and relatives and other departments as required
To have responsibility for the security and maintenance of equipment belonging to the department. Help to ensure that all equipment is in safe working order in conjunction with the department Resource Co-ordinator
To assist the Nurse Coordinator in achievement of key performance indicators for the department and the Trust
Administrative Responsibilities
To utilise knowledge or hospital systems/procedures in order to appropriately divert/refer patients to alternative/appropriate services and pathways
To ensure that the recording of patient care is co
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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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