Staff Nurse - AMU inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED
WED 29 JAN 2025
Opportunity to work in a friendly and dynamic multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration and teamwork.
Access to supportive development programs like preceptorship and peer support to enhance professional growth.
A chance to work in a prestigious NHS Trust, which is one of the largest in England and known for setting high standards.
Engagement with a diverse patient population, enhancing clinical skills and experience in acute care.
Involvement in innovative digital initiatives like the Hive Electronic Patient Record system, improving clinical quality and patient experience.
Opportunities for teaching and mentoring unqualified staff and students, helping to shape the next generation of healthcare professionals.
A commitment to sustainability through the Green Plan, allowing staff to contribute to an environmentally-friendly healthcare system.
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic NMC registered Band 5 Staff Nurse to join their Acute Medical Unit in Manchester. The successful candidate will work within a supportive and dynamic multidisciplinary team, delivering high standards of patient care and demonstrating best practices. Responsibilities include administering medications, communicating effectively with patients and their families, and working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals. The Trust offers a robust preceptorship program, peer support, and various educational opportunities to aid professional development.
As one of England's largest NHS Trusts, MFT emphasises a culture of inclusion and belonging, providing extensive career advancement opportunities. The role also involves supporting and supervising unqualified staff and students, fostering an environment of learning and growth. MFT is committed to innovation in healthcare through initiatives like the Hive Electronic Patient Record system and strives for sustainable healthcare practices as outlined in their Green Plan. Interested candidates can reach out to Unit Managers for more information or informal visits.
As one of England's largest NHS Trusts, MFT emphasises a culture of inclusion and belonging, providing extensive career advancement opportunities. The role also involves supporting and supervising unqualified staff and students, fostering an environment of learning and growth. MFT is committed to innovation in healthcare through initiatives like the Hive Electronic Patient Record system and strives for sustainable healthcare practices as outlined in their Green Plan. Interested candidates can reach out to Unit Managers for more information or informal visits.
We are looking for an NMC registered Band 5 staff nurse who is efficient enthusiastic, highly motivated nurse with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work in our team on the Acute Medical Unit. You will be joining our friendly and dynamic multidisciplinary team with excellent standards and great work ethic .You will be supported to develop as a band 5 staff nurse through preceptorship, peer support and an exciting range of educational opportunities.
Work as a Registered Nurse within a ward team on the Acute Medical Unit including administration of controlled drugs and all prescribed medicines.
Demonstrate high standards of care and set examples of best practice within the delivery of patient care.
Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare practitioners.
Support the nurse in charge of the ward and liaise with other departments and professionals to ensure the needs of the ward are met.
Chaperone the patient as required ensuring appropriate support.
Actively support and assist in alleviating distress and anxiety of patients, relatives or visitors, consistent with their personal beliefs and preferences.
Works within the NMC code of practice and professional guidelines.
Undertake such duties from time to time determined by the Co-ordinator and/or Unit Manager.
Provides teaching, guidance, supervision and support for unqualified staff and students where required.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jessica Brough and Elizabeth Kempton Job title: Unit Managers Email address: Telephone number:
Work as a Registered Nurse within a ward team on the Acute Medical Unit including administration of controlled drugs and all prescribed medicines.
Demonstrate high standards of care and set examples of best practice within the delivery of patient care.
Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare practitioners.
Support the nurse in charge of the ward and liaise with other departments and professionals to ensure the needs of the ward are met.
Chaperone the patient as required ensuring appropriate support.
Actively support and assist in alleviating distress and anxiety of patients, relatives or visitors, consistent with their personal beliefs and preferences.
Works within the NMC code of practice and professional guidelines.
Undertake such duties from time to time determined by the Co-ordinator and/or Unit Manager.
Provides teaching, guidance, supervision and support for unqualified staff and students where required.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jessica Brough and Elizabeth Kempton Job title: Unit Managers Email address: Telephone number:
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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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