Staff Nurse - Ward 10 inLiverpool inLiverpool PUBLISHED THU 21 NOV 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum FIXEDTERM GOOD SALARY

CANCER CANNULATION HAEMATOLOGY NHS VENEPUNCTURE

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust r4GclzDY

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a full-time Band 5 Staff Nurse for a 12-month fixed-term position in their newly merged medical day ward, which opened in October 2022. The ward covers six specialties: Endocrinology, Haematology, Clinical Chemistry, Respiratory, Renal, and Gastroenterology. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a willingness to thrive in a busy environment, where they will gain experience by performing various tasks including venepuncture, cannulation, medication administration (oral and IV), and caring for paracentesis patients.

The role entails delivering high standards of patient care in a supportive team atmosphere, where the successful candidate will learn essential skills and become proficient in handling different tests and infusions used in the unit. The day ward operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and there may be opportunities to participate in a non-cancerous chemotherapy course to enhance their expertise in administering cytotoxic infusions.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full time band 5 staff nurse post to come and join us on the medical day ward. This will be a 12mth fixed term contract. This is a newly merged unit and opened in October 2022. We cover 6 different specialties and require a staff nurse who shows excellent skills in communication, and wants to work in a very busy day unit were you will learn lots of new skills.

The skills needed for this role are as required

Venepuncture

Cannulation

Iv meds and oral meds

IT skills

We look after 6 different specialties which includes

Endocrinology

Haematology

Clinical chemistry

Respiratory

Renal

Gastroenterology

The successful candidate will look after all the specialties and will get to learn all the different tests and infusions we do on the medical day ward, plus will learn lots of new skills

About us
The successful candidate will be looking after all specialties of patients we treat, and will safely deliver high standards of care.

The medical day unit is open from Monday to Friday 08:00am until 18:00pm at present and closed Bank Holidays.

Duties include administration of medications oral and IV, injections, Venesections, and look after paracentesis patients who require ascetic drain insertion.

There will also be an opportunity to attend a non cancerous chemotherapy course so you will gain the skills to deliver cytotoxic infusions

We have a highly skilful team already established on the day ward who will support the successful candidate .

The medical day ward has a fantastic team of nurses and admin who always supportive of each other

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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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