Staff Nurse - Critical Care/ ITU inTameside inTameside PUBLISHED
MON 9 DEC 2024
Opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills in a critical care environment.
Participation in a patient safety program that emphasises safe and effective care.
Ability to make a significant difference in the lives of critically ill patients and their families.
Supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and motivation.
Flexible working hours with both full-time and part-time options available.
Engagement in comprehensive care planning, coordination, and evaluation, enhancing nursing practice.
The role of Staff Nurse - Critical Care/ITU at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust offers an exciting opportunity for both full and part-time applicants to develop their clinical skills while providing high-quality care to critically ill patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating expert nursing care, as well as assisting in the management of the clinical area. Commitment to patient safety and adherence to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct are essential, alongside alignment with the Trust's values to enhance patient and family experiences.
Candidates must be hardworking, innovative, and motivated to contribute to a safe and effective care environment. This position includes the requirement for night duty rotation and emphasises the importance of assessment, planning, and implementation of nursing care in alignment with Trust policies and standards. Additional qualifications and experiences will be outlined in the attached documents for interested applicants.
Candidates must be hardworking, innovative, and motivated to contribute to a safe and effective care environment. This position includes the requirement for night duty rotation and emphasises the importance of assessment, planning, and implementation of nursing care in alignment with Trust policies and standards. Additional qualifications and experiences will be outlined in the attached documents for interested applicants.
Staff Nurse - Critical Care/ITU Band 5 - Full and Part time hours available Permanent
This exciting opportunity will allow the successful applicant to develop their clinical skills whilst working within critical care.
As a Trust we take pride in our patient safety program to deliver safe and effective care. We firmly believe in our Trusts values and behaviours and strive to provide a quality experience for our patients and their families. Therefore we are seeking hardworking, innovative and highly motivated nurses to join our team.
In this role you would plan, co-ordinate, deliver and evaluate expert high standard care to critically ill patients within the unit.
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To assess, plan implement and evaluate nursing care for patients and their families
Assist in the management and organisation of work as required in the clinical area.
To always act in a manner consistent with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, carrying out his/her duties in accordance with Trust policies and procedures
The post will require rotation onto night duty.
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The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
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1. Can you describe your experience working in a critical care environment? What specific skills have you gained?
2. How do you prioritise care when managing multiple critically ill patients? Can you give an example from your previous experience?
3. What procedures or interventions are you most comfortable performing in a critical care setting?
4. Can you provide an example of a complex case you managed, including your approach to assessing and implementing care?
5. How do you ensure that care is patient-centred, especially when dealing with families of critically ill patients?
1. Can you describe your experience working in a critical care environment? What specific skills have you gained?
2. How do you prioritise care when managing multiple critically ill patients? Can you give an example from your previous experience?
3. What procedures or interventions are you most comfortable performing in a critical care setting?
4. Can you provide an example of a complex case you managed, including your approach to assessing and implementing care?
5. How do you ensure that care is patient-centred, especially when dealing with families of critically ill patients?
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Useful skills for a Staff Nurse - Critical Care/ITU:
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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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