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Band 5 Staff Nurse - A&EinBirminghaminBirminghamPUBLISHED WED 23 OCT 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year  PERMANENT 
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The Band 5 Staff Nurse in A&E at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is responsible for delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to patients, ensuring that their dignity and human rights are respected. The role requires the post holder to autonomously assess patient care needs, plan and implement care programs, and evaluate their effectiveness. They will also take on management responsibilities, supervising junior staff and collaborating with a range of health and social care professionals, while advocating for patient-centered care.

The nurse will ensure compliance with trust policies and guidelines while promoting a clean and safe environment, conducting relevant clinical procedures, and using up-to-date knowledge to enhance patient care quality. Additionally, the role includes the responsibility of addressing any concerns that may affect patient well-being and contributing to the overall development of clinical practice within the department.

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Useful skills for a Band 5 Staff Nurse - A&E:
To work as a Band 5 Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of specific qualifications, clinical skills, and personal attributes. Here’s a breakdown of what is typically required:
Qualifications
1. Nursing Degree: You must hold a registered nursing degree from a recognized institution. This includes a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Nursing or a diploma in nursing.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Clinical Skills
1. Patient Care: Ability to provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and monitoring vital signs.
2. Assessment Skills: Proficiency in assessing patients’ needs and understanding complex health conditions.
3. Basic Life Support (BLS): Training in basic life support and emergency response techniques.
4. IV Skills: Competency in administering intravenous treatments if required by the department.
5. Infection Control: Knowledge of infection prevention and control measures.
6. Medication Management: Understanding pharmacology and being able to safely administer medications.
7. Record Keeping: Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
Interpersonal Skills
1. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues.
2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
3. Empathy: Strong interpersonal skills to provide emotional support to patients and their families.
4. Problem-Solving: Critical thinking and decision-making skills to manage patient care and resolve issues.
Personal Attributes
1. Attention to Detail: Being thorough and accurate in your assessment and treatment of patients.
2. Resilience: Ability to cope with the emotional and physical demands of nursing.
3. Adaptability: Flexibility to cope with changing situations and priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment.
4. Time Management: Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and manage workload effectively.
Additional Considerations
1. Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Commitment to ongoing education and professional development to stay current with best practices in nursing.
2. Specialization: Depending on the setting, knowledge or interest in a specific nursing specialty (such as elderly care, pediatrics, mental health, etc.) can be beneficial.
 


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