Staff Nurse inBromsgrove inBromsgrove PUBLISHED WED 20 NOV 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year Pro-Rata for Part-Time PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust rwvAQdcN

The Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust is seeking Staff Nurses for Cottage Ward at The Princess of Wales Community Hospital in Bromsgrove. The role involves providing rehabilitation care to patients, promoting their comfort and independence as they transition from hospital to community. Candidates will join a supportive, nurse and therapy-led environment that values clinical practice, management development, and a collaborative multidisciplinary team approach.

Staff Nurses will be expected to manage daily ward operations, administer medications, and engage with patients, families, and caregivers. The position offers various hours, including full and part-time options, emphasizing ongoing learning and professional growth within a friendly team. The Trust seeks passionate individuals who are adaptable, willing to learn, and eager to make a positive impact on patient care.

Do you want to work for a Trust that C.A.R.E.S?Here at The Princess of Wales Community Hospital we are passionate about delivering outstanding care to our patients and continually strive to provide a seamless transition from a hospital environment back into the community. Cottage ward is looking to recruit staff nurses and we have a variety of hours available including full and part time.Our wards are predominantly Nurse and Therapy led allowing our passionate RNs to exercise their clinical practice alongside developing management and leadership skills in a friendly, dynamic and supportive environment.We want your courage, your ambition, your ability to respond and willingness to learn and develop.We want you to feel empowered to make a real difference to your patients, enabling the frailest to feel supported as they transition into the next stage of their lives.Whatever your nursing background, it is your ability to inspire your team, adapt and integrate methods of care to support your patients that will help us all, at HWHACT, to ensure we can continually deliver our vision and values by working together for outstanding care.To discuss informally if this is the right role for you, get in touch with Recruiting Manager which can be found on the top right-hand side of the advert.

As a Staff Nurse you will be responsible for providing care to people admitted to our ward for rehabilitation, working to uphold the highest standards.. We work closely as a multi-disciplinary team. Our focusispromoting the comfort and wellbeing of patients, enablingthemto live as independently as possible. Xxx is a small but friendly team to work with. As a team we encourage ongoing learning and development through reflection and clinical supervision which we try and embed in our daily practice. Our nurses are required to facilitate the day to day running of the ward, administering medications, working alongside all members of the MDT as well as patients, their families and carers to provided 24/7 rehabilitation to enable the highest level of independence and quality of life. Our nurses are required to attend meetings as needed such as MDT and CHC or Discharge Planning.

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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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