Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata
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ALCOHOL CYSTIC FIBROSIS EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT HOLISTIC MIDWIFERY MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS NMC ROLE MODEL
Opportunity to work within a friendly and dynamic multi-disciplinary team, enhancing collaboration and professional relationships.
Ability to make a positive impact on the wellbeing and experiences of young patients and their families.
Comprehensive support and training for nurses of all levels of experience, allowing for personal and professional growth.
Involvement in a wide range of pediatric care, including areas like enuresis, epilepsy, cystic fibrosis, and diabetes, offering diverse professional experiences.
Role includes significant responsibilities such as planning and evaluating personalized care, fostering leadership and decision-making skills.
Chance to act as a role model and mentor for junior staff, contributing to a culture of learning and development within the team.
The role of "Staff Nurse - Children & Young People Services" at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Preston focuses on providing high-quality care to young patients and their families within a supportive, multi-disciplinary team environment. The position is open to registered children's nurses of all experience levels, requiring key skills such as prioritisation, resilience, communication, teamwork, and time management.
Responsibilities include planning, delivering, and evaluating patient care according to professional standards, supporting patient education and health promotion, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The nurse will coordinate care delivery, supervise junior staff, maintain accurate records, and promote equality in care. Additionally, engagement in education and training for junior staff, involvement in nursing practice developments, and addressing local issues and complaints are expected. Please note that only candidates with UK NMC registration will be considered.
Responsibilities include planning, delivering, and evaluating patient care according to professional standards, supporting patient education and health promotion, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The nurse will coordinate care delivery, supervise junior staff, maintain accurate records, and promote equality in care. Additionally, engagement in education and training for junior staff, involvement in nursing practice developments, and addressing local issues and complaints are expected. Please note that only candidates with UK NMC registration will be considered.
Hello my name is Jessica Wolstenholme and I am the ward 8 manager. We have exciting opportunities for registered children's nurses of all levels of experience. You would be joining a friendly and dynamic multi-disciplinary team.
We want all our young patients and their families to have a positive experience whilst at our Trust and are looking for some very special staff to join our team. Superpowers include ability to prioritise, resilience, communication, working as part of a team and independently, time management skills, a willingness to develop and also the ability to maintain high professional standards with an element of fun.
Please note: Alloverseas applicationswho do not haveNMC registration allowing them to practice as a staff nurse in the UK will not be shortlisted.
You will be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating the personalised health and wellbeing care needs of patients and families, in line with the Trust's Values & Nursing & Midwifery Professional Framework StandardsWe have a dedicated outreach team which manages care for children with enuresis, epilepsy, cystic fibrosis, diabetes, complex needs and acute care. Working with others we have close links with the Emergency Department, Paediatric Assessment Unit, Children's Outpatients Department and Community Paediatric Service. Our ward based team is multi-disciplinary including physios, pharmacist, play specialists, patient experience coordinator and the CAMHS team.
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- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to meet patients needs in accordance with agreed local and national standards and evidence-based guidelines.
- Support and provide patient education and health promotion.
- Be responsible for the delivery and co-ordination of care, through appropriate professional practice, delegation and supervision of duties carried out by junior staff.
- Proactively manage risk and maintain patient safety, conforming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Assist in setting, monitoring and maintaining standards of care to improve the patient experience and outcome of care.
- Communicate all relevant information to the multidisciplinary team internally and with external organisations as required, to ensure seamless care.
- Maintain accurate and complete records of all care activities, in a timely manner, adhering to local and professional standards for documentation.
- Act as a role model, presenting a positive image of self, team and the organisation.
- Promote equality in care and practice by recognising, respecting and meeting the needs and choices of individuals.
- Ensures environment of care is safe, well-equipped and compliant with standards for hygiene and cleanliness.
- To participate in education and training of junior staff.
- Maintain and develop own professional competence and seek to extend the scope of personal knowledge and skills within the scope of role and professional practice.
- Proactively engage with Trust-wide or local changes and developments in nursing practice e.g. intentional rounding, alcohol screening.
- Actively try to resolve issues and complaints at local level and then report the outcome to line manager.
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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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