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Staff NurseinTruroinTruroPUBLISHED TUE 22 OCT 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa pro rata  PERMANENT  GOOD SALARY 

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Royal Cornwall Hospitals TrustFollow Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust is seeking a Staff Nurse to join their team at Wheal Coates, a mixed specialty surgical ward in Truro. The role focuses on delivering patient-centered care throughout their journey for planned elective surgeries, including inpatient and day-cases across various specialties such as ENT, ophthalmology, and vascular surgery. The hospital values a supportive team environment that promotes autonomous nursing practice, offering significant opportunities for professional development and cross-specialty experience.

Candidates are not required to have prior surgical experience, as the trust is committed to nurturing all Registered Nurses. The position is full-time (37.5 hours per week) but part-time options are also available. The trust emphasises the importance of staff well-being for achieving positive patient outcomes and encourages applicants to discuss any flexible working needs during the interview process. Additionally, successful candidates will undergo several pre-employment checks and are invited to familiarize themselves with the full job description and person specification.

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Useful skills for a Staff Nurse:
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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