Staff nurse - Daniels Rehabilitation Unit inUxbridge inUxbridge PUBLISHED
THU 17 OCT 2024
Opportunity to participate in all ward activities and take on leadership responsibilities.
Collaborative working with a multidisciplinary team to assess and implement patient care programs.
Role in teaching and supervising both qualified and unqualified staff, enhancing professional development.
Ability to act as a role model for junior staff, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Increased responsibility and accountability for a group of patients, promoting autonomy in nursing practice.
Engagement in a dynamic work environment within the rehabilitation unit, aiding patient recovery.
The Staff Nurse position at the Daniels Rehabilitation Unit in Uxbridge, under The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, involves active participation in ward activities as a key member of the nursing team, supporting senior staff in leadership roles. Primary responsibilities include assessing patient care needs, developing and evaluating care programs in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, and teaching both qualified and unqualified staff while serving as a role model for junior colleagues. The role also entails taking accountability for the care of a specific group of patients.
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.
Job Summary:1. Participate in all ward activities as an effective team member, supportingthe Senior Sister/Charge Nurse and Sister, taking delegated teamleadership responsibilities.2. To assess care needs, and the development, implementation andevaluation of programmes of care, in collaboration with themultidisciplinary team.3. To teach and supervise qualified and unqualified staff, and to act as a rolemodel to junior staff.4. To take responsibility and accountability for a group of patients.
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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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