Staff Nurse inStoke On Trent inStoke On Trent PUBLISHED
FRI 8 NOV 2024
The Staff Nurse role at University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke On Trent involves assessing patient needs, developing and implementing care programs, and evaluating their effectiveness for both patients and their families. The position requires delivering high-quality clinical nursing within a ward or department, managing a group of patients, and taking charge of the ward as needed, demonstrating leadership and supervisory skills.
In addition to direct patient care, the Staff Nurse is expected to serve as a role model for students and Clinical Support Workers, ensuring a professional representation of both the nursing team and the wider organisation. For further information on the job responsibilities and qualifications, candidates are encouraged to review the attached Job Description and Person Specification, or to contact Sarah Doherty for clarification.
In addition to direct patient care, the Staff Nurse is expected to serve as a role model for students and Clinical Support Workers, ensuring a professional representation of both the nursing team and the wider organisation. For further information on the job responsibilities and qualifications, candidates are encouraged to review the attached Job Description and Person Specification, or to contact Sarah Doherty for clarification.
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of the needs, development of programmes of care, and for the implementation and evaluation of these programmes for patients and their relatives.
To provide a high standard of clinical nursing within the ward / department. To manage a group of patients. To take charge of the ward when rostered and assessed as competent to take on the roles and responsibilities of leadership and supervision. To act as a role model to students and Clinical Support Workers. To present a positive, professional image of the organisation and of the nursing team.
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For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
For more details on the post, please contact Sarah Doherty (see contact details)
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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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