Staff Nurse - Pre-Assessment (Bank) inBrighton inBrighton PUBLISHED WED 4 DEC 2024

£24 to £25 an hour BANK
FAMILY GYM NMC PENSION

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Nuffield Health is seeking a Staff Nurse for the Pre-Assessment team at their Brighton Hospital to deliver high-quality, matron-led care in a consultant-led setting. As the initial point of contact for patients, the successful candidate will utilize their broad knowledge and assessment skills to ensure optimal patient care before surgery, providing comfort and reassurance to both patients and their families. This role requires a nurse or practitioner registered with the appropriate governing body (such as NMC), along with relevant post-registration experience.

The position is part-time and operates on a bank system, allowing flexibility in work hours. The pay rate is up to £25.00 per hour, depending on experience. Nuffield Health emphasises a supportive workplace culture and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including holiday entitlement, pension access, and discounted gym membership. Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly, as applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Be part of a close-knit team delivering matron-led care in a consultant-led service. As the first point of contact you will work with leading talent and professionals to make the right assessments for patients prior to their surgery. Demonstrate a broad knowledge base and assessment skills to ensure patient care.

Fully understand and support the needs of each patient and their family. Offer comfort and reassurance, providing the highest standards of care. Build your experience across new practices, equipment and facilities. Work with practitioners in other areas, understanding that continuity in patient care is key. Work with leading talent and make the right assessments.

About us
Staff Nurse - Pre-Assessment (Bank) Brighton Hospital | Nursing | Bank | Part Time Up to £25.00 per hour depending on experience Who is Britain's largest Healthcare Charity? We are. Through our award-winning hospitals and leisure facilities, we're looking after the nation's health like no-one else. We'll give you more time to care and get to know your patients and their families. So, if you want to work where you can bring your passion for nursing to life, look no further. As a Staff Nurse in Pre-Assessment at our Brighton Hospital, it's vital that you're a nurse or practitioner registered with the appropriate governing body. You bring the qualifications and experience relevant to your registration, including NMC, as well as post-registration experience. You're passionate about patient care and it shows. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month. Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

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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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