Staff Nurse - Surrey Downs Health & Care in Epsom inEpsom PUBLISHED MON 24 FEB 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 5: £34,521 to £41,956 a year Pro Rata per Annum inc Outer HCAS
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Surrey Downs Health & Care
Mary Seacole is a new integrated unit providing care and rehabilitation to promote health, maximise independence and quality of life. All patients are treated with dignity, respect, involved in decisions at all stages of their treatment and care and the team strives to achieve what matters most to the patients.
We are looking for dynamic, passionate and motivated nurse willing to continue to expand and develop their own skills and knowledge
The team work Shift patterns (long days 7:30am-8pm and night shifts 7:30pm-8am)
To work within the multi-disciplinary team. To assist the team in the provision of a high quality holistic care packages. To undertake clinical and team responsibilities relevant to the skills and competencies of the personal specification for this post.
About us
- To work as part of the team and be accountable in the provision of a high standard of individual quality client care, within the agreed guidelines.
- To treat all clients as individuals, respecting their privacy and dignity at all times.
- To participate in the assessment process of care needs and implementation programmes of holistic care
- Involving, supporting, informing and educating family/carers.
- To take every opportunity to promote health and wellbeing of clients.
- To work without direct supervision and to maintain close liaison with the Senior Team Member
- To maintain clear and comprehensive, signed and contemporaneous records according to company procedures.
- To maintain, develop and monitor standards of evidence based nursing care
- To maintain own professional and clinical integrity in line with NMC guidelines.
- To support/mentor team members and participate in clinical supervision activities.
- To work in co-operation and partnership with all other professionals and agencies involved in the care of the client.
- To be aware of and act upon when necessary, procedures that are in place to protect vulnerable individuals.
- To participate in the companys Clinical Governance Strategy.
- To participate in the companys Risk Management Strategy
- To undertake any such other duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with responsibilities and scale of the post.
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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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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