Staff Nurse - Inpatient Vascular inTaunton inTaunton PUBLISHED FRI 18 OCT 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year PERMANENT
MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS NIGHTS WEEKEND

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The "Staff Nurse - Inpatient Vascular" position at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust in Taunton involves providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a specialized 22-bedded unit that caters to patients with complex vascular conditions. Nurses will be responsible for delivering evidence-based care, managing complex wound issues, and planning comprehensive discharges, while promoting team collaboration and effective communication. Flexibility in working hours, including nights and weekends, is required, and both full-time and part-time positions are available.

Candidates, whether experienced or newly qualified, will receive prioritised training and development opportunities. Additionally, experienced nurses will take on leadership roles to support the team in delivering patient care when senior staff are unavailable. The Trust encourages informal discussions about the role and values a patient involvement strategy in its care approach. Applicants should ensure their supporting documents align with the outlined criteria to demonstrate their suitability for the role.

Are you a qualified or newly qualified nurse looking to take a new step in your nursing career?

Montacute North is a 22 bedded unit that is unique in that is provides care to patients with complex vascular needs. It sits under the Surgical Services Group and accepts both planned and emergency patients from within and outside of the county as we are part of the vascular network. We regularly deliver complex wound care, manage vascular pain and plan multifactorial discharges.

We value our RGNs highly, so development and training within this role will be offered and prioritised. There is an expectation that hours are worked flexibly over a rota basis which does include nights and weekends. We have full time and part time hours available.

You will require good communication skills, a team work approach and be able provide a high standard of nursing care with the support of your team.

Informal visits/chats always welcome - contact us today to discuss the position in more detail or organise for you to come and visit.

To provide and maintain a high standard of evidence based, patient centred care. To demonstrate good interpersonal skills and to develop practical skills required within the speciality, whist reflecting the philosophy of care.To deliver patient care on a daily basis, using the systems in place in the department for a multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred care delivery, which builds on the philosophy of greater involvement of patients and their relatives/carers by using the Trusts patient and public involvement strategy.Experienced Band 5 post holders will also provide effective clinical and managerial leadership of the department, in the absence of the senior members of the team, which empowers staff to deliver patient- centred, evidence based nursing care.

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For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

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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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