Staff Nurse inStoke-on-Trent inStoke-on-Trent PUBLISHED FRI 10 JAN 2025

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum (pro-rata for part-time staff) PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

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University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust rwTC8dQq

The University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust is seeking committed and self-motivated Band 5 Staff Nurses for its Critical Care Unit in Stoke-on-Trent. This role involves providing high-quality care for critically ill patients, including those in Level 2 and 3 care, within a state-of-the-art 36-bedded facility. The position offers an 8-week supernumerary status, mentorship, structured induction, and support for ongoing education, including critical care competency booklets and a post-registration course.

Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering compassionate care to patients and their families as part of a dynamic team. The role requires a full rotation of shifts, including days and nights, and is ideal for enthusiastic nurses looking to enhance their skills in a supportive environment. There are limited full and part-time positions available, encouraging interested applicants to apply promptly.

Band 5 Staff Nurse - Critical Care

Are you seeking an exciting newchallenge?
Would you like the chance to join a dynamic team caring for the most critically ill patients and the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge to provide care for Level 2 and 3 patients?

If you think you like the sound of this - there's more.....

We are looking to recruitcommitted and self-motivated Band 5 nurses.
We offer 8 weeks supernumerary status where you will be allocated a mentor and supervisor to work alongside - our structured induction programme helps prepare you for your critical care nursing career.
We support staff in the completion of the nationally recognised Step competency booklets. We have our own in-house Critical Care course and support staff to complete the Critical Care post registration course.

If this sounds interesting - then you maybe you are the person we are looking for!

The Critical Care Unit at the UHNM is a 36-bedded, dedicated state of the art facility, which provides care for seriously ill patients from across a range of medical and surgical specialities including neurosurgery and major trauma as well as being one of the designated Major Trauma Centres within the West Midlands. We provide the highest standards of care for patients who have sustained traumatic brain and spinal injuries.

Critical Care prides itself by actively supporting all staff in their continued educational and professional development. We also provide all newly recruited staff with an excellent preceptorship period supported by our very own Practice Development team.

About us
As a Staff Nurse you will be responsible for providing high quality care and support to patients and families as part of the wider Critical Care team.

In order to fulfil the job role and learning requirements, and meet service needs, successful candidates will be required to work a full rotation on both days and nights.

If you are a dynamic, enthusiastic nurse with the ability to work well within a highly motivated team, and can deliver high quality nursing care we would like to hear from you.

There are limited full and part time positions available so be quick and apply today!

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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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