Staff Nurse inCambridge inCambridge PUBLISHED MON 18 NOV 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year p.a. pro rata PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

FAMILY MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS NMC ROLE MODEL

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust rGrTGgct

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Registered Nurse for its Discharge Lounge. The ideal candidate will be dynamically engaged in delivering high-quality, safe care to patients, collaborating closely with patients, families, and a multi-disciplinary team. Key responsibilities include assessing individual patient needs, developing and evaluating care plans, and ensuring that communication within the team is effective. The nurse will also act as a link nurse, identify learning needs for patients and staff, maintain appropriate documentation standards, and promote evidence-based practice through participation in research.

Applicants must hold NMC UK registration and have the capability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position offers professional development opportunities, access to various on-site amenities, and flexible working hours may be considered. The vacancy has a deadline for applications on December 2, 2024, with interviews scheduled for December 9, 2024.

An exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Registered Nurse has arisen on our Discharge Lounge. The post holder must be registered with NMC UK registration.

We are looking for an enthusiastic nurse who can work dynamically and at a fast pace to ensure safe and effective care delivery through the Discharge Lounge. As a member of our team you will work closely with patients, their families and the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that high quality care is delivered and a positive experience for patients through the Discharge Lounge.

Using clinical knowledge/expertise,provide a high standard of skilled careto patients based on a full assessmentof the individuals needs in consultationwith the multi-professional team.

To devise and evaluate patient careplans ensuring that realistic goalsare set in consultation with thepatient, their family and themulti-professional team.

To ensure due regard is given tothe customs and spiritual beliefsof patients, carers and relatives.

To promote and role model effectivecommunication within the multi-professionalteam.

To act as a link nurse.

To identify the learning needs ofpatients, relatives and staff and,in consultation with the Sister/ TeamLeader, plan and implement programmes.

To ensure all documentation adheresto the Trust's documentationstandards.

To ensure evidence-based practice isdelivered within the clinical areathrough participating in research orfacilitating the application of researchfindings into practice.

About us
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:

- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

This vacancy will close at midnight on 2-DEC-2024

Interviews are due to be held on 9-DEC-2024

Benefits to you

We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

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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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