Opportunity to work in a new, state-of-the-art critical care facility, enhancing patient care and team collaboration.
Ability to make a significant impact on the lives of critically ill patients and their families through holistic nursing care.
Supportive senior team dedicated to staff development, offering opportunities for professional growth and skills enhancement.
Dynamic work environment that promotes teamwork and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team.
Involvement in continuous learning and training, ensuring that nurses stay current with best practices and medical advancements.
Autonomy in assessing and delivering care, allowing for the application of critical thinking and nursing expertise under pressure.
Engagement in a rewarding career that combines the excitement of critical care with the satisfaction of contributing to patient recovery.
The Staff Nurse role in the Intensive Care Unit (ITU) / High Dependency Unit (HDU) at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in London offers an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality nursing care to critically ill patients. The position involves assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating holistic nursing care while working within a dynamic multidisciplinary team. Nurses are expected to communicate effectively with patients' families, manage patient discharges, respond to clinical emergencies, and support junior staff in their development.
Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and possess the ability to work well under pressure in a collaborative environment. The Trust values individuals who have vision and enthusiasm for change, and who adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. For more information, potential applicants are encouraged to visit the website or contact the designated staff member.
Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and possess the ability to work well under pressure in a collaborative environment. The Trust values individuals who have vision and enthusiasm for change, and who adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. For more information, potential applicants are encouraged to visit the website or contact the designated staff member.
Opportunity to work in a new, state-of-the-art critical care facility, enhancing patient care and team collaboration.
Ability to make a significant impact on the lives of critically ill patients and their families through holistic nursing care.
Supportive senior team dedicated to staff development, offering opportunities for professional growth and skills enhancement.
Dynamic work environment that promotes teamwork and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team.
Involvement in continuous learning and training, ensuring that nurses stay current with best practices and medical advancements.
Autonomy in assessing and delivering care, allowing for the application of critical thinking and nursing expertise under pressure.
Engagement in a rewarding career that combines the excitement of critical care with the satisfaction of contributing to patient recovery.
The Intensive Care Unit at Homerton is an incredibly exciting and rewarding place to work. Over the past few years, the team have worked in challenging circumstances with fantastic dedication, commitment and good humour in order to provide high standard specialist care to critically ill patients.
We have recently opened up a brand new wing in our Critical Care Unit giving us the opportunity to expand our team. The role involves assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating holistic nursing care for critically ill patients.
The Intensive Care Unit / High Dependency Unit provides high quality care for patients with a wide variety of medical, surgical and obstetric conditions in a critical care environment.
We are a fantastic senior team who are committed to developing our people's skills in critical care and support them effectively in this dynamic clinical area. In return, we want staff who have a willingness to learn, the desire to work under pressure and the ability to work as an effective team member. We also want Nurses who have vision and enthusiasm for change and development.
For more information on ITU please visit our website: homerton.nhs.uk/intensive-care-unit or contact Sister Rosie at
- To deliver a high standard of nursing care.
- To communicate with families and significant others, involving them in the planning and delivery of care.
- To organise patient discharges.
- To respond to clinical emergencies as required, ensuring that he/she is up to date with CPR training.
- To use medical equipment safely and competently.
- To record and monitor vital signs, recognising when to inform senior nursing staff in the event of clinical deterioration.
- To participate in a team approach to achieving ward/unit objectives.
- To liaise appropriately with all members of the multidisciplinary team in a manner that promotes effective teamwork.
- To support junior staff in their development, contributing to the learning environment by actively participating in ward teaching programmes.
- To complete mandatory training when required to do so.
- To ensure that own practice is evidence based.
- To follow a structured development pathway.
- Act in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and the Trust Values.
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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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