Staff Nurse inLondon inLondon PUBLISHED MON 9 DEC 2024

Band 5: £34,521 to £41,956 a year pa inclusive PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust rU4smCFX

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a Staff Nurse for the Brent Renal Centre in London, focused on caring for patients with kidney failure undergoing maintenance haemodialysis. The centre operates three shifts from 07:00 to midnight, Monday to Saturday, and the role involves a mix of long and short days. While six months of NHS experience in an acute setting is preferred, newly qualified nurses are also welcome to apply. The position emphasises high-quality, individualized patient care, assessment, implementation, and evaluation of care plans.

The ideal candidate will possess both technical abilities and sound nursing skills, with renal experience considered an advantage but not mandatory. The role offers in-house training and the opportunity to undertake a renal nursing course, contributing to professional development within an established and experienced team. Prospective applicants are encouraged to arrange informal visits to the unit.

Would you like to develop skills in renal nursing, caring for patients who have kidney failure?

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Brent Renal Centre for a Staff Nurse to join our team.

Brent Renal Centre provides care for 130 patients requiring maintenance haemodialysis. We have 27 stations and run three shifts, with opening times between 07:00 - Midnight, Mon - Saturday. You will be working a mixture of long and short days.

Ideally you will have 6 months NHS experience in an acute setting, though we will consider newly qualified.

This is a significant opportunity for you to join our established, experienced team. Our unit provides evidence-based care and we participate in research initiatives. You will benefit from both in-house training and the potential to undertake the renal course.

This role requires technical ability as well as sound nursing skills. Haemodialysis experience is not essential but would be an advantage.

If you are interested in working with us, informal visits are recommended.

This post is situated at Central Middlesex Hospital, in Brent Renal Centre which is part of Imperial College Healthcare Trust Renal Services.

To provide high quality, effective, individualised care to all haemodialysis patients
To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate them without supervision

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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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