Staff Nurse inSolihull inSolihull PUBLISHED THU 31 OCT 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per annum(enhanced payments: after 8pm& on Saturday, Sunday & BH) PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

CASELOAD MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NMC ROLE MODEL WEEKEND

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The Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse (RNLD/RNC/RMN) to join their team at Lyndon House in Solihull, which offers overnight respite care for children with learning disabilities, complex behaviors, and health needs. This role is suitable for newly qualified nurses, and while experience in supporting children in a healthcare environment is advantageous, it is not mandatory. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, child-centered care, lead shifts, manage a specific caseload, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, parents, and carers to assess and implement care plans. Flexibility in working hours, strong communication and organisational skills, and adherence to clinical policies are essential.

In return, the position offers a comprehensive induction program, clinical supervision, and professional development opportunities. Responsibilities include administering medications, ensuring the competency of supervised staff, maintaining accurate documentation, and contributing to service improvements. Candidates should be willing to enhance their knowledge of learning disabilities and demonstrate effective behavioral management strategies. They will also provide support and training to junior staff and students, fostering a high standard of care within the service.

Band 5 Staff Nurse: RNLD / RNC / RMN - a great opportunity for a newly qualified nurse

There is a vacancy for a Band 5 staff nurse at Lyndon House. Lyndon House provides overnight respite for children with learning disability, complex behaviours and / or complex health needs. We are looking for a RNLD / RMN / RNC to join our team; experience supporting children with learning disabilities in a healthcare setting would be beneficial but not essential and we expect the successful candidate to provide high quality child-centred care. You will be required to work shifts including: long day / night/ early/ late / weekend / bank holiday (we are open 24/7).

Please apply if you are enthusiastic, innovative and a forward-thinking nurse who can assist the team in all aspects of assessing, planning and implementing the delivery and review of a child's care. Additionally you must be able to develop and maintain professional relationships with parents, carers, and members of the multi-disciplinary team. You must be flexible and adaptable in your approach to meet the needs of the developing service. Good communication, leadership and organisational skills are essential.

In return you will receive a full induction programme, clinical supervision and opportunities to develop professionally through in-house and external training.

To avoid disappointment please submit your application as early as possible.

We do not offer sponsorship for this post so please DO NOT apply

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

leading shifts

a specific caseload (named nurse responsibilities)

the assessment and treatment planning for individual children in conjunction with other healthcare professionals

the formulation and implementation of care plans and risk assessments in conjunction with parents/carers

the operational admission and discharge of individual children

ensuring staff under their supervision are competent and have access to individual care plans

ensuring medicines are administered appropriately and timely and adhere to CWPT's and service specific policies (including controlled medications, PRN, rectal, buccal and injections)

ensure all recording is accurate and timely

ensure reports are made available for reviews and meetings as required

liaising with parents/carers and other professionals

performing and training of clinical procedures: PEG/ NG feeding, oxygen and suction therapy, SATS, heart rate monitoring

identifying own learning needs

ensuring your practice and that of others is in accordance with the NMC guidance, CQC standards and CWPT trust policies

infection control, health and safety and fire regulations and procedures to be adhered to

occasionally working at an alternative location within the Partnership Trust to meet the needs of the service

attending and minuting meetings as required.

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also need to:

have specialist knowledge of learning disability and children with health needs or demonstrate a willingness to learn

be confident to use the least restrictive approach in managing behaviours of concern, which are frequently unpredictable

contribute to the service maintaining the high standards of care that it is recognised for. And actively contribute to service development.

act as a role model for all staff and act as supervisor, teacher and assessor of students on placement.

supervise and appraise junior staff.

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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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