Staff Nurse - Nightingale Ward inLondon inLondon PUBLISHED WED 15 JAN 2025

Band 5: £34,521 to £41,956 a year per annum inc PERMANENT
CONTINUOUS POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE FAMILY NHS NON-INVASIVE VENTILATION POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE

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The role of Staff Nurse on the Nightingale Ward at Barts Health NHS Trust in London involves providing specialized care for patients with acute respiratory conditions, including support for various respiratory treatments and interventions such as non-invasive ventilation and tracheostomy care. The position requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of safe and compassionate care, with an emphasis on professional development opportunities through roles like link nurse and participation in relevant training.

Applicants should have strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care quality. The Nightingale Ward is committed to continual improvement and welcomes innovative ideas from its staff. As part of an exciting redevelopment initiative aimed at enhancing patient services, new nurses will have the chance to contribute to the evolving healthcare environment at Whipps Cross. Candidates should carefully review the job details and demonstrate how they meet the person specification before applying.

Nightingale Ward is a busy acute respiratory unit. Our respiratory patients require specialist respiratory investigations and treatment, encompassing sub-specialties such as non-invasive ventilation (NIV), continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), Optiflow, laryngectmoy, tracheostomyand chest drain care.There is a multidisciplinary approach to care on our ward and you'll be assisting our dedicated nursing team in delivering safe and high quality of care. There is scope for professional development through the role of link nurse and the potential to develop your knowledge and skills through relevant healthcare courses/training.

You should possess excellent communication skills and be committed to delivering safe and compassionate care. We welcome new ideas and strive to constantly improve our delivery of care to patients.

With an up and coming redevelopment which will incorporate a new state of the art sustainable hospital that will improve core NHS services for patient care the future is bright for Whipps Cross.

Come and be part of our Whipps Cross family as you shape your story with Barts Health.

The job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application, please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

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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.

Staff Nurse - Nightingale Ward inLondon inLondon PUBLISHED WED 15 JAN 2025

Barts Health NHS Trust rI1unZvp

About us The job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

About us
The job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.