Staff Nurse inStafford inStafford PUBLISHED 18 NOV 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year £28,407 - £34,581 PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust rwTC8dQq

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To present a positive, professional image of the organisation and of the nursing team.

Working within a busy County outpatient's department.

Post holder will play a key role in the delivering of various services /procedures including venesection and infusions.

There are a lot of interesting nurse-led services within County Outpatients.

Nurse In charge duties when rostered and assessed as competent to take on the roles and responsibilities of leadership and supervision of staff working clinically and managing a group of patients and colleagues.

The Post holder will be responsible for the assessment of the needs, development of programmes of care, and for the implementation and evaluation of these programmes for patients and their relatives.
To provide a high standard of clinical nursing within the ward / department
To manage a group of patients
To take charge of the area when rostered and assessed as competent to take on the roles and responsibilities of leadership and supervision
To act as a role model to students and Nursing Assistants
To present a positive, professional image of the organisation and of the nursing team

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For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.

Working within a busy County outpatient's department.

Post holder will play a key role in the delivering of various services /procedures including venesection and infusions.

There are a lot of interesting nurse-led services within County Outpatients.

The Post holder will be responsible for the assessment of the needs, development of programmes of care, and for the implementation and evaluation of these programmes for patients and their relatives.
To provide a high standard of clinical nursing within the ward / department
To manage a group of patients
To take charge of the area when rostered and assessed as competent to take on the roles and responsibilities of leadership and supervision
To act as a role model to students and Nursing Assistants
To present a positive, professional image of the organisation and of the nursing team

About us
For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.

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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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