Staff Nurse inSmethwick inSmethwick PUBLISHED WED 5 FEB 2025
Opportunity to work in a new, modern facility at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital, enhancing the work environment.
Gain valuable experience in trauma and orthopaedics, a specialized and in-demand field of nursing.
Ability to make a significant impact by providing safe, efficient, and effective care to patients in a high-acuity setting.
Regular professional development and learning opportunities to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
Collaborative team environment, fostering strong working relationships and teamwork among healthcare professionals.
Chance to work in a dynamic and busy department, providing a fulfilling and varied work experience.
Autonomy in carrying out clinical skills and responsibilities, allowing for personal growth and job satisfaction.
The Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust is seeking motivated staff nurses to join the Trauma and Orthopaedic department at the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. The position involves working in the elective Orthopaedic and post-acute trauma ward (B6), where candidates will provide safe and effective patient care as part of a team. Ideal applicants should possess experience in trauma and orthopaedics, though this is not mandatory.
Key responsibilities include assessing, implementing, and evaluating patient care, performing various clinical skills, and working autonomously in a high-acuity trauma setting. Candidates must be able to work under pressure, monitor patient care, document concerns, and contribute to their ongoing professional development.
Key responsibilities include assessing, implementing, and evaluating patient care, performing various clinical skills, and working autonomously in a high-acuity trauma setting. Candidates must be able to work under pressure, monitor patient care, document concerns, and contribute to their ongoing professional development.
Opportunity to work in a new, modern facility at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital, enhancing the work environment.
Gain valuable experience in trauma and orthopaedics, a specialized and in-demand field of nursing.
Ability to make a significant impact by providing safe, efficient, and effective care to patients in a high-acuity setting.
Regular professional development and learning opportunities to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
Collaborative team environment, fostering strong working relationships and teamwork among healthcare professionals.
Chance to work in a dynamic and busy department, providing a fulfilling and varied work experience.
Autonomy in carrying out clinical skills and responsibilities, allowing for personal growth and job satisfaction.
The Trauma and Orthopaedic department at the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) within Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS trust are looking for highly motivated forward thinking staff nurse's to join our busy department. The opportunity has arisen to work within our elective Orthopaedic and post-acute trauma ward B6.
Ideally we are looking for individuals that are hard working, reliable and enthusiastic with previous experience within trauma and orthopaedics from both a ward and/or out patient setting, yet this is not essential.
The main duties of the role will be to work within a team to provide safe, efficient and effective care to our patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for the assessment, implementation and evaluation of patient care on a daily basis. To be able to carry out a full range of clinical skills, to be able to work without direct supervision, maintain a safe environment, to be able to work under pressure in a high acurity trauma unit, monitor patients care and treatment and to document and raise any concerns on top of maintaining your own professional development and learning.
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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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