Job Summary
We are currently recruiting for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to work on our complex multi-specialty surgical 36-bedded ward on Harborne Hospital Level 4 (part of CDG 9A).
This ward cares for patients who are one step down from critical care and EPOC who have had surgery for Colorectal, Upper GI, Sarcoma and Urology conditions.
Previous surgical ward experience in an acute secondary NHS care setting is essential for this role, and you must also demonstrate a passion for post-operative care and ERAS recovery.
We are looking for nurses with the skills to thrive within a fast-paced environment and the ability to cope under pressure.
We work closely with our surgical and specialist nursing teams to develop a multi-disciplinary approach which shapes and provides high class surgical care for our patients.
In turn we will offer you opportunities to develop your clinical skills in complex post-operative care.
We have an excellent clinical education team and fantastic resources available within and outside the Trust to offer you a wealth of opportunities to continue your professional and personal development at UHB.
If you are interested in knowing more about the ward and the post, please contact:
Kerry Trotman, Ward Manager -- 0121 371 2956
Eve Gillespie, Matron -- 0121 371 6209
Main Duties, Tasks & Skills Required
You will care for patients who have undergone complex or challenging surgery under one of our four specialities (colorectal / upper GI / urology / sarcoma). Many of your patients will have had a stay in ITU or EPOC after their surgery and may have a long recovery time on the ward - many of your patients will have life-altering outcomes from their surgery.
Responsible for between 6 and 9 patients, you will ensure accurate records are kept and appropriate action is taken to ensure good recovery and safe & timely discharge. You will act promptly and take effective action if any of your patients become critically unwell.
You will act as an advocate for your patients, ensuring a patient-focused approach to the delivery of care. You will need to communicate clearly and effectively with your patients, their relatives or carers, and other members of the MDT.
Student Nurses are regularly placed on the ward; you will help with their training and development whilst ensuring safe practice is always maintained. You will also undertake your own additional skills development and training.
Daily expectations include - effective handover, prompt escalation of deteriorating patients, compassionate care, clear communication, teamwork, attention to detail and excellent clinical practice.
About Us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job Description
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of professional and clinical knowledge acquired through training to degree/diploma level leading to Professional registration on the appropriate part of the NMC register i.e. ( Adult / Child / Learning Disability or Mental Health)
- Evidence of undergraduate education for newly qualified nurses / or post graduate continuing professional development for registered nurses who have post registration experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous / recent experience or working in an acute secondary health and care setting (can include undergraduate student placements within the last 12 months)
- Willingness to become a practice supervisor / assessor to or meets Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards for student supervision and assessment
- Demonstrable understanding and knowledge of the NMC code of conduct and the proficiencies and standards for registered nurses can apply this to undergraduate training or post graduate practice
- Being an accountable professional
- Promoting health and preventing ill health
- Assessing needs and planning care
- Providing and evaluating care
- Leading and managing nursing care and working in teams -- including prioritisation and delegation skills
- Coordinating care and responding to deteriorating health
- Improving safety and quality of care
- Awareness of current relevant clinical and professional issues and NHS policy
- Understanding / experience of the principles of Safeguarding and Mental Capacity
- Awareness of Health and Safety issues.
Desirable
- Experience in working in an Acute NHS practice setting as an undergraduate student nurse or post graduate registered nurse.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Demonstrable communication and relationship management skills which include
- Listening -- writing -- reading -- speaking in English with understanding of contemporaneous record keeping
- Good IT skills ability to record information electronically
- Competent in a range of clinical skills/ nursing procedures willingness to undertake expanded practices relevant to the scope of practice require
- Competent in managing the care of a group of patients / shift management (take charge of the practice setting in the absence of more senior staff) relevant to the practise setting.
- Professional appearance
- Displays genuine interest in the post applied for
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Caring and approachable
- Ability to work a varied shift pattern including nights / weekends unsocial hours where required
- The applicant can describe why the Trust may deploy him /her to a different practice setting for a span of duty.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
For Help With Your Application, Contact
Kerry Trotman
kerry.trotman@uhb.nhs.uk
01213712956
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32073.00 to £39043.00 Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
304-1103638
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Attachments
Job Description
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