About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bank Band 5 Registered Nurse to join West Suffolk Professionals at the West Suffolk Hospital to work on the general wards (trauma and orthopaedics, surgery, medicine and elderly)
We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join a team of dedicated and passionate staff members who strive to deliver care of the highest quality
The successful candidate will need to have good communication skills with a flexible approach to working hours and duties and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and a drive to promote a high standard of care for our patients
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:-
WE ARE LOOKING TO COVER LONG DAYS MONDAY TO FRIDAY HOWEVER, WE ARE FLEXIBLE ON THE HOURS AND WOULD CONSIDER AMENDED HOURS THERE ARE VERY LIMITED NIGHT SHIFTS AVAILABLE WE ARE UNABLE TO SUPPORT SPONSORSHIP ROLES ON BANK, AS WE ARE NOT ABLE TO OFFER GUARANTEED HOURS WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO SUPPORT NEWLY QUALIFIED RNs ON BANK. HOWEVER, YOU ARE MORE THAN WELCOME TO APPLY, ONCE YOU HAVE COMPLETED A PERIOD OF PRECEPTORSHIP IF SUCCESSFUL FOR THE ROLE, YOU WILL NEED TO BE ABLE TO COMMIT TO A 5 DAY INDUCTION PROGRAMME TO ENSURE PATIENT SAFETY, YOU MAY BE REQUIRED TO MOVE WARDS/AREAS ON A BANK REGISTRATION We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage early submission
Main duties of the job
Staff Nurses are responsible for the delivery of care and the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of individual programmes of care.
They are expected to take delegated responsibility in a given shift for a group of patients. With experience, they may be expected to take charge of the ward/department regularly in theabsence of the Sister/Charge Nurse.
NOTE: This job description outlines the Trust's expectation of an experienced Band 5 nurse. Nurses will not be expected to fulfil the tasks marked with * until they have moved through the foundation gateway and are progressing towards the full KSF competencies
About us
#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.
The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.
With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Job description Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities:
Leading/Managing Care (Within delegated responsibilities for a group of patients)
Assesses nursing care to be delivered. Plans, prioritises and supervises care within an allocated time frame
Delegate activities to team members appropriately
Organises and deploys staff according to workload, ensuring appropriate staff cover and reporting any deficiencies to Ward/Clinical Manager
Supervises the delivery of care to maintain agreed standardsIdentifies problems and risks, decides on appropriate actions via a structured approach and report promptly to other staff on matters requiring their input
Works collaboratively with the inter-professional team and other staff on the ward/department and with increasingexperience coordinates care given by the inter-professional team and other staff on the ward/department
Ensures all emergencies, untoward incidents, complaints and grievances are responded to and reported inaccordance with Trust Policies
Is fully conversant with all policies and procedures, including Major Accident, Resuscitation, Fire, Health and Safety, and acts within them
Contributes to the effective and efficient use of resources. Including safe use, checking, maintenance and storage of equipment
Works collaboratively with the patient Flow Team in relation to decisions on patient flow issues
Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of nursing care for area of responsibility for the shift. Delivers clear,concise records and handover
Formally monitors quality of care for area of responsibility
Manages own time and responds to unexpected demands in a professional manner
Delivery Of Care
Carries out the assessment of patients identifying nursing problems and needs in partnership with the patient, and with appropriate members of the inter-professional team
Assesses risks to patients which need to be managed in relation to their health and well being within scope of nursing practice
To plan, implement and evaluate individual programmes of care for patients and with increasing experience uses an holistic approach and an evidence based approach
Ensures that skilled care is given to patients and that all drugs and treatments are administered as prescribed
Ensures the maintenance of accurate clinical observations of patients condition
Ensures the significance of data relating to patients condition and progress is interpreted and acted on
Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and updates care plans and goals to take account of any changing needs of the patient
Contributes to health promotion and raising of health awareness with patients and relatives
Ensures safe practice to minimise the risk of infection to patients and staff
Plans discharge needs of patients from admission, ensuring appropriate involvement of inter professional team and other agencies in the process
Assesses the learning needs of individual patients and/or relatives
Instructs and demonstrates procedures to patients and/or relatives when competent to do so
Evaluates the effectiveness of patient teaching and takes necessary action to achieve objectives
Communication And Team Working
Ensures and demonstrates effective communication takes place between patients, relatives and staff
Participates and communicates effectively with the inter-professional team and other agencies as necessary
Supports bereaved and distressed patients/relatives
Ensures when patients concerns are identified they are addressed where possible, and informal complaints dealtwith appropriately
Assist in the teaching of junior staff and learners in nursing practices Acting as link nurse/mentor for namedlearners as required
Assist in the supervision, support, training and assessment of non-registered skilled workers
Participates in the induction of staff
Takes lead responsibility for teaching and assessing learners in practice and encourages critical reflection as inclinical supervision
Undertakes preceptorship and supervises junior qualified staff
Demonstrates verbal communication through the ability to give basic information and support to individuals. Tolisten effectively and modify communication to individual needs
Demonstrates written communication through the ability to record accurate, succinct, clear and legible reports and documentation
Professional Conduct and Professional Development
Responsible for exercising professional accountability and ensuring that:
Patients interests and rights are respected and acts as an advocate on behalf of patients
The privacy of the patient is respected
High standards are achieved and maintained
Through working in partnership with patients ensures they are the focus of effective care
The role of other persons delivering health care is recognised and respected
Public trust and confidence is not jeopardised
Any action or decision not to act taken in the course of professional practice can be justified
Insight into own needs for professional development, education and in-service training:
Accesses development opportunities through an agreed PDP
Understands and uses evidence based practice within own area, produces literature to share with colleaguesand shares knowledge and clinical expertise
Contributes to service and practice development initiatives within the clinical setting
Demonstrates critical reflection skills and the learning gained from experience
Abides by the legal and statutory rules relating to practice
Complies with the Trust uniform policy
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
NMC Registration BLS/ILS ENB 998 or equivalent Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
A1 Assessor course Preparation for Mentorship ALS
Experience and Knowledge Essential
Ability to work to clear protocols/guidelines within role boundaries Awareness of current political/professional issues Knowledge of the Data Protection Act Demonstrates experience managing deteriorating patients
Desirable
Previous acute experience within the NHS Previous mentorship experience Skills Teaching experience
Skills and Abilities Essential
Good IT skills Communicates clearly both verbally and in writing Willingness to share knowledge and mentor students Evidence of good attendance and timekeeping Team player, able to problem solve to meet objectives Excellent organisational skills and time management Able to work under pressure and meets deadlines in a realistic manner Understands the importance of patient confidentiality and Data Protection Accurate with attention to detail o Supports patient equality and diversity Ability to provide patients with an environment that supports privacy and dignity Ability to show empathy and compassion to patients and relatives Awareness of current political/professional issues
Desirable
IV drug administration Previous use of electronic patient record systems (eCare utilised at the West Suffolk Hospital) Cannulation competent
Personal Qualities Essential
Flexible approach to meet the needs of the service Committed to delivering a high quality service Team worker, who is able to prioritise effectively Ability to use initiative, referring key decisions as appropriate and understanding aim limitations Polite, respectful and professional attitude and behaviors towards staff members, patients and relatives
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Hardwick Lane
BURY ST EDMUNDS
IP33 2QZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)