About this role
Job summary
The post holder will work autonomously within the two bedded level 2 High Dependency Unit facilityRecent critical care experience or equivalent is desirableHDU / Critical Care certificate is desirableCurrent UK NMC registration is essentialFull training / induction period will be given
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated and forward thinking individual who will be passionate and committed to delivering excellent standards of clinical care and patient experience
The post holder will be an ambassador for the 6 C's culture for compassionate care - Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Commitment and Courage
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work autonomously within the two bedded level 2 High Dependency Unit facility
Recent critical care experience or equivalent is desirable
HDU / Critical Care certificate is desirable
Full training / induction period will be given
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
At Liverpool Women's Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.
We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes usthespecialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
For roles at Liverpool University Hospitals, visit their careers page.
UKVI guidelines prohibits sponsorship for all Band 2 posts. Guidelines state that many non-clinical posts are not eligible for sponsorship. Please use UKVI guidance on Skilled Worker Visas to determine your eligibility for sponsorship if you were to gain a conditional offer for this role.
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Job description Job responsibilities
Assist with the clinical management of patients within HDU
Maintaining high standards of clinical practice and promoting the philosophy of patient and family centred care
Ensuring effective communication is maintained at all times
Provide clinical support and knowledge to patients and their families
To promote collaborative working partnership and effective communication between all members of the multi-disciplinary team
Act as an effective role model and demonstrate organisational leadership skills,acting up for senior staff during their absence in the clinical area
Contribute towards developing and maintaining a suitable and stimulating learning environment for ongoing professional development of all staff and students within the unit
To support the HDU Manager and Matron in the establishment of a good working atmosphere and in making the most efficient and effective use of all resources, to the benefit of the service and the Trust
To develop links with all care agencies to facilitate seamless care delivery
Promote health and wellness through practice and education of patients, relatives,carers and staff
Full job description attached
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes Essential
Highly developed physical skills, accuracy important, manipulation of fine tools, materials Communicates articulately and sensitively Basic IT Knowledge and or qualification Demonstrates effective team working Organisational & prioritising skills Safe use of equipment Knowledge of infection control policy and processes Promote positive reporting culture for incidents/ ACE's
Qualifications & Learning Essential
RGN Educated to diploma/ degree level or equivalent Mentorship in Practice/ ENB998 or equivalent
Desirable
ENB Critical care/ HDU course or equivalent desirable
Experience Essential
Demonstrate an ability to work within HDU
Personal Attributes Essential
Flexibility and adaptability Awareness of regulatory bodies & requirements.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Address Liverpool Women's Hospital
Crown Street
Liverpool
L8 7SS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)