About this role
Job summary
There is an opportunity to join the Critical Care team in Eastbourne as a Band 5 Nurse. If you have some acute experience, substantial experience on an acute ward, and you would like a new challenge - then critical care could be for you.
There is a clear education programme and teaching for our new starters. You will given at least 6 weeks supernumerary and once this is completed you have a national workbook called the steps 1 to complete.
During this time you will learn to look after the most critically unwell patients in the hospital. You will be supported by your team leader and practice educator and will have regular support and coaching shifts.
We also have a clinical psychologist cross site who supports our patients, relatives and staff.
Critical Care at Eastbourne District General Hospital comprises of 5 level 3 beds and 3 level 2 beds.
Main duties of the job
To plan, provide and evaluate skilled evidence-based care for the critically ill patient under the supervision of Band 6 and Band 7 critical care nurses. To complete the Network Critical Care Foundation Programme and progress towards the adult Critical Care Course if appropriate
We work closely with our other unit at the Conquest Hospital and cross-site working, at times, is a requirement of the role.
Please see Job Description attached to the advert for full information about the role.
About us
A wide range of staff benefits are available, including opportunities for staff development, enrolment in the NHS Pension Scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, and access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants, and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health Department, all staff have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available for just £50 per year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust -- submit your application today.
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Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
First Level Registered Nurse Basic Life Support
Desirable
Diploma or degree level study. ALS course Recognised Degree level Teaching and Assessing course Recognised Degree level Intensive Care course
Experience Essential
Experience of working on general wards as a trained nurse or student.
Desirable
Previous experience or involvement in research/audit projects.
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.
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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Eastbourne District General Hospital
Kings Drive
East Sussex
BN21 2UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)