Job Summary
Would you like to join a committed and passionate team of nurses?
Are you looking for the challenge of working in a dynamic innovative Critical Care unit within a Major Trauma Centre?
We value the personal skills, experience and qualities that every member of staff brings, creating a dynamic, knowledgeable and supportive team.
If you are passionate about delivering high standards of patient care and making a difference, then we want to hear from you.
Penrose is an 18 bedded General critical care unit within a major Trauma centre. Our patients are both planned and unplanned (emergency) admissions. Our patient group is incredibly diverse, representing the breadth of specialities supported at Derriford hospital and the wider UHP.
All successful candidates will benefit from a structured orientation and induction programme run by our established and experienced Education team. Staff will follow an education pathway, which is competency based (using the Critical Care National Competency Framework). There will also be opportunity to undertake a 60 credit Critical Care course in conjunction with the University of Plymouth.
Interview date: Wednesday 26th March 2025.
Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for planning and delivering effective and high quality nursing care for level 1 - 3 patients within the critical care unit, utilising a patient centred model of practice and all available resources to provide excellence in practice, provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Supervision and direction of junior nursing staff, healthcare assistants and other learners.
* Manage care on a day-to-day basis for all patients in the clinical area in the absence of more senior colleagues, utilising knowledge of standards, policies and procedures outlined by the hospital.
* Although budgetary responsibilities remain in the control of the modern matron, the post holder will be aware of the effective use of resources and cost implications and will work to ensure that a high standard of care is provided in the most cost effective way.
* To be professionally accountable and responsible for the nursing care of a group of patients or patient requiring critical care nursing.
* To be aware of the potential misuse of critical care specific equipment that can cause harm up-to and including death of the patient.
* Opportunities are available for progression, within the department and at B6 with the Acute Care Team. Registered Nurses have options for further professional development with roles in Research, Assistant Critical care Practitioner or Education.
About Us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference and patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100.
We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams.
It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Date posted
12 February 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
216-CB-S6934276
Job locations
University Hospitals Plymouth
Derriford Road
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
* Ensure high standards of care in accordance with agreed policies, procedures and standards.
* Provide and deliver a high standard of nursing care by initiating and co-ordinating the assessment, planning and evaluating of individual patient needs based on evidence and use of relevant nursing models.
* Coordinate, report and document any relevant nursing/patient needs, communicating changes with other health care professionals with on-going responsibility for patient care as they occur.
* Promote and deliver health education within the clinical area and advise patient, family and others in health promotion issues.
* Engage and interact with carers/family encouraging them to be actively involved in patients care planning as outlined in the unit philosophy.
* Demonstrate a commitment to evidence based practice and clinical excellence and play an active role in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care.
* Supervise, assess, mentor and support all health care professionals including bank, agency staff, and learners after appropriate training.
* Increase the level of knowledge and skills within the trust through sharing best practice and supporting others to develop their professional abilities.
* Implement and share good infection control practice.
* Undertake manual handling assessments and ensure identified actions are met.
* Develop key skills in patient management to assist medical staff in the assessment and resuscitation of critically ill patients.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
* Current RN registration with the UK NMC or due within 6 months.
Desirable
* Post registration critical care qualification or demonstrable experience amounting to same.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
* Demonstrable general nursing background.
* Proven evidence of continued and recent academic and clinical development.
* Awareness of research and evidence based practice.
* IT skills.
Desirable
* Recent nursing demonstrable experience within an acute hospital setting.
* Intravenous therapy skills.
* Demonstrable experience of mentoring learners.
* ECG recording and interpretation.
APTITUDE & ABILITIES
Essential
* Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
* Effective influencing skills; in general and with senior health care professionals.
* Teamwork.
Desirable
* Ability to facilitate change within the work area.
* The ability to organise and prioritise.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Plymouth
Derriford Road
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
Employer's website
https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/
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