Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Our High Dependency Unit (HDU) have an opportunity for a Registered Nurse
The registered nurses in our HDU team are expertswithin the specialism of critical care.
We are looking for a colleague withstrong communication skills, and the ability to foster excellent relationships between clinicians, allied health care professionals, patients and relatives.
Join us at our Recruitment Open Day on Sunday 29 September 2024 (10am to 12.30pm).
For more detail see www.rjah.nhs.uk/work-with-us
**Please note we are unable to support applicants who require OSCE, as the Trust has a separate and limited application process**
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will utilise the unit's resources to promote excellence in practice and promote quality issues relevant to the service. You will act as an expert within the specialism of critical care and develop the highest possible levels of clinical skills to help provide effective quality care using best practice.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Job responsibilities
1.Organises the daily operation running of the critical care unit to meet the needs of the service. Coordinates care delivery with an ability to change the care pathway management as required within thecritical care unit clinical management plans.
2. Responsible for the care and treatment of all patient care delivery within the critical care unit when in charge of the shift through the development and delivery of patient care pathways and when thepatients level of critical care dependency changes. Performs clinical care using the NMC code of professional conduct Trust & unit guidelines or clinical management plans agreed with the primary clinician.
3. Ensures that communication is effective enabling that communicative issues in the sending and receiving of such information is conveyed and received in such a manner as to foster excellent relationships between clinicians, allied health care professional, patients and relatives. In addition the post-holder must be able to effectively use verbal and non-verbal communication skills successfully to convey the information.
4. Maintain own specialist knowledge and clinical skills within the field of critical care nursing participating in direct patient care and uphold evidence of PREP as required by the NMC. The post-holder must beable to demonstrate dextrous skills during clinical practice and the capability to manage periods of intense physical effort during the shift.
5. The post-holder will be able to underpin applied theoretical knowledge to practice utilising analytical and judgemental skills in a variety of situations to determine direct patient care. The ability to concentrate on tasks for unpredictable periods of time is essential for this post.
6. Participates in quality initiatives and audit as necessary with supervision of senior critical care staff.
7. Accountable for the safe use of medical devices for all personnel within the critical care department during the shift.
8. Responsible for the clinical supervision of all staff working within the critical care unit for the duration of the duty. This responsibility will include, education and training, CPD, discipline, sickness.
9.Participates in the resource management of appropriate management information systems coveringpatient data and manpower activities.
10. Maintains patient records to ensure information is accurate and up to date for future reference and complies with the Data Protection Act, prepares care plan to ensure the delivery of effective patient care.
11. Participates in audits and research to fulfil the requirements of the organisation and the critical care unit.
12. Provides effective support mechanisms to staff, relatives and patients during distressing and stressful circumstances.
13. Responsible for COSH within the critical care unit and is expected to be frequently exposed to unpleasant working conditions but responsible for promoting a safe environments for staff patients and visitors to the critical care unit.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
* Registered Nurse with NMC Nursing Degree/Diploma
Experience
* Registered Nurse
Skills and Competencies
* Able to work on own initiative and under pressure Able to work within a multidisciplinary team. Teaching skills: committed to teaching High level of communication skills. Written, oral and electronic. Advanced life support skills
Knowledge (including specialist or technical knowledge required
* Up to date knowledge of critical care issues An understanding of the importance of family centered care. Maintaining professional development Ability to operate medical equipment. Basic computer skills
Trust Values
* To exemplify the Trust Values: Friendly - patients, colleagues, public are always put at ease and made welcome Excellence - ensure the care we deliver has great outcomes for patients Caring - put the patient first and be considerate of their needs Professional - apply high professional standards to your role Respect - for patients and each other
Personal Qualities
* Displays leadership skills Innovative Motivated Assertive Confident Supportive Ability to operate medical equipment. Flexible to meet the needs of the service Able to carry out full range of work related activities
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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