This is an exciting opportunity for a Staff Nurse to join our 28 bedded Whitley Ward in the Royal Berkshire Hospital.
We care for a wide group of cardiology patients as well as medical patients.
We recognize the importance of development and pride ourselves on running multiple in-house workshops including ECG workshops and scenario-based training. We have a dedicated practice educator who is committed to the developmental needs of the unit, along with the senior team including the ward manager, band 7's, and lead nurse. There is also the ability to undertake various courses both within the trust and in paired partnership with universities. The senior staff nurse will have the ability to enroll onto the Band 6 development Programme which provides various competencies that will aid their development within the role.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder is responsible for undertaking and recording a comprehensive nursing assessment and planning, delivering, and evaluating high standards of evidence-based nursing care to a diverse group of patients.
1. Is expected to deliver care without direct supervision and is accountable for the care delivered and any omissions of care.
2. Is expected to teach and supervise more junior staff, students, and the non-registered nursing workforce.
3. Is accountable for care or any omissions of care that he/she delegates to others.
4. Is expected to act as a role model, delivering care with empathy and compassion as part of a multidisciplinary team.
About us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self, and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job responsibilities
1. Assesses the needs of patients/families and carers; plans, delivers and evaluates high standards of evidence-based nursing care. Demonstrates concise, accurate, timely record keeping, including both written and electronic records. Displays excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations.
2. Practices in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council's Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses and midwives and Trust policies, protocols, and guidelines. Is accountable for own practice and for appropriate delegation of care he/she gives to colleagues, nursing support workers, and students.
3. Recognises deterioration in the physical or mental condition of the patient and takes timely action, appropriately referring to others or working with other agencies as required.
4. Recognises, responds to, and appropriately manages emergency situations.
5. Develops competences and practices relevant clinical skills required to deliver care to the patient/client group e.g. venepuncture, cannulation, male catheterization.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NMC registered
Experience
* Experience (through placement or employment) of working in an acute clinical environment. Experience in specialty may be an advantage.
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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