Job summary The Registered Nurse (Staff Nurse) is required: To provide a high standard of individualised care to patients, whilst maintaining at all times their privacy and dignity To assess care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care To contribute to supporting the Ward Sister To support the maintenance of high standards of cleanliness in their own clinical area Main duties of the job Establish and maintain good communication with the ward/department administrative, housekeeping, and domestic staff. To support the ward sister in managing resources effectively. To make sure all patients and their relatives/carers are kept fully informed of patients treatments/progress and discharge plans/after care. To be an effective Team member To assist the Ward Sister in ensuring that nursing practice reflects current clinical developments, evidence-based guidance and is based on sound nursing audit and research, identifying opportunities for the promotion and participation in such activities. Embrace the Essence of Care Framework and actively participate in its implementation locally. Cannulate outpatient attendees and administer medication and therapies as prescribed, always working within the Trust protocols and policies. Ensures future therapy is planned and co-ordinated. Ensure electronic discharge summaries are produced for all patients on completion of treatment. Ensure electronic discharge summaries are produced for all patients on completion of treatment. About us We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us. We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 390-DoM-BR-3147-A Job locations Broomfield Day Therapies Broomfield Hospital, court road CM1 7ET Chelmsford CM1 7ET Job description Job responsibilities As an out patient area we see between 35 - 50 patients a day for various treatments, including IV infusions, blood products/transfusions, injections, venesections, blood tests, PICC line care Port access. To consistently organise and deliver individualised patient care, ensuring patients physical, social, and psychological needs are met To communicate effectively and work in partnership with patients, their relatives/carers, nursing colleagues and members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure care is delivered in an accurate and efficient manner To contribute to supporting the Ward Sister to maintain/improve and develop high standards of patient care, and thereby ensuring that the patients are treated with privacy, dignity, and respect. Support the Ward Sister in actively implementing initiatives outlined within the Trusts local Nursing and Midwifery and Patient Involvement & Experience Strategies Good communication Cannulation and Phlebotomy IV infusion knowledge Evidence of Blood Transfusion Transferring of patients from chair to chair Minimal use of hoist No beds as a day unit IV medications to been drawn up Job description Job responsibilities As an out patient area we see between 35 - 50 patients a day for various treatments, including IV infusions, blood products/transfusions, injections, venesections, blood tests, PICC line care Port access. To consistently organise and deliver individualised patient care, ensuring patients physical, social, and psychological needs are met To communicate effectively and work in partnership with patients, their relatives/carers, nursing colleagues and members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure care is delivered in an accurate and efficient manner To contribute to supporting the Ward Sister to maintain/improve and develop high standards of patient care, and thereby ensuring that the patients are treated with privacy, dignity, and respect. Support the Ward Sister in actively implementing initiatives outlined within the Trusts local Nursing and Midwifery and Patient Involvement & Experience Strategies Good communication Cannulation and Phlebotomy IV infusion knowledge Evidence of Blood Transfusion Transferring of patients from chair to chair Minimal use of hoist No beds as a day unit IV medications to been drawn up Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Diploma/Degree in Nursing NMC Registered Knowledge and Experience Essential Ability to Evidence experience/knowledge in an acute setting Skills and Apptitude Essential Understanding of acute Healthcare Desirable Cannulation and Phlebotomy Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Diploma/Degree in Nursing NMC Registered Knowledge and Experience Essential Ability to Evidence experience/knowledge in an acute setting Skills and Apptitude Essential Understanding of acute Healthcare Desirable Cannulation and Phlebotomy 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). Additional information 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 Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Broomfield Day Therapies Broomfield Hospital, court road CM1 7ET Chelmsford CM1 7ET Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)