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Band 5 Staff Nurse

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Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You need up-to-date clinical skills, reliability, flexibility, and a proactive leadership style, with the ability to work day and night shifts.
  • You will assess, monitor, and record patient progress, communicate changes, plan discharges, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and external partners and families for holistic care.

Requirements

  • You will need up to date clinical skills, be reliable and have a flexible approach with a proactive leadership style.
  • The post holder will be required to work flexibly on both day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

  • You will play an important part in the patients' recovery.
  • Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to use and develop key skills, providing holistic assessment and patient care.
  • You will be responsible for contributing to care, observing, monitoring and recording patients’ progress whilst communicating and managing effectively any changes in their condition and planning their safe discharge.
  • Liaising with external partners and patients' families is a very important part of the role.

FAQs

What does the Kleinwort Intermediate Care Unit specialize in?

The Kleinwort Intermediate Care Unit specializes in providing nursing and therapy care to patients recovering after a hospital stay or those who may need assistance to avoid admission to a larger hospital.

What kind of shifts will I be required to work?

The post holder will be required to work flexibly on both day and night shifts.

What type of patients will I be caring for as a Band 5 Staff Nurse?

As a Band 5 Staff Nurse, you will care for patients who require complex discharge planning, palliative and end-of-life care, as well as those recuperating after illness or surgery.

What kind of skills are necessary for this position?

You will need up-to-date clinical skills, be reliable, and have a flexible approach with a proactive leadership style.

Are there opportunities for training and development?

Yes, there are excellent training, development, and research opportunities available for staff.

What are the values of the organization?

The organization's values are Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, and Delivering Excellence.

Is there support for work-life balance?

Yes, we offer flexible working options such as part-time, flexi-time, annualized hours, and flexi-retirement to support work-life balance.

Who can I contact for more information about the job?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Polly Hegarty, the Ward Manager, at polly.hegarty@nhs.net or call 01444 445600 Ext 2159.

Does the organization embrace diversity?

Yes, we embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

What is the primary goal of the Kleinwort Intermediate Care Unit?

The primary goal of the Kleinwort Intermediate Care Unit is to help patients recover and return to their home by ensuring their environment is safe and their abilities are optimized.

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Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Excellent care at the heart of the community.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2010
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of community-based healthcare services across Sussex, including nursing, therapy, and specialist care. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care that supports people in their homes and communities, aiming to improve health outcomes and enhance well-being. Their purpose is to offer excellent community health services, promote independence, and integrate care to support patients' needs effectively.