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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

23d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should be a Band 5 Nurse with 12 months post-qualification experience, keen on professional development, and ready to work in a multidisciplinary team caring for diverse pediatric conditions.
  • You will deliver compassionate nursing care, ensure patient safety, promote safeguarding, collaborate with the team, and enhance practice through evidence-based approaches.

Requirements

  • We are looking for a Band 5 Nurse with at least 12 months post qualification experience to complement our existing nursing team and to work within our dynamic and friendly team.
  • The successful applicant will join a multidisciplinary team of skilled and highly motivated staff who provide quality care to children with a wide variety of conditions including medical, surgical, trauma, orthopaedics plastics, ENT and the largest Bone Marrow Transplant Centre non-malignant blood cancers.
  • The post holder must be willing to engage in all the development opportunities and be enthusiastic about their own development and growth.

Responsibilities

  • To deliver efficient, compassionate, and excellent nursing care to patients and their families which is evidence based.
  • To minimise risk and maintain safety of patients and staff; supporting the ward manager in investigating incidents and identifying ways to improve practice.
  • To actively promote the safeguarding of children and young people.
  • To use evidence-based practice and actively participate in the progression of nursing within West London Children’s Healthcare (WLCH) and Imperial Healthcare trust.
  • To demonstrate politeness, courtesy, and sensitivity in dealing with patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations.
  • Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide.
  • To promote a positive image of WLCH and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust at all times.
  • To work cohesively with all members of the ward team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Staff Nurse position?

Applicants must possess a nursing qualification and have at least 12 months of post-qualification experience.

What type of patient care will I be involved in?

You will provide quality care to children with a wide variety of conditions including medical, surgical, trauma, orthopaedics, plastics, ENT, and care within a Bone Marrow Transplant Centre for non-malignant blood cancers.

Is there a focus on professional development in this role?

Yes, the position requires a commitment to personal development and there are numerous development opportunities provided to enhance your skills in caring for critically unwell children.

What is the nursing team's working environment like?

You will be joining a dynamic and friendly multidisciplinary team of skilled and highly motivated staff dedicated to providing quality care.

Are there any specific responsibilities in terms of patient safety?

Yes, you will be expected to minimize risk and maintain the safety of patients and staff, as well as support the ward manager in investigating incidents and improving practice.

How does the organization view child safeguarding?

Actively promoting the safeguarding of children and young people is a key responsibility of this role.

What are the benefits of working at Imperial College Healthcare?

Benefits include career development opportunities, flexible working options, a staff recognition scheme, and access to optional benefits like Cycle to Work and onsite leisure facilities.

Can I apply for part-time or flexible working arrangements?

Yes, the organization is committed to equal opportunities and will consider applications for flexible, part-time, or job share positions.

Who can I contact for further details or to arrange an informal visit?

You can contact Michelle Pash, Sister, at michelle.pash@nhs.net or via telephone at 02033126466.

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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

St Mary’s, Hammersmith, Charing Cross, Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea and the Western Eye hospitals in London

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1823
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in England, providing acute and specialist healthcare services. It operates five hospitals in London, delivering a broad range of healthcare services, including world-class care in areas such as cardiology, cancer, and trauma. The Trust's mission is to improve the quality of life for patients by providing excellent healthcare, advancing medical knowledge through research, and training the next generation of healthcare professionals. Their purpose is to deliver the best possible care, driven by innovation and research.