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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

27d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You should be proactive, enthusiastic, and highly motivated, with excellent communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to maintain accurate electronic records.
  • You will provide individualized patient care, assist staff, ensure accurate documentation, monitor progress, advocate for patients, and maintain a safe, efficient environment.

Requirements

  • Proactive with a desire to continuously improve patient experience and deliver high quality, patient-centred care.
  • Enthusiastic and highly-motivated.
  • Excellent communications skills and the ability to demonstrate a professional and sensitive manner with patients.
  • Ability to maintain accurate electronic records.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned care for a group of patients without direct supervision
  • Ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence based individualised patient care
  • Assist and advise staff, both registered and unregistered in the delivery of patient care
  • Maintain accurate clinical observations of the patient and act accordingly
  • Undertake nursing procedures
  • Have responsibility for the correct administration and custody of medicines according to Trust policy
  • Monitor patients’ progress, work towards safe and timely discharge plans and ensure barriers to discharge are identified and acted on appropriately
  • Act as the patient’s advocate
  • Organise one’s own work load ensuring most effective use of time
  • Assist in the orientation of new staff and students
  • Ensure that nursing practices comply with Trust policies and procedures
  • Communicate effectively at all times and maintain a harmonious working environment
  • Co-ordinate the care given by nursing assistants and students
  • Promote effective liaison between all members of the multi-disciplinary team
  • Be responsible for the accurate documentation and care of patients records
  • Maintain a safe and healthy environment
  • Assist in ensuring the availability of resources for patient care
  • Ensure equipment is in good working order and report appropriately when defective
  • Participate in audit and suggest any change to improve standards
  • Continued in Job description.

FAQs

What are the key responsibilities of the Staff Nurse position?

The key responsibilities include carrying out planned care for a group of patients, ensuring the assessment and evaluation of evidence-based individualized patient care, monitoring patient progress, acting as the patient’s advocate, and maintaining accurate clinical observations and patient records.

What specialities does the Sainsbury Wing cover?

The Sainsbury Wing covers haematology, hepatobiliary, gynaecology, cardiology, cardiothoracic, and upper GI specialties, with additional services such as an ambulatory care unit and an outpatient department.

Are there educational development opportunities available?

Yes, there are excellent educational development opportunities available for staff nurses to enhance their skills and knowledge in a supportive environment.

Is there a chance to work part-time or flexible hours?

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

Who can I contact for further information or informal visits regarding this position?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Esther Dezeure, the Ward Manager, via email at esther.dezeure@live.co.uk or by telephone at 0203 313 1443.

What are the benefits of working at Imperial College Healthcare?

Benefits include career development opportunities, flexible working options, a staff recognition scheme, and optional benefits such as Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loans, and leisure facility memberships.

Is there a fixed-term position available?

Yes, there is one fixed-term 9-month maternity cover position available in addition to one permanent full-time position.

What qualities are desired in candidates for the Staff Nurse position?

Candidates should be proactive, enthusiastic, highly-motivated, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a professional and sensitive manner with patients.

What type of environment does the Sainsbury Wing offer?

The Sainsbury Wing provides a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team environment focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

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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.