We are currently looking for dynamic and motivated experienced Band 5 Nurses to join our friendly and dedicated team of nurses on
Upton Park
our acute inpatient respiratory ward.
The Division of Medicine hosts 8 inpatient wards and has currently entered an exciting era. Upton Park is our brand new 26 Bedded Respiratory Unit and provides specialist respiratory care which includes acute Level 2 respiratory support (NIV, CPAP, HiFlow Oxygen) and management of acute tracheostomies. Our aim is to always provide compassionate, safe patient-focused care.
The division is supported by a dedicated Band 7 Team, PDN team, 2 Matrons, and 3 Senior Nurses. You will be supported in your professional development by our dedicated team of PDNs. There are opportunities to develop specialist skills with both on-the-job training and external courses. As well as your professional development, we also have a newly created Well-being space, outside areas including designated garden areas, as well as fitness classes including a running group.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will provide the highest standard of individualised and holistic patient care, in conjunction with the interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams. The post holder will work within the NMC Code, trust policies, guidance, and procedures to ensure safe working practice.
About us Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact:
Fiona Sarpong Ward Manager fiona.sarpong@nhs.net https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk/shapeyourstory-nuh
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Degree or working towards it Current NMC registration
Desirable Mentorship Course Specialist courses relevant for clinical area e.g. respiratory course
Experience Essential 2 Years Post-registration experience in an Acute Setting
Desirable Experience of working on a respiratory ward
Knowledge Essential Demonstrates an understanding of Clinical Governance Understanding of Research and its application in practice Knowledge of current and emerging NHS policies for nursing
Desirable Knowledge of Resource management Standard Setting and quality assurance
Skills Essential Provide high quality evidenced-based nursing care Demonstrates the ability to identify own learning needs Ability to prioritise clinical workload effectively Ability to identify the deteriorating patient Able to work within set time frames working to priorities and deadlines Ability to give medications according to the Trust's medicines management policy Can demonstrate an enthusiastic, approachable and friendly manner The ability to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels across the Department and Directorate
Desirable Understanding of own Knowledge and Skills Framework and ability to identify learning needs and interests Provide additional enhanced skills appropriate for clinical area
Other Essential Ability to communicate effectively in both a written and oral manner Ability to treat everyone with whom s/he meets with dignity and respect Ability to recognize own limits and work within limits of competence Ability to work flexible hours to meet service requirements - shift patterns include internal rotation between day and night shifts
Desirable Experience of equal opportunity policies and procedures Effectively carries out tasks related to evaluating services
Employer details Employer name Barts Health NHS Trust Address Newham University Hospital Glen Road E13 8SL Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Upton Park
our acute inpatient respiratory ward.
The Division of Medicine hosts 8 inpatient wards and has currently entered an exciting era. Upton Park is our brand new 26 Bedded Respiratory Unit and provides specialist respiratory care which includes acute Level 2 respiratory support (NIV, CPAP, HiFlow Oxygen) and management of acute tracheostomies. Our aim is to always provide compassionate, safe patient-focused care.
The division is supported by a dedicated Band 7 Team, PDN team, 2 Matrons, and 3 Senior Nurses. You will be supported in your professional development by our dedicated team of PDNs. There are opportunities to develop specialist skills with both on-the-job training and external courses. As well as your professional development, we also have a newly created Well-being space, outside areas including designated garden areas, as well as fitness classes including a running group.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will provide the highest standard of individualised and holistic patient care, in conjunction with the interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams. The post holder will work within the NMC Code, trust policies, guidance, and procedures to ensure safe working practice.
About us Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact:
Fiona Sarpong Ward Manager fiona.sarpong@nhs.net https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk/shapeyourstory-nuh
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Degree or working towards it Current NMC registration
Desirable Mentorship Course Specialist courses relevant for clinical area e.g. respiratory course
Experience Essential 2 Years Post-registration experience in an Acute Setting
Desirable Experience of working on a respiratory ward
Knowledge Essential Demonstrates an understanding of Clinical Governance Understanding of Research and its application in practice Knowledge of current and emerging NHS policies for nursing
Desirable Knowledge of Resource management Standard Setting and quality assurance
Skills Essential Provide high quality evidenced-based nursing care Demonstrates the ability to identify own learning needs Ability to prioritise clinical workload effectively Ability to identify the deteriorating patient Able to work within set time frames working to priorities and deadlines Ability to give medications according to the Trust's medicines management policy Can demonstrate an enthusiastic, approachable and friendly manner The ability to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels across the Department and Directorate
Desirable Understanding of own Knowledge and Skills Framework and ability to identify learning needs and interests Provide additional enhanced skills appropriate for clinical area
Other Essential Ability to communicate effectively in both a written and oral manner Ability to treat everyone with whom s/he meets with dignity and respect Ability to recognize own limits and work within limits of competence Ability to work flexible hours to meet service requirements - shift patterns include internal rotation between day and night shifts
Desirable Experience of equal opportunity policies and procedures Effectively carries out tasks related to evaluating services
Employer details Employer name Barts Health NHS Trust Address Newham University Hospital Glen Road E13 8SL Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
