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We are looking to recruit friendly and enthusiastic Staff Nurses with excellent communication skills to work on the Acute Assessment Unit and Emergency Ambulatory care Unit.

We would welcome applications from both Newly qualified nurses and those with previous acute care experience.

The role will involve assessment and provision of nursing care for patients from all specialities. This role will provide variety and allow you to develop skills to care for both medical and surgical patients having a wide range of procedures. You will need to have good acute assessment skills and be able to cope under pressure in a busy environment.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to ensuring all our patients receive the highest quality of care in a safe and secure environment. You will be joining a committed team who are constantly striving to improve the acute care experience for all patients and their relatives. We work closely with all teams associated with emergency admissions and admission avoidance.

We are looking for someone that is forward thinking, well organized with a positive attitude towards flexibility and change. We work on a system of internal rotation of shifts including weekends and night duty. We are strongly committed to the development of all our team and will support you in your continued personal and professional development with the guidance of our dedicated Practice Educator.

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• Provide high quality evidence based clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values

and in accordance with professional regulations

• Work with others to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those in your care,

their families and carers, and the wider community

• To work in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines
• To act as a role model communicating in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and the

staff at all times.

• Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in

charge, recognising and working within the limits of your competence.

• Take every opportunity to continue to maintain and develop your own practice.
• Facilitate students and others to develop their competence through supervision, teaching

and role modelling.

Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
ROLE SUMMARY

• The post holder will work on a rotational post as a staff nurse in the Acute Assessment Unit (AAU) , the Emergency Ambulatory Care Unit (EACU) to provide an effective, safe environment of care for individual patients, their relatives and carers.
• Deliver patient-centred care nursing./.health professional care on AAU, EACU aiming to achieve the highest possible standards of care, in accordance with the Trust’s Strategy for Nursing and Midwifery.
• Provide best clinical professional practice.
• In the absence of more senior nursing/ health professional staff may be required to undertake specific ward/ department management duties, as delegated by ward manager.
• Assist in the provision of a working environment which is conducive to learning for all staff and students
• The post holder will be working in an unpredictable environment within the clinical area (e.g. violence and aggression and Clinical emergencies).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Knowledge Registered Nurse - first or second level registration

Skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to adapt to different ward environments

Experience Previous experience in a medical or surgical speciality is desirable but not essential

KEY RESULT AREAS:
1 Provides effective, safe, evidence based patient care in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct

1.1 Adheres to NMC code of conduct

1.2 Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates individualised evidence based patient care

1.3 Works in accordance with ward philosophy and nursing model

1.4 Effectively processes admissions & transfers and plans discharges in accordance with BSUH policy and standards

• Actively participates in promotion of education for patients, their relatives and colleagues with consideration to resources available

1.6 Ensures provision of all drugs as prescribed in accordance with BSUH policy, including parenteral administration

1. Participates in management of the ward

2.1 Prioritises care and delegates workload and ward activities appropriately to HCA’s and other staff; may be required to take charge of the ward on an ad hoc basis

2.2 Effectively and professionally deals with emergency situations

• Participates in the supervision, mentorship and development of students and colleagues

2.4 Adheres to local and National policies and guidelines

2.5 Ensures safe practice with regard to moving and handling, SHARPS, infection control etc

2.6 Responsible for self development and actively participates in BSUH Strategy for Nursing and Band 5 development programme

2.7 Contributes and actively participates in correct reporting and handling of incidents and accidents

2.8 Has awareness of ward and team dynamics

2.9 Participates in continuous practice development and audits of the ward

2.10 Identifies and reports malfunctioning equipment and takes necessary action

2.11 Ensures adequate ward stock levels are maintained

2.12 Maintains awareness of ward resource issues

2.13 Processes patient property and valuables in accordance with BSUH policy.

2.14 Participates in mentorship of newly qualified staff and Health Care Assistants

1. Promotes effective communication in the Ward area

• Participates in ward handover

3.2 Participates in medical ward rounds, discharge planning and other multidisciplinary team meetings and ward team meetings

3.3 Provides accurate documentation of patient care in accordance with BSUH and national policies

3.4 Builds effective relationship with patients’ relatives and carers and other members of the nursing and multi-disciplinary team

3.5 Makes and receives telephone calls with due courtesy, effectively imparting and recording information taking into account confidentiality, Caldicott and Data Protection

3.6 Handles complaints and plaudits in a professional manner and in accordance with Trust policy

3.7 Liaises with the ward manager, senior nurse and colleagues regarding any issues/areas of concern

COMPETENCE

• The post holder is required to participate in the Trust appraisal process and work towards meeting identified development needs.
• The post holder is required to demonstrate on-going continuous professional development.
• At no time should the post holder work outside their defined level of competence. If the post holder has concerns regarding this they should immediately discuss this with their Manager/Supervisor/Consultant. The post holder has the responsibility to inform those supervising their duties if they are not competent to perform a duty.