Job summary
- Main area
- Speciality Medicine
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 279-6615557-SEP24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £29,970 - £36,483 per annum pro rota
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 30/09/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Staff Nurse - Infectious Diseases/Clinical infection Unit
Band 5
About our Trust
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.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
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.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
Our Infectious Diseases unit provides the best care and protection for patients across the County. Our service has led the way in the fight against COVID19 and we are proud of our team who rallied to the call from our Country. Our service leads the way in researching COVID 19, provides the highest quality evidence based hands-on experience, all the Personal Protective Equipment you need, full-time infection prevention teams, dedicated practice educators and a hardworking but fun team spirit.
This service is integral to the workings and service delivery of our Acute Hospitals’ services and you will be part of a £500M Rebuild programme of the Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for providing effective and high quality care for people with infectious diseases, HIV and related conditions and for providing support for their relatives and carers.
Through supervision and direction of junior staff and students, the post holder will be required to maintain high standards of patient care, promote the safe clinical practice and nurse role development.
The post holder will be responsible for the organization and management of the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager or deputy Ward Manager.
The post holder will be required to undertake any training required to fulfil.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require Tier 2 sponsorship please apply for our Internationally Qualified Nurse Advert.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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.
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.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To work as part of a team ensuring effective communication with all health care professionals within the clinical team and across all disciplines.
- Act as a role model within the clinical area.
- Adhere to the Trust values in all working relationships to patients, carers and staff.
- Teach/assess and facilitate learning for all learners in the ward area, particularly students and healthcare assistants having.
- Undertake the Mentorship qualification.
- Demonstrate good leadership skills and ensure that communication is effective between the patient, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team, and ensure appropriate nursing input into patient care discussions
- Ensure communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care, including the use of handover and clinical incident reporting if necessary.
- Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations and recognising individuality and rights for each patient in line with Trust values.
- Work effectively within a multi-racial and cultural environment
Please see attached Job Description for full details.
Person specification
Experience / Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse With NMC
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Flexible with shift works and Able to work in other areas of speciality medicine
Desirable criteria
- Venepuncture and Cannulation
- Mentorship or practice supervisor expereince
- Basic IT skills
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Jasmin Gabot
- Job title
- Infectious diseases Staff nurse
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273696955
- Additional information
Please contact me thru email and be informed of the automatic replies when I am not available as it would show contact persons in my absence.
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