Registered General Nurse

Barts Health NHS Trust

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Job summary

General Nurse Band 5 Newham University Hospital Barts Health NHS Trust

Barts Health NHS Trust are looking for an experienced Nurse to join the committed team within their dynamic and renowned Newham University Hospital.

Main duties of the job

This is a fantastic chance for an experienced General Nurse to undertake a challenging role within one of Londons leading centres for healthcare. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe delivery of individualised care to patients while working as a part of an expert multi-disciplinary team. This is a superb opportunity for anybody looking to advance their skills and progress their career by working alongside a highly skilled clinical team.

About us

Barts Trust offer a range of specialist services and state-of-the-art facilities across their five London hospitals, providing quality healthcare to over 2.5 million people. Newham Hospital provide an impressive range of services, including emergency care, surgery, childrens health, womens health, maternity services, specialist medicine, long-term care, and a dedicated stroke unit. Their committed A&E department delivers emergency care for more than 500 patients a day, and the hospital proudly offer many more clinical support services for less critical conditions. With the multitude of services Newham has to offer, the opportunities for a qualified Nurse to diversify their skills and experience are endless.

Date posted

17 May 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15.72 to £23.69 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

C9259-23-0639

Job locations

The Royal London Hospital

Whitechapel Road

London

E1 1FR

Job description

Job responsibilities

Encouraging patients to take steps to regain and improve their well-being and confidence

Patient medication administration and pre- and post-operative care

Providing parents, family, and friends with emotional and physical support

Identifying the needs for patient care

Adhering to therapeutic standards to ensure the quality of care provided to patients

Ensuring that patients and coworkers follow the policies and procedures for infection control, the storage and administration of medications, and the substance use regulations

Assessing patients who complain of particular illnesses

Review and verification of vaccination records

Job description

Job responsibilities

Encouraging patients to take steps to regain and improve their well-being and confidence

Patient medication administration and pre- and post-operative care

Providing parents, family, and friends with emotional and physical support

Identifying the needs for patient care

Adhering to therapeutic standards to ensure the quality of care provided to patients

Ensuring that patients and coworkers follow the policies and procedures for infection control, the storage and administration of medications, and the substance use regulations

Assessing patients who complain of particular illnesses

Review and verification of vaccination records

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

At least 6 months NHS experience in that last 3 years

Qualifications

Essential

Degree in Nursing

Additional Criteria

Essential

6 months post preceptorship experience
Robust clinical knowledge, strong initiative, and a proactive approach to work
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Honesty and integrity, and a caring patient-centred approach

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

At least 6 months NHS experience in that last 3 years

Qualifications

Essential

Degree in Nursing

Additional Criteria

Essential

6 months post preceptorship experience
Robust clinical knowledge, strong initiative, and a proactive approach to work
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Honesty and integrity, and a caring patient-centred approach

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.