Staff Nurse, CCU/Birch
The closing date is 14 July 2025
Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients within Birch and Coronary Care Unit (CCU). The role includes the management of acutely unwell cardiac patients, including those requiring cardiac monitoring, arrhythmia management, and post-procedure care following interventions such as angiograms, angioplasty, and device implantations.
The post holder will work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate patient care. They will be expected to maintain continuous professional development, contribute to service improvements, and support junior staff, students, and healthcare assistants.
Main duties of the job
Clinical/Professional & Managerial Responsibilities:
Practice nursing and the delivery of patient care in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust/Unit Policies and procedures.
Be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care needs for patients in the emergency department, ensuring safe practice and maintaining high standards of care.
Establish and maintain effective communication links with other members of the multi- disciplinary team, patients and carers.
Maintain up to date, comprehensive and accurate records of clinical care, the patients' condition and other relevant information.
With the sister/charge nurse and their deputies ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies and procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection.
To have an understanding of the Safeguarding policies and procedures and have an understanding and recognition of those at risk.
Support the implementation of quality assurance initiatives which will improve patient care and the patients' environment.
Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines in accordance with the trust policy and practice.
Understand the need for effective ward budgetary control and be aware of the current cost of medical supplies and equipment.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- On-site Nurseries
- On-site staff cafes
- On-site parking
- Support in career development
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics
Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org
Details
Date posted
04 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,469 to £38,308 a year plus weekend and night enhancement
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
1 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
323-NM4533-JN
Job locations
St Peters Hospital
Chertsey
KT16 0HE
Employer details
Employer name
Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Peters Hospital
Chertsey
KT16 0HE
Employer's website
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