Job summary
Due to confirmation and development of a new Respiratory Support Unit (RSU) we are delighted to be able to offer a fantastic opportunity for staff nurses to join the Ward 20 team. This is a 28 bedded acute Respiratory ward providing level 2 care for respiratory patients, requiring high levels of respiratory support including NIV, long term ventilation, tracheostomy care, high flow and/or close monitoring. There will be facility to care for 16 level 2 patients, with theaddition of central monitoring; allowing for improved monitoring for Level 2 acutely unwell patients
We are looking for a motivated, caring and compassionate, forward thinking individual with a keen interest in caring and managing patients with chronic respiratory conditions and experiencing an acute exacerbation of symptoms including COPD, asthma, Type 1 & Type 2 respiratory failure.
Working with a supportive team on Ward 20 will give you the opportunity to gain experience, skills and confidence into the management of an acute respiratory patient.
We will offer teaching packages and support to complete competencies in tracheostomy care, NIV (Non Invasive Ventilation) and deteriorating patients. Some respiratory experience is advantageous, but not essential. All training and full induction will be provided. The Unit welcomesboth newly qualified and experienced Registered Nurses.
This post is contracted to the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Glenfield Hospital site.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for candidates who are keen to develop professionally in this exciting domain of Respiratory medicine.
Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence based nursing care. Actively promote and contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care. Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff members. Mentor, teach, assess, and support students and learners on placements in the clinical area and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff members. Act as a clinical and professional role model. Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
A comprehensive induction package is offered by the ward staff supported by the education and practice development team based at the UHL academy on site. There will be an opportunity to work in the other respiratory services within the department in order to gain skills and experience. This includes the Asthma Service, Respiratory Physiology and the Respiratory Support Team.
Respiratory nursing gives you acute dynamic skills which are transferable. The Trust is a great place to work with on-going learning and support from the education team and the Respiratory Support Team.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
- We focus on what matters most
- We treat others how we would like to be treated
- We are passionate and creative in our work
- We do what we say we are going to do
- We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Perform comprehensive assessments of patient nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing health care needs.
Take responsibility for the care needs of individual allocated patients.
Co-ordinate, organise and prioritise the allocated workload.
Recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
Provide advice, education, support and information to family members / carers as required and involve them in the planning and delivery of care.
Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and other family members / carers. Facilitate effective communication and liaison with other disciplines as necessary to meet the needs of patients, especially relating to on-going care needs and discharge arrangements.
Ensure that fully accurate, complete and contemporaneous nursing records are written and maintained for each patient in accordance with agreed policy.
Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times and information relating to patient / users and personnel is used only in connection with authorised duties. Use health related information only for the purposes of what it is intended for and in accordance with the Data Protection act.
Continually monitor standards of nursing care and contribute to improvement of care, through benchmarking, audit and research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Perform comprehensive assessments of patient nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing health care needs.
Take responsibility for the care needs of individual allocated patients.
Co-ordinate, organise and prioritise the allocated workload.
Recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
Provide advice, education, support and information to family members / carers as required and involve them in the planning and delivery of care.
Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and other family members / carers. Facilitate effective communication and liaison with other disciplines as necessary to meet the needs of patients, especially relating to on-going care needs and discharge arrangements.
Ensure that fully accurate, complete and contemporaneous nursing records are written and maintained for each patient in accordance with agreed policy.
Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times and information relating to patient / users and personnel is used only in connection with authorised duties. Use health related information only for the purposes of what it is intended for and in accordance with the Data Protection act.
Continually monitor standards of nursing care and contribute to improvement of care, through benchmarking, audit and research.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Able to appropriately present factual written information
- Evidence of self development
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Describes an interest in the speciality applied for
- Describes sufficient clinical knowledge for a staff nurse position
UHL Values
Essential
- Appropriate example given of application of UHL core values and behaviours
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Able to appropriately present factual written information
- Evidence of self development
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Describes an interest in the speciality applied for
- Describes sufficient clinical knowledge for a staff nurse position
UHL Values
Essential
- Appropriate example given of application of UHL core values and behaviours
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
