Staff Nurse - James Mackenzie Ward
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Job summary
James Mackenzie Ward has a fantastic opportunity for a staff Nurse to join its friendly, inclusive team working within a Cardiothoracic internal rotation according to the needs of the service delivery.
You will primarily be required to work as a skilled member of the James Mackenzie /CCU nursing team, assisting in the high provision of care to patients and families including planning, assessment, implementation and evaluation of patient's care following agreed care pathways.
You will develop and maintain good unit management and organisational skills and assist with the provision of an environment conductive to the education of staff.
Previous Applicants Need Not Apply
Main duties of the job
Your role will be to provide and maintain the highest possible standard of nursing care for the patient's and their families by ensuring that an ongoing welcoming, caring and safe environment is provided for the patients, developing a progressive knowledge and understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology and knowledge of common cardiological conditions their management and treatment along with a basic knowledge of ECG interpretation along with frequently used abbreviations within the speciality.to assist in any non/invasive cardiac procedures e.g. insertion of temporary pacing systems
After a period of supervision you should be able to undertake and deliver education and advice to patients, being able to identify risk factors and life style changes that may influence patient outcomes and be competent in the administration of oral drugs used in the ward environment and to undertake relevant drug administration training to comply with national and Basildon & Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Trust guidelines control of all drugs at ward level and assist with safe custody, storage and control of all drugs at ward level.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Details
Date posted
04 May 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£28,407 a year Per Annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-CAR-BA-9924
Job locations
Basildon
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Basildon
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer's website
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