Total 2,329 staff nurse job vacancies in London, NW3 2QG

Essential criteria include Registered Nurse Adult or Child or dual trained with current NMC registration 1 years experience in an acute setting Work independently and in a team Effective communication and ability to manage difficult situations effectively Prioritise workload Aware of professional issues Practice within scope of practice Time management, delegation skills alongside an understanding of the speciality Desirable skills include Phlebotomy Plastering experience Risk Management Conflict resolution Audit and research See job description for further information In order to be considered for shortlisting, you must meet the essential criteria in the person specification and answer the question in supporting information Closing date 13.05.24 Shortlisting should be carried out w/c 13.05.24 with Face to Face Interviews planned for 24.05.24 For candidates shortlisted, the interview will be in 2 parts: 1 written response to a set of questions 2 face to face interview

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CLINICAL DUTIES Assess patient care needs and the development and implementation of programmes of patient care and participate in the evaluation of these. Carry out all relevant forms of care to designated patients and be able to supervise learner nurses and Health Care Support Workers. Care and control of medication and controlled drugs used for patient care, being aware of the systems used for safe administration, the ordering and maintenance of stock. Ensure work with the Trust/unit and ward policies in order to maintain professional, clinical and patient safety. Acquire the knowledge and expertise to take appropriate action in emergency situations and for personally attending the mandatory/compulsory update sessions. Have the in-depth knowledge with practical experience of good hand hygiene and environmental cleaning in conjunction with North Middlesex University Hospital trust policies and procedures Be aware of the principles of infection control and the prevention of cross infection in relation to patient care and the clinical environment. Be able to communicate basic care information and answer queries to patients, their relatives/carers and the multidisciplinary team members. To undertake intravenous drug therapy administration following a training programme which will assess the competencies and practical levels required to achieve safe working within Trust policies and procedures.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Main Duties and Responsibilities Delivering high quality, evidence-based and patient focused clinical care through: Delivering a high standard of evidence-based care to patients. Ensuring good standards of care for the patient are maintained at all times. Adhering to NMC Code of Professional conduct at all times. Involving and supporting patients, relatives, carers and friends in the care process. Promoting well-being and involving patients and relatives in health education. Ensuring clear and accurate written and verbal information is given at all times. Ensuring contemporaneous record keeping at all times. Seeking advice from more senior/experienced members of staff where appropriate. Working effectively as part of the immediate team and wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) through: Liaising effectively with all members of the MDT to ensure patients needs are met. Exercising leadership and taking the initiative where appropriate. Providing support and advice to ward/unit staff (especially junior staff) on clinical and administrative issues. Liaising with discharge coordinator / bed manager to ensure effective admission/discharge of patients. Keeping the ward/unit sister / charge nurse informed of significant changes and/or anticipated problems. Upholding a duty of care and clinical governance through: Observing a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of yourself, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital. Ensuring the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Kings College Hospital NHS Trust Foundation together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations are adhered to at all times. Maintaining patient confidentiality, dignity and privacy at all times. Adhering to the Trusts policy on valuing equality and diversity and showing due regard for each patients cultural and religious beliefs, gender, ethnicity, age and sexuality. Strictly adhering to the National Code of Practice on Infection Control. Staff Nurse (Band 5) Job Description Date of Origin: June 2009 3 Taking responsibility for your own personal development and keeping up to date with nursing and medical knowledge. Being aware of current research and the implications for the ward/unit speciality. Acting as a role model at all times and for all staff. Acting as practice supervisor and/or preceptor/mentor for junior and newly qualified staff. Working with appropriate members of the teaching staff to ensure effective staff development (own and others). Participating in Trust and Divisional initiatives to develop nursing practice and support change. General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care and feels like their contribution is valuable and valued. At Kings we are a kind, respectful team: Kind. We show compassion and understanding and bring a positive attitude to our work Respectful. We promote equality, are inclusive and honest, speaking up when needed Team. We support each other, communicate openly, and are reassuringly professional To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder. All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication. Safe Guarding The Trust takes the issues of Safeguarding Children, Adults and addressing Domestic Abuse very seriously. All employees have a responsibility to support the organisation in our duties by; attending mandatory training on safeguarding children and adults familiarising themselves with the Trust's processes for reporting concerns reportingany safeguarding child or adult concerns appropriately Infection Control Statement The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene procedures and requirements when in clinical areas. The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to make to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role. These requirements are set out in the National Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training. These standards must be strictly complied with at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities: Main Duties Supporting Endoscopy Unit manager and officiating in her/his absence. Working in various rotation duties during the week and weekend. Management of sickness and absence and maintaining anecdotal record electronically etc. Knowledge of ordering supplies on PECOS/ Genesis and maintaining right balance and understanding working economically. Understanding trust Values, polices, guidelines, protocols , NMC Code and adhere and practice accordingly. Detailed knowledge of Infection control and decontamination of endoscopes. Maintaining quality and delivering high standards of care by adhering to trust values. Weekend and weekdays on-call duties as per rotation. Supervision of staff and delegation of authority to Junior staff as and when required. Mentoring and training newly recruited staff and students and live by a great example. Competent in health roster and allocating staff with right skill mix. Pre-assessment of patients for complex procedures (inpatients ant outpatients) e.g. EUS, ERCP, PEG, Polypectomies, Capsules endoscopy. Clinical Role Ensure patients are pre-assessed prior to complex Endoscopic procedures. To be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation of each individual patients care, taking into consideration the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs. To be able to take a full comprehensive medical history present and past including the social history from the patients. Assess the suitability for patients requiring a surgical procedure or operation by providing appropriate routine investigations and assessment. Arrange other specialist investigation i.e. Echocardiogram and Respiratory Function test. Provide support and information to patients and relatives on all aspects of surgery prior to admission, which includes Health Education. To work with agreed Local and National Pre- Assessment protocols and guidelines supported by and in conjunction with the Modernisation Agency. The supervision of junior staff and teaching of qualified/unqualified staff including learner nurses. To lead the team when designated ensuring the maintenance of a high and safe standard of care. To ensure that medical instructions are implemented as appropriate, report fully on patient status to the medical and nursing staff. The maintenance of an acceptable environment for patients in clinic, reporting and taking appropriate action in emergency situations and for personally attending the compulsory update sessions. Reporting to the Unit Manager or Senior Divisional Nurse in the absence to the former, any untoward incidents occurring in the unit. Ensuring that all form of communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care. Carry out full assessment of designated patients and be able to supervise learner nurses and Health Care Support Workers. Liaise with Anaesthetic and Senior Medical Staff to ensure that patients are fit for surgery, arranging alternative management as necessary including referring patients back to their GP or specialists in other professions as necessary. Identify clinical abnormalities that will impair on the surgical journey and act to resolve them. Maintain accurate records including pre-operative testing and care interventions to form the basis of total patients records. Ensure work with the Trust/Unit and Pre-Assessment policies in order to maintain professional and patient safety. To undertake Phlebotomy and Cannulation within the clinical area and be responsible for supervising staff undertaking training. Train and monitor good hand washing hygiene, endoscope decontamination and environmental cleaning. Acquire knowledge and expertise to take appropriate action in emergency situations and for personally attending the compulsory update sessions. Ensure a working knowledge of all equipment of all equipment in use in clinical area. Responsible for the monitoring and audit of the pre-operative assessment service against the service objectives. Assesses the effectiveness of patients outcomes and maximises theatre utilisation. Managerial Role To produce the off duty using health rostering, to monitoring sickness and complete return to work as required in the absence of or under instruction of the unit manager. Ensure sickness and absence/time keeping policies are adhered to by all staff. Ensure that the Trusts induction policy is adhered to for all new members of staff. Ensure that the staffs are capable to undertaking the duties delegated to them. Ensure that all staff is aware of the Health & Safety, Fire and Cardiac Arrest Policies. Liaise with the domestic administration to ensure the unit is cleaned. Ensure that all staff adheres to the guidelines for infection control as laid down in the infection control manual and to liaise regularly with the senior infection control nurse. Work toward achieving personal objectives and assist junior staff in achieving team objectives. To assist medical staff by reporting on patients condition from the pre-op assessment and make suggestions to optimize patient for surgery. To receive and contribute information at departmental meetings and audit. To liaise with other heads of departments for their co-operation and support to ensure the smooth running of the unit. To ensure that confidentiality of patient identifiable information is always maintained. Ensuring the safe custody and usage of drugs in accordance with established procedures, policies, and laws. Preparing and supervising the preparation of statements and contributing information to the Unit manager on untoward and unexpected situations relating to any legal responsibilities e.g., accidents to staff/patients/visitors, complaints, or losses. Innovate change when appropriate. Implement the Trusts Corporate Governance Strategy regarding meeting the necessary standards of accountability, financial control, patient and public involvement and the delivery of clinical outcomes. To be responsible for the day-to-day management requirements of the pre-operative assessment service in the absence of the unit manager. Education To educate patients and their carers to understand the diagnosis, treatment options and their health care needs during and following treatment. To act as a patient advocate in line with the National guidelines and to actively apply in-depth knowledge of holistic/socio-economic and cultural aspects of care to clients within specialty. Participate in teaching and supervision of new and unqualified staff, including medical staff and learner nurses. Advise on the promotion of health and prevention of illness. Maintain own professional/clinical requirements to act as a role model and resource to patients, significant others and staff. Be conversant with current legislation/JAG/NICE guidance for patients requiring gastroenterology care and implement as appropriate. Participate in local/national audits and research relating to Gastroenterology patients. To use information systems to aid regular audit of the clinical role and have an awareness of how information technology can contribute to clinical practice. Lead on audit, quality, and risk management initiatives in supporting gastro enterology services. Utilise nursing research within clinical practice, keep up to date with, interpret and critically evaluate current literature in specialist area and within Professional arena. To ensure evidence-based practice is implemented and updates Trust guidelines to ensure high quality and effective care is delivered. To communicate and update staff on audit/research findings and to initiate any changes to practice, as required. Work with the Clinical and Nursing Lead to agree own learning objectives in order to develop both professionally and personally. To undertake clinical supervision and reflective practice and support other staff to do the same. Develop and maintain a professional portfolio, which complies with NMC recommendation and revalidation. To monitor/maintain a system for monitoring of self about the requirements of professional practice & the maintenance of NMC requirements regarding registration. To provide information and function as a resource for advice to GPs, primary care about patients requiring endoscopy with both written and verbal correspondence. Participate and contribute with staff review and appraisals and support Personal development plans for nursing and allied health professionals within Endoscopy. Act as an assessor/mentor for students and colleagues participating in induction programmes, teaching, developing and assessing competencies and support ongoing learning. Lead on the development and revision of patient information for patients undergoing endoscopy and ensure all information is in line with Trust standards and agreed within Trust Patient Documentation group.

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Come and join one of the UK's largest providers in Neuro and Mental Healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone. We'd like you to join us as a Staff Nurse - Bank at our Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre in South East London. Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre in South East London is an established provider of specialist inpatient rehabilitation for individuals with an acquired brain injury or other complex neurological condition. We are committed to ensuring our residents feel safe, happy and empowered. What you'll be working: We're flexible, so you can choose available shifts Monday to Sunday What you'll be doing: Protecting and supporting the health of individual patients / residents Assessment of care and health education needs Development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient Under supervision, to gain experience and skills in: Clinical practice Facilitation and teaching To take charge of the ward/department/unit in the absence of senior nursing staff following performance review. To adopt a flexible approach to hours of duty, in order to meet the needs of the service over a 24 hour period. What you'll have: A current NMC Pin number A Legal Right to work in the UK We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer. What to look forward to: Free lunchtime meal whilst on duty

Working in gynaecology will help you to develop and expand your skills further in stoma management, pain management, patient rehabilitation and education, pre-operative assessment clinics and complex discharge planning. We welcome nurses who have a ward based experience and looking forward to expand their skills in surgical nursing. We welcome you to have an informal walk around our Victor Bonney Ward. Please contact Beena .K. Mathew(beena.mathew1@nhs.net) for an informal visit.

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To assist in the planning and the delivery of individualised, safe, effective and evidence based patient care To ensure the provision of a welcoming, caring and safe environment for patients and their families. To participate in the efficient operational management of the department. To undertake tasks and responsibilities assigned by the Ward Manager supporting the management and development of the nursing care and the delivery of the service To provide support to the Ward Manager, Deputy ward Manager and shift leaders To undertake a link nurse role(s) for designated clinical responsibilities, attend meetings and complete associated actions attached to the link nurse role

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To work as team member. Is able to manage junior staff and learners. A good knowledge of all surgical specialities is essential. Checking,witnessing and administering of controlled drugs. To set up and start administration of PCA and Epidural pumps,being able to troubleshoot any potential problems An understanding of Infusion pumps and syringes. To participate in all aspects of Post Operative care of Patients. To maintain effective communication between all specialities of the Theatre Team,including Scrub, Anaesthetic and Surgical Teams