Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Nurse to join the Respiratory Unit and ARCU based in AAU Level 3 Blue/Yellow at Watford General Hospital (Full time available).
NIV (Non- invasive ventilation) is provided for the care of patients with Type 2 Respiratory Failure.
ARCU is one of the few areas in WHHT which caters NIV as a specialist care.
The Respiratory Unit caters for patients with acute respiratory conditions, Tracheostomy and Chest Drain will learn the details of managing patients with various Respiratory care needs as well as requiring isolation management.
This is a great starting point for any nurses looking to understand and learn about infection control in the long term.
We are looking for dynamic, motivated, Adaptable and hardworking individuals who will work in partnership with our Senior Nursing Team to give our patients the best care every day.
Main duties of the job As a Band 5 RN you will take care of ARCU patients in Respiratory position will allow you to gain excellent skills in NIV, tracheostomy care, chest drain, airway management and patients with other respiratory and medical conditions.
It will allow you to work with newly registered Nurses and student Nurses on a regular basis.
You will also be working closely with NIC, NIV specialist care practitioner, Band 7 Senior Sister and Matron for Respiratory Unit and ARCU in AAU Level 3 Blue/Yellow.
Training will be given and there is an opportunity for staff to develop professionally to their full potential and this will be done through the Trust Training & Development Programme.
About us With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive.
They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.
We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.
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Job description Job responsibilities The band 5 RN is required to: Provide a high standard of individualised care to patients, acting as a role model Supporting the NIC ,Senior Sister/Charge nurse in driving quality care provision forward Be responsible for standards of cleanliness in their own clinical area in partnership with the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse Provide clear clinical leadership to junior staff, supporting the Junior sister deputising for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in her/his absence Person Specification Education and qualifications: Essential NMC Registration Evidence of recent professional development Desirable Diploma/Degree in Nursing Knowledge: Essential Up to date knowledge of relevant political and professional issues in healthcare Knowledge of acute nursing Experience: Essential Sufficient experience post Registration Understanding of acute healthcare