Job summary Ward A3-HACA Respiratory (Previously was Ward E3 Respiratory specialty) On Ward A3 -HACA you will work part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ward A3-HACA is a 29 bedded ward (23 beds in A3 and 6 high acute beds in HACA) .
Whilst the ward is fast paced, we work as a team to provide a high standard of care to our patients.
Tracheostomy, NIV, chest draining and oxygen therapy training will be provided .
We will offer a supportive induction to the ward and ensure, all competencies and training are provided in order for you to the best nurse you can be.
What we will offer you?
Welcoming and friendly team Corporate and local ward induction Support with professional development Professional working environment To be part of an amazing team What we would like from you?
Be a team player Provide a high standard of care Adhere to trust value Main duties of the job work within the NMC code of conductbe able to communicate well with the MDTexcellent standard of written documentationsupport patients with care deliverycare of tracheostomy, chest drains, NIV, BIPAP, oxygen.venepuncture and cannulation (training available)work well within a teamable to supervise and support our healthcare assistantsbe able to care for acutely unwell patientsbe willing to part take in further education and learning About us We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve.
We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity.
Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important.
We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you: o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays o NHS pension scheme membership o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further o NHS Staff discounts o Cycle to work scheme oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice Job description Job responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities Communicate with patients, carers, family and relatives as part of effective patient care.
Liaising with the multi-disciplinary team in relation to patients care and needs.
Provides feedback to the department from courses undertaken.
Responsibility for Patient Care Assessing the individual's care needs, developing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care to meet needs of patients and undertake all forms of care within the clinical environment.
Working in partnership with relatives and carers to develop and implement /improve standards of patient care.
Liaising with staff from multi-disciplines in matters relating to patient care and equipment relevant to nursing care.
Maintain accurate and timely patients records and documentation ensuring confidentiality.
To uphold the Trusts dignity and respect standards First Impressions.
Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided and is consistent with clinical guidelines.
Using professional judgements is able to analyse a range of patient conditions and act appropriately.
Maintaining high standards of patient care by personal example and professional conduct.
Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy Planning and organising Responsible for prioritising own workload.
As Shift Leader be responsible for discharge planning, liaising with Social Services and for organising safe and effective handover of patients.
Actively contribute and participate in the Trusts clinical governance agenda.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £ This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Person Specification assessment Essential Read JD Desirable Read JD and advert / Discussed with WM?
questions Essential experience Desirable Tracheostomy, NIV, BIPAP, Chest drain, oxygen therapy experience Assessment Essential Welcoming and approachable Desirable communication skills Assessment Essential NMC registered Gastroenterology interest Basic computer skills Team player Dynamic Desirable Above