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Job summary

Main area
Diabetes / Endocrinology
Grade
Band 5
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
37.5 hours per week (can be offered as part time , depending on candidate's availability)
Job ref
279-6058619-APR24
Employer
279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Town
Brighton
Salary
£28,407 - £34,581 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
07/05/2024 23:59

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279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust logo

Staff Nurse

Band 5

 About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

 Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First .  In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme  for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. 

 

Job overview

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses. 

An exciting part-time or full-time permanent position opportunity has arisen within within the C5 Acute Medical and Endocrine Ward at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. The role, requires an excellent, keen learner who is credible and up for a challenge in delivering compassionate care that ensures patient safety and dignity.

This will be a great opportunity to work in the most modern building in the NHS. 

Newly qualified welcome!

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of a team to provide an effective, safe environment of care for individual patients, their relatives and carers.

 

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached file for further details in job description and person specification. 

  1. Provides effective, safe, evidence based patient care 1n accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct
  2. Adheres to NMC code of conduct
  3. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates individualised evidence based patient care
  4. Works in accordance with ward philosophy and nursing model
  5. Effectively processes admissions & transfers and plans discharges in accordance with UHSussex policy and standards
  6. Actively participates in promotion of education for patients, their relatives and colleagues with consideration to resources available
  7. Ensures provision of all drugs as prescribed in accordance with UHSussex policy, including parenteral administration
  8. Ensures safe practice with regard to moving and handling, SHARPS adheres to trust infection prevention policies including Personal protective equipment (PPE).
  9. Provides accurate documentation of patient care in accordance with UHSussex and national policies

Person specification

Essential

Essential criteria
  • Registered General Nurse (level 1) Degree level
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Work within codes of practice and according to professional standards and guidelines.
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills.
Desirable criteria
  • Computer literate.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardDisability confident employerStep into healthHappy to Talk Flexible Working

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Tedi Anne Dela Cruz
Job title
Ward Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01273696955
Additional information

ext 67465