Job summary
- Main area
- Staff Nurse
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 374-LVBDA064-A
- Employer
- East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Eastbourne DGH
- Town
- Eastbourne
- Salary
- £28,407 - £34,581 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- Today at 23:59
Employer heading
Staff Nurse- Infusion Service
NHS AfC: Band 5
We are proud to provide ‘Outstanding’ care and be a great place to work.
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £568 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive health services are provided by over 7,000 dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people’s own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as ‘Good’ overall, and ‘Outstanding’ for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated ‘Outstanding’ and Eastbourne DGH was rated ‘Good’ Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.
In the summer of 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious ‘Building for our Future’ (BFF) programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to redevelop and expand our hospitals at Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job overview
The Infusion unit is a Nurse led unit which facilitates the administration of biologic therapies and other medications which require IV access to our community of patients suffering from chronic conditions, therefore preventing hospital admissions.
We are a dynamic team, currently undergoing a service expansion providing our service over 7 days including some bank holidays. The service provides treatments for all areas of specialist medicines.
The team is active in research studies providing CPD and development opportunities as well as supporting Junior Doctor placements and college students which provides variety to the role and encourages the development of mentorship and leadership skills through cohesive working and learning.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a motivated full time staff nurse (part time possible) to join our team based on the Infusion Unit. You will be well supported in the transition, with full training to take on the expectations of the unit. You will be adaptable to change and bring your own unique innovation and passion where your ideas will be listened to and incorporated into the daily running and evolution of the service.
Applicants need to be hard working and enthusiastic, with a willingness to learn. Cannulation and venepuncture is a necessary skill as its part of our daily routine.
In return for your hard work and dedication, East Sussex Healthcare Trust offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development as well as a personal induction programme.
Working for our organisation
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at EDGH and Conquest, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available from only £30 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Evidence of diploma level / degree level study
- Registered General Nurse on the NMC register
- Evidence of continual professional development
Desirable criteria
- EDCL Qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Generic pre-registration experience in a care environment
- An understanding of the NHS
- Ability to undertake further training and development
- Knowledge of quality, audit and research
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience of chosen speciality
- Previous experience of working in a hospital setting
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kelly Mintrim
- Job title
- Service Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0300 131 4500
- Additional information
Contact telephone number: 0300 131 4500 EXT 771434
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