Overview
So, you're eager to learn more about Registered Nursing opportunities within our vascular department at North Bristol NHS Trust. Here are some of the reasons we're unique…
Opportunities
* Experienced Registered Nurses with current NMC Registration
* Newly Qualified and Newly Qualifying Nurses
Responsibilities
* Organising and participating in the delivery of high standards of evidence-based nursing care.
* Carrying out planned direct patient care to a high standard without direct supervision, in accordance with established nursing procedures and policies.
* Contributing towards health promotion for all patients by providing education, support and advice as required, ensuring referral to appropriate professionals or agencies as needed.
* In the absence of senior staff, delegating and supervising appropriate work to other qualified staff, healthcare support workers and students.
* Co-ordinate discharge planning in partnership with the multidisciplinary team where relevant.
* Report significant changes in a patient\'s condition or situation to the appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team.
* Take responsibility as a team leader for the delivery of care in a defined area.
* Ensure safe ordering, administration and custody of patients\' medication according to Trust policies and procedures.
* Be responsible for emergency situations and be familiar with emergency procedures including fire and resuscitation; supervise junior staff accordingly when needed.
* Contribute to health promotion for all patients by providing education, support and advice and ensure appropriate referrals.
* Be responsible for admitting, assessing and preparing patients undergoing treatment or investigations where relevant.
* Escort patients to other wards or departments as required.
* Act to ensure that patients are treated with courtesy, their individual needs are respected and confidentiality is maintained at all times.
* liaise effectively with other disciplines or departments as appropriate.
* Be able to act in emergency situations in line with Trust policy and assist with the supervision of junior staff during these events.
* Ensure readiness for use of special equipment and availability of nursing supplies in conjunction with senior ward nurses.
* Report and document any broken or damaged equipment according to Trust policy.
* Monitor stock levels and promote efficient use of supplies.
* Assist with ward administration and sickness reporting to maintain skill mix.
* Coordinate with the multidisciplinary team to support discharge planning where relevant.
* Be aware of manual handling regulations and ensure patient handling needs are met by junior staff and students.
Working Conditions / Effort
* Staff may be required to work in any Trust site depending on service demands.
* Workloads may be unpredictable; weekend and night working may be required unless otherwise arranged.
* Walking or standing for the majority of shifts; manual handling of loads and patients using appropriate aids.
* Potential contact with blood and bodily fluids; handling distressed or challenging patients and relatives as needed.
* Ability to concentrate and manage multiple tasks and delegation during shifts; respond quickly to emergencies.
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialties. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups. Bristol is consistently voted the best place to live in the UK, with vibrant local music, arts and gastronomy, and a wide range of facilities. If you prefer country living, our Trust is also commutable from North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and South Wales (e.g., Portishead or Chepstow). For band 5 Registered Nurses and ODPs, relocation support may be available. Please email Nursing@nbt.nhs.uk for more information.
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