At the Walton Centre Foundation Trust, we are looking to recruit highly motivated, committed Staff Nurses to join our dedicated team. Applicants need current/recent experience in Critical Care and/or Neurosciences. Newly qualified nurses with critical care/acute placement experience are welcome to apply.
Our current Critical Care service has a total of 16 beds.
We seek applicants committed to developing a career in Critical Care, whether they have existing skills or are seeking new challenges and skills development. We welcome applications from newly qualified nurses, provided you have your registration at the time of application and some current acute post-registration experience or demonstrate experience working in a Critical Care Unit during nurse training.
We offer a friendly team environment dedicated to maintaining high standards of care, with a focus on recruiting and retaining a motivated workforce committed to patient-centered care.
Our Practice Educator Team provides training and support, including an excellent induction program aligned with the Critical Care Network Step One competencies, supporting career development.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will perform comprehensive assessments of patient nursing needs to plan, implement, and evaluate care according to healthcare needs.
Provide specialist knowledge and clinical practice assistance with advanced support systems.
Establish and maintain effective communication with patients, staff, and carers/relatives, acting as a positive role model, supervising others, and participating in their education and development.
About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust with dual accreditation for Investors in People, awarded Gold status for both. We are a leader in neurology and neurosurgery treatment and care, placing patients and their families at the core of our work. As the only UK specialist hospital trust dedicated to neurology, neurosurgery, spinal, and pain management services, we are rated Outstanding by the CQC and champion innovation in neuroscience. Established in 1992 and becoming a Foundation Trust in 2009, we employ around 1,450 staff and treat over 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients annually, delivering excellent clinical outcomes nationally and internationally.
Our teams across Fazakerley, Liverpool, provide comprehensive services for neurological injuries and conditions, supporting patients with long-term neurological issues.
Job responsibilities
Please see the detailed job description and person specification document for more information about this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse
* Experience working in Critical Care, HDU, Theatre Recovery, or Acute Care, including pre-registration placements in Critical Care
* Post-registration course in Critical Care and/or Neurosciences
* Continuing professional development evidence
* Post-registration Critical Care / HDU / Theatre Recovery experience
* Basic IT skills
Knowledge & Experience
* Ability to practice within the NMC Code of Conduct
* Knowledge of NHS issues and structure
* Understanding of the Neurosciences Critical Care Unit functions
* Supervisory experience may be expected depending on prior experience
Skills & Attributes
* Good interpersonal skills
* Record-keeping skills
* Teaching ability
* Prioritization and deadline management
* Ability to handle difficult situations
* Time management and organization
* Initiative and willingness to learn
* Awareness of audit & research
* Analytical skills
* Effective communication with patients and relatives of varying understanding levels
Other
* Teamwork and independence
* Effective interpersonal relationships
* Flexibility
* Professional appearance
* Ability to work under pressure
* Punctuality
* Assertiveness and positivity
* Pleasant and caring disposition
* Adaptability to change
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to identify any criminal convictions.
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