Band 5 Staff Nurse (Acute Medicine) | Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Swindon

Previous experience of working as a Band 5 Staff Nurse in a UK (Acute) Hospital setting is essential for this role. Interviews will be held face-to-face.

Are you a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse looking to develop your career in acute medicine? We are seeking enthusiastic Band 5 Registered Nurses to join our dynamic 34-bedded Linnet Acute Medical Unit (LAMU). This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment delivering high-quality care to patients with a wide range of acute medical conditions.

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of high quality care to a defined patient group either within the acute hospital or community based setting. They are responsible for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of evidence based individualised patient care within the boundaries of their role. The post holder will contribute to the continuing development of standards of care including developments of nursing standards and monitoring of outcomes. The post holder will be expected to continue with their own professional development.

Plan, deliver and evaluate compassionate nursing care to meet the patients' individualised activities of daily living and health needs. Ensure the highest standards of care and safety are maintained. To support the nurse in charge with the day to day planning, the delivery of a high quality nursing service and the continuous improvement of that service. To ensure effective communication is achieved and maintained of sensitive information, with regard to the patient assessments and clinical details.

To act as a role model, ensuring high quality, professional standards are maintained and delivered at all times. To document observations, assessments, results, decisions and actions effectively in patient’s notes and communicate these effectively to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team and, as appropriate, to carers. Provide legible and comprehensive patient records to agreed Trust and NMC standards and guidelines.

To develop and maintain effective communication links with all levels of staff within the Trust and external agencies. To participate in the audit cycle of clinical practices and procedures including infection prevention & control initiatives. Assist in the monitoring and protecting of groups and individuals whose health and well-being may be at risk e.g. vulnerable adults. Promote and maintain the dignity and privacy of patients at all times.

To participate and contribute appropriately in research, service modernisation, clinical governance and National Service Frameworks. To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge and accountability, clinical skills, competencies and professional awareness in accordance with re-evaluation requirements and to maintain a professional portfolio with evidence of reflective practice. Actively encourage service users & carers for feedback and work with the outpatient team to develop action plans to address issues.

To promote best practice and monitor support workers' practice. To assist in the orientation and support of new staff and students to the unit, working together as a team. To act as a role model and promote the Trust’s STAR values.