Staff Nurse

Job overview

Band 5 Experienced Staff Nurse – Adult

Croydon are seeking EXPERIENCED Band 5 nurses to complement our medical and surgical clinical teams.

Candidates need to have a minimum of 18 months post registration experience in the acute hospital setting and should have completed their preceptorship.

To be successful in your application, you must live the Croydon values of Compassionate, Professional Respectful and Safe

• Hold a current registration with the NMC
• Demonstrate a minimum 18 months experience and up to date knowledge of care, supported by relevant post-basic studies/qualification.
• Display good interpersonal skills and ability to instruct and demonstrate care activities.
• Have sound knowledge of care planning and its practical application.

Please note this advert is for nurses who are currently residing and have the right to work in the UK – if you are interested in applying as an international candidate, please contact Capital Nurse. This advert is not open to student nurses.

This is NOT an open day and only those shortlisted will be invited to attend an interview.

These roles are full time (approx. 37.5 hours per week) and we require individuals who are able to work a mix of day, nights, weekends and public holidays.

Interview dates: Thursday 10^th and Friday 11^th April.

Main duties of the job

The post holder has responsibility for the provision of competent professional nursing care, to meet with individual needs of the designated patient population.

The post holder will be accountable for the delivery of such care to a specific group of patients, and take charge of the ward / department on a regular basis.

The post holder will organise own time and that of junior staff, delegating to junior staff and learners, and participating in teaching and education programmes for staff and patients.

Working for our organisation

Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We’re also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people’s homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.

Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.

If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that’s making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you’re looking for.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document (Job Description) which contains more information about the role.

Please view the job description for further information

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with active NMC registration
• 18 month minimum post registration experience
• Demonstrates understanding of NMC Code of Professional Conduct
• Demonstrates up to date continuous professional development

Knowledge and Experience

• Awareness and understanding of current acute health issues
• Experience of working in an acute hospital setting
• Demonstrates sound knowledge of infection control standards
• Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality

Skills

• Proficiencient in dispensing and administrating oral & IV medication
• Able to manage a deteriorating patient
• Completed preceptorship
• Able to manage patients emotional needs and demonstrate empathy and caring
• Ability to lead a team/shift
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal)

• Experience in supervising and assessing others

Personal Qualities

• Practical decision-making skills
• Sound judgement
• Effective problem solving
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
• Ability to work rotating shifts