Senior Staff Nurse - ITU - London
NHS Jobs London
Job Title: Senior Staff NurseDepartment: ICUReports To: Sister/Charge Nurse Key Dimensions: Direct Reports: Yes Accountable Staff: No Budget Responsibility: No Delegated Budget Responsibility: No Authorized to Reallocate Funds: No Main Purpose of the Role: To provide high-quality, patient-centered care within the ICU, support the day-to-day functioning of the department, and contribute to the professional development of junior staff.
The role also involves liaising with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring that hospital policies and protocols are followed. Principal Duties: Deliver expert, patient-specific care in the ICU. Ensure smooth departmental operations in the absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse.
Mentor and support junior nurses in developing their skills. Take an active role in clinical problem-solving and early intervention. Manage and monitor staffing needs, including staff rota preparation. Collaborate with consultants, patients, visitors, and external departments.Problem-Solving Ability: Manage staffing issues in the absence of senior staff.
Recognize and respond to clinical issues, and escalate as needed. Handle inquiries and complaints with appropriate referral. Address supply discrepancies and efficiently manage resources. Adapt to and appreciate cultural diversity in patient care.Sphere of Influence: Liaison with consultants, staff, patients, visitors, and internal/external departments.
Tactfully represent the hospital and initiate improvements in clinical care delivery. Provide training and support to junior staff.Risk and Responsibility: Maintain high clinical standards in line with NMC and hospital guidelines. Assess, plan, and deliver patient care, while maintaining confidentiality.
Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment. Capture patient revenues and be mindful of budgetary issues. Assist in teaching and mentoring junior staff members. Stay up to date with clinical procedures and maintain accurate records.Skills and Effort: Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Flexible, responsive, and able to work under pressure. Evidence of ongoing professional development and updated clinical skills. Man-management and customer care skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a team.Working Conditions: Exposure to bodily fluids and sharps.
The role also involves liaising with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring that hospital policies and protocols are followed. Principal Duties: Deliver expert, patient-specific care in the ICU. Ensure smooth departmental operations in the absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse.
Mentor and support junior nurses in developing their skills. Take an active role in clinical problem-solving and early intervention. Manage and monitor staffing needs, including staff rota preparation. Collaborate with consultants, patients, visitors, and external departments.Problem-Solving Ability: Manage staffing issues in the absence of senior staff.
Recognize and respond to clinical issues, and escalate as needed. Handle inquiries and complaints with appropriate referral. Address supply discrepancies and efficiently manage resources. Adapt to and appreciate cultural diversity in patient care.Sphere of Influence: Liaison with consultants, staff, patients, visitors, and internal/external departments.
Tactfully represent the hospital and initiate improvements in clinical care delivery. Provide training and support to junior staff.Risk and Responsibility: Maintain high clinical standards in line with NMC and hospital guidelines. Assess, plan, and deliver patient care, while maintaining confidentiality.
Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment. Capture patient revenues and be mindful of budgetary issues. Assist in teaching and mentoring junior staff members. Stay up to date with clinical procedures and maintain accurate records.Skills and Effort: Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Flexible, responsive, and able to work under pressure. Evidence of ongoing professional development and updated clinical skills. Man-management and customer care skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a team.Working Conditions: Exposure to bodily fluids and sharps.
Regular lifting and handling. Other clinical-specific conditions, depending on the area.
Oxleas NHS Foundation TrustLondon
37. 5 hours per week (Term Time Only)
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