Job Description
We have a fantastic opportunity for a qualified band 5 nurse to join ward 18 Rheumatology team at Stoke Mandeville Hospital. We are a general medical ward, but we occasionally have surgical outliers.
We are currently seeking high calibre staff nurses, who are keen, passionate and motivated individuals to join our busy unit which provides a high stand of patient care and values the 'personal touch' to create the best environment for patient recovery.
Patient Care
Acts at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct, and within the principles of the scope of Professional Practice and ensures other members of the team also work within these.
Maintain professional working relationships with all members of the cardiac team and effectively contribute to the team’s continual development.
Provide nursing assistance to the Medical Team during procedures and
investigations
Undertakes the nursing assessment of the patient including risk assessments e.g. Tissue viability, moving and handling and nutrition
Devise a plan of nursing care based in the nursing assessment, taking into account the medical prescription
Ensures planned nursing care is delivered safely and effectively taking into account the views of the patient and their relatives. Advise on health promotion and the prevention of illness.
Maintains absolute confidentiality in respect of all medical and nursing records and also interpersonal issues with colleagues.
Interpret the significance of the patient’s clinical observations and records and taking appropriate action but ensuring senior nursing staff are kept informed at all times.
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We’re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.