Job Overview

Acute Assessment Unit (AAU) is a 25 bedded unit; The AAU team work closely with the Emergency Department to treat a variety of patients in a fast-paced environment with medical conditions.

We have a current patient to nurse ratio of 1:7. AAU also has a 5 bedded Enhanced Care Unit which manages care for Level 2 patients who require NIV and cardiac monitoring.

We are looking for someone to build our team of nurses with a motivated individual who is ready for a challenge.

We endeavour to provide our patients with a high standard of patient care and require someone with excellent clinical and communication skills.

Successful applicants would act as a role model for the team and provide support to both senior and junior members of staff whilst sharing knowledge and experience to help develop others.

You will be required to work a variety of shifts and flexibility is required to cover a 24/7 service.

For further information contact Ward Manager Jessica Groves 01534 442812

Job Purpose

This role operates across a range of clinical areas within the acute and community services. You will plan and deliver an effective and competent level of care, be fully aware of the needs of the patients and drive the standard in patient care.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across other department to ensure the continuity in patient care, acting as a role model for colleuges, patients and relatives.

Supervise the care given by Healthcare Assistants and provide guidance and training as appropriate.

Job Specific Outcomes 1 of 2

The post holder will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the guidelines of the NMC Code (2015) and apply these to maintain trust and credibility with patients, carers and colleagues.

The post holder will keep fully up to date with developments within own professional discipline and maintain an adequate awareness of developments in clinical and nursing practice and will share clinical knowledge and experience.

The post holder will contribute to the development of a philosophy of care which encourages the creation of a therapeutic environment for patients.

The post holder will maintain a professional portfolio which demonstrates the continuing acquisition of skills, knowledge, attitudes, understanding and achievement.

The post holder will co-ordinate the care for specified individual patients or patient groups by consistently compiling care plans which meet identified treatment goals resulting in high quality patient care.

The post holder will demonstrate enhance nursing practice by acquiring knowledge and skills in reading, interpreting and evaluating research to pursue evidence based practice.

The post holder will contribute to setting standards and will maintain standards in the clinical area. The post holder will participate in clinical audit and will enhance nursing care by acting as a role model in terms of own care delivery.

The post holder will demonstrate proficiency in performing investigations and treatment in accordance with defined standards.

He/she may be required to act in the capacity as an independent and supplementary prescriber within specific clinical areas agreed by the organisation.

The post holder will demonstrate effective infection prevention and challenge poor practice.

The post holder will consistently provide high quality advice to patients, carers, colleagues and will act as health promoter, incorporating health promotion themes into nursing practice.

The post holder takes responsibility for the safeguarding and welfare of all children, adults and/or families within their care and contact. He/she shall be aware of and comply with all safeguarding polices and procedures

Job Specific Outcomes 2 of 2

The post holder will maintain accurate patient documentation and produce high quality patient information.

The post holder will demonstrate the ability to lead and direct the team when required to do so.

He/she will work collaboratively as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, demonstrating well established networks and developing team building skills.

The post holder will understand and promote team goals and will demonstrate effective supervision of junior staff.

The post holder will seek opportunities to develop knowledge, skills and experience and will participate constructively in Performance Review and Appraisal System, taking responsibility for lifelong learning.

The post holder will assist junior staff to identify and meet learning objectives by using the principles of teaching and learning.

The post holder will make a significant contribution to the overall physical environment and also contribute to the development of the Risk Management Plan for the area.

Qualifications

1 st Level Registered Nurse with NMC Registration- Essential 

In possession of or commitment to work towards a level 2 vocational award in health and social care Teaching and Mentorship qualification- Desirable 

Knowledge

2 Years Post qualification experience working across general nursing.

Thorough knowledge of NMC Code (2015)

General skills / attributes

Excellent communications and team working skills Basic Keyboard skills

Experience

2 Years Post qualification experience working across general nursing- preferably acute medicine 

Thorough knowledge of NMC Code (2015)