At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dedicated team providing compassionate care for patients with infectious diseases.
- Company: Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, a leading healthcare provider in the region.
- Benefits: Full-time role with excellent preceptorship, career development, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while expanding your clinical skills.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) with a caring attitude and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 29250 - 35750 $ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Infectious Diseases Unit: Medical Directorate at Liverpool University Hospital (New Royal site) for a dynamic, committed, compassionate and highly enthusiastic staff nurse to join a hardworking and close knit team.
The post is for a full time band 5 RN. They will be required to be available to work shifts consisting of long days, early shifts/late shifts and night shifts.
Ward 8D is a 28 bedded infectious diseases ward with isolation rooms managing patients with acute infections such as meningitis, CDT, Influenza, E.coli Bacteraemia's, Urinary Infections, Cellulitis, food-borne infections and tropical infections experienced by returning travellers, as well as chronic conditions such as HIV.
You will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team caring for patients and undertaking delegated tasks from the ward manager/ward sister with the opportunity to improve and expand on your clinical knowledge.
On 8D there is a supportive, friendly team making staff feel valued and motivated. We put patients at the heart of all that we do and work collaboratively to deliver the very best for our patients.
There is an excellent preceptorship programme designed to facilitate efficient development of competence, confidence and expertise. Support will be given at a clinical level by a Preceptor, and from a wider organisational structure including the Preceptorship Lead, Clinical Skills team and Learning and Development.
You must possess a caring, compassionate and positive manner and have excellent communication skills.
Participate in maintaining a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for all patients and carers and maintain agreed standards of nursing care. Determine nursing priorities and plan patient care. Inform the nurse in charge when changes in circumstances may affect patient care. Maintain nursing records in accordance with the NMC and Trust Guidelines. Maintain and improve quality of patient care through contribution to the development of Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking within the unit. Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients. Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs.
Staff Nurse – Liverpool employer: Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With a strong commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services, employees benefit from a supportive work culture, comprehensive training programs, and opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic environment. Located in Liverpool, the Trust offers a unique chance to contribute to the health of a diverse community while enjoying the advantages of working in a reputable NHS organisation.
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Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Recruitment Team
