Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our friendly team in the Cardiac Day Unit.The unit is expanding and this is an exciting time to join in the development of the existing 6 bedded Cardiac Day Unit with a new radial lounge and two Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratories, where a wide range of procedures are performed including primary angioplasty.
You will be enthusiastic, well motivated and friendly with a genuine interest in cardiac nursing. This position will involve working with the cardiologists, as well as providing high quality care to both NHS and private patients in the Day unit having procedures such as transoesophageal echo and cardioversions
We encourage and support training and development opportunities to all our staff.
You will be enthusiastic and well motivated and applicants must be able to work the required shift pattern.
Main duties of the job
The post holder works under indirect supervision of the nurse team leader and undertakes tasks and duties delegated by the nurse team leaders or a suitably qualified regulated professional.
They will work collaboratively with the cardiology team to meet the needs of patients, following policy and procedures.
About us
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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.
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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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
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Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Diploma in Nursing
- Registered Nurse (Level 1)
- ENB 998 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- previous experience at band 5
Desirable
- Experience of teaching students, HCA's and qualified staff
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly with patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team in English.
- Ability to write clearly and legibly in English
- Competency in IV drug administration
- Knowledge of the role of a Band 5 Staff Nurse
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act
Desirable
- Computer skills
- Ability to work all shifts including night duty
- Self motivated
- Good time management skills
Special Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to work required shift pattern
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Wycombe Hospital
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
HP11 2TT