Staff Nurse

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

Job
Full-time
Junior & Mid Level
Healthcare
Liverpool

AI generated summary

You must have paediatric surgical knowledge, strong communication skills, ability to assess and implement care, uphold NMC standards, and advocate for patients and their families.
You will assess and implement holistic patient care, ensure compliance with safety standards, maintain accurate records, advocate for patients, and uphold high clinical practice standards.

Requirements

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic staff nurse to join our busy Surgical Day Case ward, located in the main hospital.
The post holder is responsible for the pre- and post-operative care in Surgical Day Care and Surgical Admission Lounge. Assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care in the ward.
The primary focus of the post is to ensure that all patients and families receive high quality patient centered care, reflecting the Trust objectives, values and vision.
At all times the practitioner will act as an advocate for patients and families, and will be a front-line advocate for the Trust.
To provide effective clinical and leadership for their designated area of responsibility, ensuring that high standards of clinical practice are adhered to at all times.
They will have extensive knowledge of paediatric surgery –pre- and post-operative care and be actively involved in the teaching and assessing of junior staff in line with current National and local standards and best practice.
They will be responsible for their own professional conduct in line with NMC Code of Conduct. They will adhere to and understand all Trust and local policies and procedures.
You will need to have excellent communication skills, be well organised and able to respond to the various demands of the role. A training and development programme is offered.
PREVOUS ALLPICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
Accurately assess, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the holistic pre and post -operative care needs of patients using an extensive knowledge base and range of skills within the SDC/SAL department.
Deliver excellent standards of clinical practice to all patients and support colleagues to deliver the best possible outcomes and experience for patients.
Act as patient’s advocated and ensure patients’ wishes, choices and beliefs are taken into account in the decision making process as necessary in collaboration with the family.
Using evidence based best practice maintain safe and effective patient care, ensuring that working practices conform to local and national policies and procedures
Act as a clinical reference point and subject matter expert for designated area of responsibility.
Ensure the WHO safety; checklist is completed for every theatre list and patient undergoing a surgical or anaesthetic procedure.
Develop and maintain local and national standards and ensure practice is evidence based.
Maintain accurate and legible records of care in line with Trust policy and NMC Code of Conduct.
Be involved in monitoring and promoting high standards of care, including audit of quality indicators, and devising action plans to address any deficits identified.
Maintain a culture in which infection control is intrinsic to care delivery, and is monitored in line with Trust policy.
To ensure knowledge of the current national and local regulations.

Responsibilities

Accurately assess, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the holistic pre and post -operative care needs of patients using an extensive knowledge base and range of skills within the SDC/SAL department.
Deliver excellent standards of clinical practice to all patients and support colleagues to deliver the best possible outcomes and experience for patients.
Act as patient’s advocated and ensure patients’ wishes, choices and beliefs are taken into account in the decision making process as necessary in collaboration with the family.
Using evidence based best practice maintain safe and effective patient care, ensuring that working practices conform to local and national policies and procedures.
Act as a clinical reference point and subject matter expert for designated area of responsibility.
Ensure the WHO safety; checklist is completed for every theatre list and patient undergoing a surgical or anaesthetic procedure.
Develop and maintain local and national standards and ensure practice is evidence based.
Maintain accurate and legible records of care in line with Trust policy and NMC Code of Conduct.
Be involved in monitoring and promoting high standards of care, including audit of quality indicators, and devising action plans to address any deficits identified.
Maintain a culture in which infection control is intrinsic to care delivery, and is monitored in line with Trust policy.
To ensure knowledge of the current national and local regulations.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Staff Nurse in the Surgical Day Case ward?

The primary responsibilities include pre- and post-operative care, assessment of care needs, developing and implementing care programs, and ensuring high-quality patient-centered care.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have extensive knowledge of paediatric surgery, pre- and post-operative care, and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct.

Is there a training and development program offered?

Yes, a training and development program is offered to support the growth of staff in the role.

What is the patient-to-nurse ratio in the ward?

The job description does not specify the patient-to-nurse ratio, but candidates can inquire during the interview process for more details.

Are previous applicants eligible to reapply?

No, previous applicants need not apply for this position.

What kind of support can staff expect from colleagues?

Staff can expect support in delivering excellent standards of clinical practice and collaboration among colleagues to achieve the best patient outcomes.

How does the Trust address diversity and inclusion in hiring?

The Trust particularly welcomes applications from black and minority ethnic (BME) communities as they are currently under-represented in this area.

Can I contact someone for more information about the job?

Yes, you can contact Carmen Fuster-Perez, the Surgical Day Care Manager, at carmen.fuster-perez@alderhey.nhs.uk or Ext. 2377 for further details or informal visits.

What are the expectations regarding record-keeping?

Staff are expected to maintain accurate and legible records of care in line with Trust policy and the NMC Code of Conduct.

How is infection control managed in the Ward?

Infection control is intrinsic to care delivery, and practices are monitored in line with Trust policy to maintain a culture of safety.

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Alder Hey Children's Hospital provides specialized healthcare services for children and young people, including emergency care, surgeries, and various treatments. Their mission is to deliver outstanding, patient-centered care that enhances the health and well-being of children. They focus on offering high-quality, compassionate, and innovative services to meet the unique needs of their young patients and their families.