FAQs
What is the location of the Staff Nurse Band 5 position?
The position is located at Pilgrim Hospital, situated on the outskirts of the market town of Boston in Lincolnshire.
What type of unit will I be working on as a Staff Nurse?
You will be working on the Integrated Assessment Centre, a 24-bed unit that takes medical, surgical, and urological referrals.
What is the daily patient turnover in the Integrated Assessment Centre?
The unit experiences a daily turnover of up to 40-60 patients.
What qualities does the nursing team possess?
The nursing team is described as professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and welcoming, with a strong team atmosphere.
What types of patients will I manage as a Staff Nurse?
You will manage patients arriving from the Emergency Department who require stabilization and first-line treatment following assessment by medical teams.
What kind of training will be provided to Staff Nurses?
Training will be provided both formally and informally, focusing on acute medical emergency care, managing sepsis, and other medical emergencies.
What standards are expected regarding documentation and patient care?
You will be expected to maintain excellent standards of documentation and ensure that your patients' fundamental care needs are met.
What is the vision statement of the Trust?
The vision statement of the Trust is “Outstanding Care Personally Delivered,” aiming for the Trust to be among the best.
What recent improvements have been recognized by the CQC?
The latest CQC report increased the Trust’s ratings for being effective and well-led from ‘Requires Improvement’ to ‘Good,’ while the rating for caring remained ‘Good.’
How does the Trust support work-life balance for its staff?
The Trust is committed to helping staff balance their work and home lives and ensuring they feel supported, valued, and appreciated.