We are looking for enthusiastic Band 5 staff nurse who want to join our dynamic and diverse teamfor Acute Medicine (Both Amu 18-35 and AMU 1-17) Mary's Hospital.We are the 'front door' of the hospital and the interface between theEmergency Department and other inpatient ward areas. Working within AcuteMedicine is bothexcitingand rewarding.Theward offersexposure to a diverse group of acutely unwell medical patients, with cardiovascular, respiratory, gastroenterology and chronic health conditions.

The environment provides an exciting opportunity to develop your Acute Nursing Assessment and Care skills within the medical admissions setting.We provide in house training and development that will allow you to enhance your clinical skills and be able to priorities patients' clinical needs.

We offer strong support networks for preceptorship, SSSA assessor and supervisor and professional development to ensure you get the very best from your career with us.It's a chance to develop your skills as part of a highly capable team where you're guaranteed opportunities to learn and develop.We strive for excellence ambition and innovation and we are passionate about thequality ofcare we deliver to our patients.We would love to hear from you if you are an experienced nurse looking for a new challenge ora newly qualified nurse looking for a great start to your career.We currently have vacancies onAcute Medicine.Please state in your personal statements if you have an area of preference.

For an informal meeting and discussion about the posts we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multi-disciplinary team and service users related to the speciality.

To be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of direct patient care with supervision from senior staff.

To support the Charge Nurse/Senior Sister to monitor the safety and quality of care for patients.

In the absence of the Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to be responsible for the day-to-day management of the ward.

To manage a group of Nursing Assistants and assign delegated tasks and responsibility as appropriate.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• A relevant specialist course or equivalent experience , Recognising the deteriorating patient course

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting or equivalent

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Ability to plan and prioritise workload
• Proven communication skills
• Ability to supervise new registered and unregistered staff
• Aware of quality and safety standards and ward audit requirements
• Demonstrates sound knowledge of infection control standards

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London

W2 1NY

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