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Trosolwg o'r swydd

This is an opportunity for a band 5 staff nurse to work in a brand-new modern hospital, The Louisa Martindale Building. We are excited to have  moved into level B8 with our Acute Frailty Area. The new hospital with its spacious bays, side rooms, amazing views of the sea and Downs, allows the best environment to care for our elderly patients.

Caring for short stay elderly patients who are acutely ill, with differing underlying chronic conditions, enables staff to have many learning opportunities. Some patients are diagnosed as ‘frail’ and may have cognitive impairment. 

Applicants will be working our established Multi-Disciplinary teams of Consultant,junior doctors, nurses , physiotherapist, occupational therapist and dedicated flow coordinator who are constantly striving to improve the  care experience for all patients and their relatives.

We hope that this  opportunity is what you are seeking. If this interest you and you have the passion to deliver excellent care to our patients, we would love to heard from and look forward to you joining our team. You will be supported by the senior nursing team to develop your skills to become confident, competent and feel fulfilled in your role.

Caring for unwell elderly and frail patients with differing underlying chronic conditions , enable staff to have many learning opportunities. Some patient  may have cognitive impairment. This allows nurses to gain knowledge and understanding of polypharmacy.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

1. Provides effective, safe, evidence based patient care 1n accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct.
2. Adheres to NMC code of conduct.
3. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates individualised evidence based patient care.
4. Works in accordance with ward philosophy and nursing model.
5. Effectively processes admissions & transfers and plans discharges in accordance with UHSussex policy and standards.
6. Actively participates in promotion of education for patients, their relatives and colleagues with consideration to resources available.
7. Ensures provision of all drugs as prescribed in accordance with UHSussex policy, including parenteral administration.
8. Ensures safe practice with regard to moving and handling, SHARPS adheres to trust infection prevention policies including Personal protective equipment (PPE).
9. Provides accurate documentation of patient care in accordance with UHSussex and national policies.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses. 

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.