Staff Nurse

Job overview We are looking for a new or experienced nurse to join our OUTSTANDING Bryning / Medical Day Unit (MDU) team at Homerton. The Trust was rated outstanding by CQC in 2020 and are proud of the standards we maintain across our services. Our team consists of a strong nursing and clinical ethos around patient‑centred care, safety and teamwork. Medical Day Unit is an ambulatory state of the art unit that operates from Monday to Friday. Our patients consist of general haematology, haemoglobinopathies, rheumatology and gastroenterology. The Unit also works in conjunction with the Bryning Unit, which is a Geriatric Day Unit. It provides staff with a great opportunity to learn and develop their clinical, nursing and leadership skills. The unit is a friendly environment with opportunities to learn from varying specialties and has its own Matron and CNS that support clinically. You will be placed on a supportive and structured education and training pathway, centred on reflective supervision, clinical skills, research and leadership. We can offer you : Dedicated Preceptor / Buddy on your unit with a supportive supernumerary period Mentoring from a senior nurse, Band 6 and above across the organisation to discuss your career at regular intervals. Education and development to enhance your clinical skills. Opportunity to apply for a fully funded postgraduate training, including specialising in your clinical area. We also welcome nurses from a community or nursing home background. Main duties of the job Practice within a team of nursing staff, and act as a named nurse for a group of patients: assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating their care needs. Work without direct supervision and collaboratively with the MDT. Be exposed to multiple specialties and day‑case procedures in Haematology, Gastroenterology, Rheumatology and Geriatrics. Experience in haematology and rheumatology patients is an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided. Be competent in cannulation and venepuncture within one month of appointment (training will be provided). Be trained on the Automated Red Cell Exchange Transfusion (ARCET) procedure. Working for our organisation Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high‑performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond. We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. The Trust also manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home. Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times. We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly. Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well‑regarded and valued nursing community. Person specification Essential criteria Registered Nurse. The ability to effectively function as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. The ability to assess patients, develop, implement and evaluate a plan of care. The ability to communicate effectively and prioritise own workload. Experience of working within a hospital setting. Understanding of confidentiality issues. Demonstrate an understanding of the Trust Values. General guidance for applicants We are committed to achieving equality and inclusion at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and we respect and value the diversity and differences of our patients and our people, ensuring everyone is enabled to thrive, feels a sense of belonging, and is able to be their authentic self. We offer a range of flexible working options that enable you to balance your work and personal life, including part‑time, compressed hours, remote working and job‑shares. We are committed to equal opportunities and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr