Staff Nurse

Job overview

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.

We are looking for keen and dynamic registered nurses who have a passion for providing high quality patient centred care on our Emergency floor. If you like no two days the same, then this is the right place for you.

The Emergency Floor has strong nursing leadership in place that consists of a dedicated Band 8 Matron, 5 highly skilled Band 7 department managers as well as 2 dedicated clinical educators and a team on 14 deputy ward managers .

The Emergency Floor at Worthing Hospital provides acute care for patients with Medical, Surgical and Frail Elderly needs in one area. The Emergency Floor has been recognised both nationally and internationally as a department leading the way in the delivery of modern innovative patient centred care. 

Main duties of the job

Providing high quality evidence based clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations 
Working with others to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those in your care, their families and carers, and the wider community.
To work in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines
To act as a role model communicating in line with Trust values, to patients, 
carers and the staff at all times. 
Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior 
nurse in charge, recognising and working within the limits of your 
competence.
Take every opportunity to continue to maintain and develop your own 
practice. 
Facilitate students and others to develop their competence through 
supervision, teaching and role modelling.

Working for our organisation

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. 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To work as part of a team ensuring effective communication with all health 
care professionals within the clinical team and across all disciplines.
Act as a role model within the clinical area.
Adhere to the Trust values in all working relationships to patients, carers and staff.
Teach/assess and facilitate learning for all learners in the ward area, 
particularly students and healthcare assistants having. 
Undertake the Mentorship qualification.
Demonstrate good leadership skills and ensure that communication is 
effective between the patient, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team, and ensure appropriate nursing input into patient care discussions
Ensure communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care, 
including the use of handover and clinical incident reporting if necessary. 
Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with 
patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations and recognising individuality and rights for each patient in line with Trust values.
Work effectively within a multi-racial and cultural environment. 
Service Delivery and Improvement
Take an active role in Risk Management in line with Trust and Directorate 
policy.
Ensure that all patients have appropriate clinical assessments and that 
individual requirements are met.
Report / action any accidents, incidents or undue occurrences reported or 
witnessed
Seek to constantly improve nursing practice in clinical area in line with recent best practice innovations and developments.
Liaise with the managers to ensure the most effective and timely use of 
available beds and most appropriate allocation to manage any possible 
clinical risk.
Work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
To have responsibility for risk management and health and safety in the 
workplace.
Work with the ward manager to ensure infection control procedures and 
cleanliness is observed in the clinical area.
Maintain awareness of evidence base and best practice in nursing care 
ensuring that within the scope of your role you support their delivery. 
Ensure that patient activity is monitored and that all patient information is 
entered into the Careflow/Patient track systems at the most timely point.
Ensure your role has a positive influence on key performance indicators.
Maintain flexibility with staffing rosters so they can be adjusted accordingly to provide cover with the required skill mix, making best use of the resources available. 
Deal with patient/relative complaints proactively. 
Assist in setting ward objectives in line with the Unit, Corporate and national objectives.
Ensure effective staff supervision (including students) when running the ward and maintain productive working relationships within the ward team.
Maintain clinical standards in the absence of the Ward Manager.
To undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager which are 
commensurate with the role, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.
Ensure that open communication occurs within the ward and that all ward staff are briefed on all items of importance for safe and effective management.
To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the teams in 
which he/she works
Ensure that all planning and delivery of nursing care incorporates the Trust 
values and Vision, and reflects best evidence based practice.
Ensure that all patients have appropriate individualised, clinical assessments 
Ensure that all patients/clients’ needs are identified and programmes of care are implemented to meet individual patient and client needs.
Ensure that best practice in care is delivered.
Review the effectiveness of the nursing care provided and initiate any action that may be required
Maintain accurate and effective record keeping
Be responsible for the control and custody of all medication and drugs in 
accordance with Trust Policy.
Ensure effective discharge planning, involving the multidisciplinary team as 
necessary.
To work as part of a team ensuring effective communication with all health 
care professionals within the clinical team and across all disciplines.
Recognise and act on situations that may be detrimental to the health and 
well-being of an individual.
Recognise own limitations and only work within own scope of professional 
practice and competence.
Maintain own professional development.
Teach/assess and facilitate learning for all learners in the ward area, 
particularly students

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

UK NMC registration Evidence meets Trust values

Desirable criteria

PSPA / mentorship Evidence of continuous professional development

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential criteria

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

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