Critical Care Staff Nurse, Meridian (exc. Channel Islands)

We are proud to provide'Outstanding'care and be a great place to work.

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.

We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of£700 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.

Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people's own homes.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as'Good'overall, and'Outstanding'for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated'Outstanding'and Eastbourne DGH was rated'Good'Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.

Job overview

There is an opportunity to join the Critical Care team in Eastbourne as a Band 5 Nurse. If you have some acute experience, substantial experience on an acute ward, and you would like a new challenge- then critical care could be for you.

There is a clear education programme and teaching for our new starters. You will given at least 6 weeks supernumerary and once this is completed you have a national workbook called the steps 1 to complete.

During this time you will learn to look after the most critically unwell patients in the hospital. You will be supported by your team leader and practice educator and will have regular support and coaching shifts.

We also have a clinical psychologist cross site who supports our patients, relatives and staff.

Critical Care at Eastbourne District General Hospital comprises of 5 level 3 beds and 3 level 2 beds.

Main duties of the job

To plan, provide and evaluate skilled evidence-based care for the critically ill patient under the supervision of Band 6 and Band 7 critical care nurses. To complete the Network Critical Care Foundation Programme and progress towards the adult Critical Care Course if appropriate

We work closely with our other unit at the Conquest Hospital and cross-site working, at times, is a requirement of the role.

Please see Job Description attached to the advert for full information about the role.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available, including opportunities for staff development, enrolment in the NHS Pension Scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, and access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants, and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health Department, all staff have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available for just£50 per year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust - submit your application today.

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the Job Description attached.

If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• First Level Registered Nurse
• Basic Life Support

Desirable criteria

• Diploma or degree level study.
• ALS course
• Recognised Degree level Teaching and Assessing course
• Recognised Degree level Intensive Care course

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working on general wards as a trained nurse or student.

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience or involvement in research/audit projects.

Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

Our vision is to be:

• The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.

Our mission is to:

• Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.

Our strategic objectives are to:

• Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
• Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients'experiences.
• Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.

Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:

• Safe
• Effective
• Caring
• Responsive and
• Well led

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