HDU Staff Nurse

Job summary

The post holder will work autonomously within the two bedded level 2 High Dependency Unit facilityRecent critical care experience or equivalent is desirableHDU / Critical Care certificate is desirableCurrent UK NMC registration is essentialFull training / induction period will be given

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated and forward thinking individual who will be passionate and committed to delivering excellent standards of clinical care and patient experience

The post holder will be an ambassador for the 6 C's culture for compassionate care - Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Commitment and Courage

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work autonomously within the two bedded level 2 High Dependency Unit facility

Recent critical care experience or equivalent is desirable

HDU / Critical Care certificate is desirable

Full training / induction period will be given

About us

Liverpool Women's NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

At Liverpool Women's Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.

We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes usthespecialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

For roles at Liverpool University Hospitals, visit their careers page.

UKVI guidelines prohibits sponsorship for all Band 2 posts. Guidelines state that many non-clinical posts are not eligible for sponsorship. Please use UKVI guidance on Skilled Worker Visas to determine your eligibility for sponsorship if you were to gain a conditional offer for this role.

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Job responsibilities

Assist with the clinical management of patients within HDU

Maintaining high standards of clinical practice and promoting the philosophy of patient and family centred care

Ensuring effective communication is maintained at all times

Provide clinical support and knowledge to patients and their families

To promote collaborative working partnership and effective communication between all members of the multi-disciplinary team

Act as an effective role model and demonstrate organisational leadership skills,acting up for senior staff during their absence in the clinical area

Contribute towards developing and maintaining a suitable and stimulating learning environment for ongoing professional development of all staff and students within the unit

To support the HDU Manager and Matron in the establishment of a good working atmosphere and in making the most efficient and effective use of all resources, to the benefit of the service and the Trust

To develop links with all care agencies to facilitate seamless care delivery

Promote health and wellness through practice and education of patients, relatives,carers and staff

Full job description attached

Person specification

Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes

Essential

• Highly developed physical skills, accuracy important, manipulation of fine tools, materials
• Communicates articulately and sensitively
• Basic IT Knowledge and or qualification
• Demonstrates effective team working
• Organisational & prioritising skills
• Safe use of equipment
• Knowledge of infection control policy and processes
• Promote positive reporting culture for incidents/ ACE's

Qualifications & Learning

Essential

• RGN Educated to diploma/ degree level or equivalent
• Mentorship in Practice/ ENB998 or equivalent

Desirable

• ENB Critical care/ HDU course or equivalent desirable

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate an ability to work within HDU

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Flexibility and adaptability
• Awareness of regulatory bodies & requirements.