Staff Nurse-visa sponsorship

Employer:University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Position:Staff Nurse

Salary:£31,049 – £37,796 a year 

Job Types: Full-time, permanent

Work location: Worthing

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Emergency Department at Worthing HospitalWe currently see over 100,000 patients per year, with 25% of patients we see being children.

We are also a designated Trauma unitThe Emergency Department consists of 5 adult and 1 Paediatric Resuscitation bays. 30 Major spaces, made up of 20 trolleys and 10 chairs, x2 Rapid Assessment Bays. The ED also has its own mental health area supported by RMNs working closing with the mental health liaison service provided by Sussex Partnership NHS Trust. Worthing ED has a dedicated Paediatric ED, which provides a separate waiting area. A newly opened Front door Urgent Treatment Centre, for the treatment of Minor Injuries and Illness.We are keen to recruit enthusiastic, motivated nurses, who have excellent communication skills and are able to work in a fast paced and at times challenging environment. Applicants should ideally have a minimum of 1 year ED or acute experience but newly registered nurses may be considered.We have an established induction and rotational programme through the department to support you, led by our Team Leaders and Practice Development Team. We follow the RCN National Curriculum and Competency Framework for Emergency Nursing, and are committed to supporting and developing all nurses, in order for each individual to flourish in their role and become confident and proficient Emergency Nurses.

Main duties of the job

● To provide a high standard of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care as required within the Emergency Department.

● To utilise a variety of strategies and communicate effectively with patients and their family/carers.

● Liaise with the MDT, other departments within the Trust and pertinent agencies outside the organisation.

● You will take responsibility for a specific area within the Emergency Department during a span of duty during absence of more senior staff.

About us

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & 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, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.

If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.

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.

Main Duties

● Provide high quality evidence based clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations

● Work 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.

Please see Job Description and person Specification for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Experience

Essential

● RN- Adult, RN-Children

● Knowledge of band 5 role.

● Understanding of accountability and responsibilities.

Desirable

● RN Mentorship course

● Substantial post registration experience

● Evidence of professional development since qualification.

● Venepuncture Cannulation IV Admin

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

● Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

● Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website .

Work Location:in person

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you’re interested in this role, check out more information on the OFFICIAL WEBSITE HERE and apply now!!