Critical Care Nurse – Band 5 Specialist Care

EAST LANCASHIRE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Critical Care Nurse to assess and develop care plans for critically ill patients. The ideal candidate must have postgraduate experience in critical care and complete a Critical Care course. This full-time role involves effective communication with patients and relatives, monitoring patient conditions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must hold appropriate UK professional registration with the NMC. Competitive salary based on NHS banding and working hours apply.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate experience in critical care is essential.
• Completion of a Critical Care course is required.
• UK professional registration (NMC) is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assess care needs and develop patient care plans.
• Apply competency in Critical Care Band 5 standards.
• Monitor and prioritize changes in patient conditions.
• Ensure effective communication with patients and relatives.
• Organize transport for off-unit procedures.

Skills

Critical care expertise

Patient assessment

Effective communication

Education

Completion of a Critical Care course

Appropriate UK professional registration (NMC)

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Critical Care Nurse to assess and develop care plans for critically ill patients. The ideal candidate must have postgraduate experience in critical care and complete a Critical Care course. This full-time role involves effective communication with patients and relatives, monitoring patient conditions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must hold appropriate UK professional registration with the NMC. Competitive salary based on NHS banding and working hours apply.