Staff Nurse - Cardiac Intensive Care

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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Brighton, United Kingdom

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Other

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Job Reference:

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16

Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job overview

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated registered nurses to join our dynamic team dedicated to high standards of patient care.

If you're interested in gaining experience in an intensive care setting, consider joining our nursing team.

Our Cardiac Intensive Care Unit specializes in nurse-led fast-track recovery for elective and emergency cardiac surgery patients undergoing procedures like CABG, valve replacement, and dissection repair. The unit is busy and dynamic, requiring nurses who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. It also supports patients requiring level 3 ongoing critical care interventions post-operatively.

The main responsibilities of the Cardiac Intensive Care Nurse include planning, providing, and evaluating skilled, evidence-based care for critically ill patients under supervision of Band 6 and Band 7 nurses.

We welcome applications from those with UK NMC registration. If you hold an overseas nursing qualification and need sponsorship, please note we are not currently hiring internationally qualified nurses directly.

Main duties of the job

The post holder cares for patients immediately post cardiac surgery in an eight-bed Cardiac Intensive Care Unit. Patients range from critically ill requiring mechanical ventilation and maximum support to those ready for discharge to the ward. The nurse is experienced in critical care, responsible, and accountable for the care of one to two patients.

The role involves initiating, facilitating, and evaluating holistic, evidence-based patient care in accordance with UHS NHS Foundation Trust policies and the NMC code of conduct. The nurse works as part of a team to ensure a safe environment for patients, relatives, and carers. They support shift leaders and supervise junior staff.

We offer an orientation program, a supportive team environment, and support for professional development, including working towards completing an ITU course. We promote continuous learning and personal growth.

Working for our organization

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength. We prioritize patient care, as reflected in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. We value your unique experiences and encourage success through various Staff Networks and support systems. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat patients and staff with compassion and empathy. Our Wellbeing Programme supports staff health. As a leading healthcare research organization, we emphasize learning, teaching, and training to help you grow and develop throughout your career.

We look forward to your application and welcoming you to UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Communication

• Attend unit meetings and team away days to communicate needs and discuss issues with senior staff.
• Support patients, relatives, and friends, with guidance from the shift coordinator.
• Behave consistently with visitors, patients, and the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
• Articulate patient status to the shift coordinator.
• Notify the shift coordinator when assistance or support is needed.
• Maintain effective communication, using tact, diplomacy, and empathy, adjusting as needed.
• Ensure effective multidisciplinary communication within Critical Care and the Trust, involving staff, relatives, and patients.
• Conduct effective shift handovers, communicating relevant details and addressing unprofessional comments.
• Participate in ward rounds, demonstrating knowledge of patient history and clinical events, and presenting information concisely.
• Engage in complex case conferences regarding treatment decisions, including withdrawal of treatment in poor prognosis cases.
• Support families with explanations of medical conditions, providing clear and compassionate information.
• Communicate sensitive information tactfully, including bad news or deterioration, and support relatives through withdrawal of treatment or organ donation processes.
• Recognize and report poor standards of care among the MDT appropriately.

Service Delivery and Improvement

• Assist with clinical research programs.
• Be aware of audit documentation and clinical governance strategies.
• Comply with protocols and ethical/legal responsibilities.
• Collaborate on developing clinical guidelines and competency documents to ensure evidence-based practice.
• Participate in implementing the Trust's Clinical Governance Strategy.

Please see attached Job Description for full details.

Person specification

• NMC registration
• Experience in acute or ward nursing
• Variety of acute nursing experience

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Evidence of ongoing development on equality issues
• Experience championing diversity (as appropriate)

Important information for applicants

Flexible Working: Contact the recruiting manager to discuss options.

DBS Checks: All new employees undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check, with offers made in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Sponsorship options are available for eligible applicants. Visit gov.uk for details.

Closing early: Apply early as the role may close before the deadline if interest is high.