Surgical High Care Ward Nurse – Dynamic Patient Care

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join Ward 14 - Surgical High Care Unit at Blackpool Teaching Hospital.

You will deliver direct clinical care to surgical patients, perform venepuncture, cannulation, wound care and post-operative management, and work with MDT to ensure high standards of care.

The role offers NHS benefits and a commitment to patient safety and professional development.

Qualifications

• Nurse must be registered and able to work in the NHS.
• Excellent communication skills with patients and MDT.
• Flexible, punctual and patient-centred.
• Ability to prioritise care for varying dependency levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to surgical patients on Ward 14.
• Complete observations and escalate concerns to the nurse in charge.
• Wound care, nutritional support, stoma care and post-operative care.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary team and ensure accurate documentation.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Band 5

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join Ward 14 - Surgical High Care Unit at Blackpool Teaching Hospital.

You will deliver direct clinical care to surgical patients, perform venepuncture, cannulation, wound care and post-operative management, and work with MDT to ensure high standards of care.

The role offers NHS benefits and a commitment to patient safety and professional development.