Surgical Nurse - SADU

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse for the Surgical Acute Dependency Unit. This position offers a chance to care for patients with complex surgical needs, providing opportunities for professional development and career progression. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a commitment to excellence while assessing and delivering patient care. Training and mentorship will be provided, welcoming applications from newly qualified and experienced nurses alike. This role requires participation in internal rotations and shift patterns.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified nurses welcome; experience in surgical settings advantageous.
• Commitment to the Trust's vision and values.
• Flexibility in shift patterns required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan patient care.
• Support surgical teams effectively.
• Ensure patient safety at all times.
• Contribute to educational initiatives and quality improvement.

Skills

Commitment to patient care

Flexibility

Effective communication

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the Surgical Acute Dependency Unit (SADU) at Frimley Park Hospital.

Our unit provides Level 1 care for up to 8 patients, supporting individuals with a range of complex surgical needs. We welcome applications from newly qualified nurses as well as experienced surgical nurses who are motivated to develop their skills in an acute care environment. While recent experience in a similar setting would be advantageous, this is not essential, as comprehensive training, mentorship, and ongoing support will be provided.

The Surgical ADU cares for patients across a variety of surgical specialties, including Colorectal and Upper GI surgery, Urology, and other specialist services. This diverse caseload offers an excellent opportunity for broad clinical exposure, professional development, and career progression.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to upholding our Trust’s vision and values, including being committed to excellence, working together and facing the future. You will also be expected to show flexibility, including participation in internal rotation and shift patterns, to support safe and effective patient care.

Main duties of the job

• Assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating patient care.
• Supporting surgical teams.
• Ensuring patient safety.
• Contributing to education and quality improvement.

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