ICU Staff Nurse

Job Description

***ICU Registered Nurses - South Yorkshire***Could you bring your valued ICU experience as a Registered Nurse to support patients across a choice of Trusts in South YorkshireHere at NHS Professionals, were with you. When you want to work. How you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle.Who are we looking forWe are looking for experienced Registered Nurses in ICU to join the NHS Professionals staff bank, to support a wide range of flexible shifts covering days, nights, and weekends.Pay Rates*:Days: £16.13 per hourSaturdays/Nights: £20.97 per hourSunday/Bank Hols: £25.80 per hour*Pay rates may vary depending on Trust, experience, any incentives that are running, and are subject to change.Supporting our NHSNot only are we with you, but were also helping to support our NHS. As winter draws ever closer, demand for additional support in our NHS is increasing. Everyones efforts are truly appreciated, whether you can work a small number of shifts or longer-termblock bookings, we have a wide range of shifts through the bank available to suit you.What will be your main responsibilitiesThe role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the following:

• Assessing and monitoring patient conditions
• Checking symptoms and vital signs and arranging diagnostic tests
• Recognising, responding to, and managing emergency situations
• Supporting, advising, and educating patients and their families
• Plan, deliver and evaluate standards of evidence-based nursing care
• Administering intravenous drips or different types of medication
• Recognising deterioration in the physical or mental condition of a patient and taking appropriate action / escalation
• Checking and using specialised equipment such as monitors and ventilators
• Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations
• Recognising limitations and escalating concerns
• Assisting in the development of new staff, students, and colleagues
• Working as an effective team member and promoting team and interdisciplinary relationships

To apply for this post, you will/have:

• A minimum of 6 months paid experience in ICU within the last 2 years
• Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
• Undertake nursing assessment and evaluation to enable development of appropriate plans of care based on the needs of the individual
• Be able to work under own initiative and without direct supervision
• Be proficient in the delivery of care to patients
• Ensure safe administration of drugs in accordance with NMC and CHS policies
• Ensure accurate records are kept in accordance with CHS policy and NMC guidelines
• Carry out nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and standards
• Undertake regular mandatory training*

*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.In return for your hard work and commitment, NHS Professionals (NHSP) offers you some fantastic benefits:

• Competitive pay rates - work this week, get paid next week!
• First choice of shifts or placements at your Trust- access before they are made available to agency
• Varied working options to suit your lifestyle- access to the Bank gives you options of ad hoc shifts or fixed term placements
• Training and development opportunities
• Build holiday allowance for every shift you work
• Manage your shifts and timesheets on the go- access your "My Bank" shift portal anywhere, anytime online or through your smartphone
• Essential support when you need it - 24/7 365 days -Call us anytime
• Stakeholder pension scheme available

Who are NHS ProfessionalsWe are owned by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), running Englands largest NHS staff bank, with over 50 client Trusts. We specialise in flexible working, which means giving our members greater access to shifts, in line with their qualificationsand training. Every year we help thousands of dedicated candidates and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, access to more shifts and a healthier work-life balance, giving more choice and control to our members.Right now, we have members across England registered on our bank from various roles, grades, and specialities, saving the NHS millions each year. This money is then reinvested back into the NHS to provide better patient care.ApplyBy joining us today, you can start looking forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in a number of wards or areas.DisclaimerAs an equal opportunities organisation, NHSP is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective bank members and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race orethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, or marriage and civil partnership. We believe there is a strong case for the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda and we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a range of backgrounds toapply.Please note that you will be contacted via e-mail throughout the recruitment process, so please check your e-mails regularly.We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.