Job summary
- Main area
- Critical Care
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- 9 months (Fixed Term Contract/Secondment)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Internal rotation)
- Job ref
- 279-7534998-OCT25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- St Richards Hospital
- Town
- Chichester
- Salary
- £31,049 - £37,796 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 08/11/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Staff Nurse
Band 5
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form: https://apps.trac.jobs/accessibility?_ts=1
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can’t be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
To assess, plan, and evaluate evidenced based nursing care for the critically ill patient, under the supervision of a senior nurse. Act as a role model for other team members and provide specialist knowledge within critical care. You will work as part of a team supporting and developing colleagues by mentoring and assessing their skills.
Main duties of the job
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Provide high quality evidence based clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations
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Work with others to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those in your care, their families and carers, and the wider community
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To work in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines
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To act as a role model communicating in line with Trust values, with patients, carers and staff at all times.
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Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge, recognising and working within the limits of your competence.
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Take every opportunity to continue to maintain and develop your own practice.
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Facilitate students and others to develop their competence through supervision, teaching and role modelling.
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Protects patient confidentiality and acts according to the Data Protection Act
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Provide high quality evidence based clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations
-
Work with others to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those in your care, their families and carers, and the wider community
-
To work in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines
-
To act as a role model communicating in line with Trust values, with patients, carers and staff at all times.
-
Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge, recognising and working within the limits of your competence.
-
Take every opportunity to continue to maintain and develop your own practice.
-
Facilitate students and others to develop their competence through supervision, teaching and role modelling.
-
Protects patient confidentiality and acts according to the Data Protection Act
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- 1st level RN UK NMC Registered
Desirable criteria
- Adult Critical Care Course
- 1st degree or willingness to undertake
- Teaching and Assessing course or equivalent
- ALS/ILS
- Aims course or equivalent
Knowledge and experience
Essential criteria
- Previous experience of work in an acute NHS hospital setting
- Record of continuing professional development
- Evidence of knowledge of current issues in professional practice
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience within a Critical Care area
- Team leading experience
- Certificate for IV administration
- Knowledge of relevant research
Skills
Essential criteria
- Computer literacy and keyboard skills
- Demonstrates good verbal and written skills
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Daisy Hetreed
- Job title
- Critical Care Unit Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01243788122
- Additional information
Critical Care
St Richards Hospital
Chichester
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