Job overview

We are looking for proactive, eager to learn Nurses who want to develop the exceptional skills and knowledge required to care for critically ill patients in our Intensive/High Dependency Units.

East Sussex Healthcare Trust has 2 Critical Care units:  We are currently recruiting for Conquest which comprises of 6 ITU & 5 HDU beds.  Critical care bed capacity will be increasing this year. 

You will need to have the minimum of six months acute hospital experience.

Are you committed to delivering high standards of nursing care, enjoy a challenge, like working with a like-minded team of individuals? If so, we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As a Staff Nurse you will be responsible for providing individualised nursing care to critically ill patients as part of our multidisciplinary team. The care required reflects a holistic approach emphasising the unique and often complex needs of both the patient and their loved ones. 

Our nurses are supported by a Practice Educator and  clinical skills facilitator. We provide an environment conducive to professional and personal development for all disciplines of staff.  In order to fulfil the job role, achieve the essential competencies and meet service needs, successful candidates will be required to work day and night 11.5-hour shifts on internal rotation.  

You will have the opportunity to work in both units developing different skills and experiences. Internal ESHT applicants are welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year. 

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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