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Staff Nurse - Acute Frailty Assessment Unit

King's College Hospital, Orpington, Greater London

Staff Nurse - Acute Frailty Assessment Unit

£41956

King's College Hospital, Orpington, Greater London

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 1 Oct | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: aaabb205a55240ed9277b80e8e0ef220

Full Job Description

  • Develop and implement personalized care plans for frail elderly patients.
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring proper documentation.
  • Monitor patients' conditions and report changes to the multidisciplinary team.
  • Collaborate with doctors, therapists, and social workers to provide holistic care.
  • Advocate for patients' needs and preferences, promoting dignity and independence.
  • Provide education and support to patients and their families about care and treatment.
  • Participate in discharge planning to ensure safe transitions of care.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
  • Adhere to infection control protocols and safety standards.
  • Mentor and support junior staff and students in the unit.
  • Engage in continuous professional development to enhance skills in frailty care., We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our Acute Frailty Assessment Unit. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to elderly and frail patients, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
    • Clinical Practice:
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate personalised care plans for frail elderly patients
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring proper documentation
  • Monitor patients' conditions, recognise deterioration, and respond appropriately
  • Perform clinical procedures within your scope of practice
  • Ensure compliance with infection control policies and maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
    • Patient Care and Communication:
  • Provide compassionate, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, and well-being
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and carers, providing education and support about care and treatment
  • Advocate for patients' needs and preferences within the multidisciplinary team
  • Participate in family meetings as required
    • Teamwork and Collaboration:
  • Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, including doctors, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals
  • Contribute to effective handovers and ensure continuity of care
  • Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives
  • Mentor and support junior staff, students, and newly qualified nurses
    • Documentation and Administration:
  • Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date patient records
  • Contribute to discharge planning and ensure safe transitions of care
  • Complete risk assessments and incident reports as required
  • Participate in audits and data collection for service improvement
    • Professional Development:
  • Maintain registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
  • Engage in continuous professional development, keeping up-to-date with current best practices in frailty care
  • Participate in mandatory training and seek opportunities for specialised learning in geriatric care
  • Contribute to the development of policies and procedures within the unit.
    • Quality and Safety:
  • Adhere to all relevant NHS and Trust policies, procedures, and guidelines
  • Participate in clinical governance activities and contribute to maintaining high standards of care
  • Report concerns and incidents promptly, contributing to a culture of openness and learning
  • Support the implementation of evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives.

    Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
  • Degree in Nursing or equivalent
  • Knowledge of the specific needs of frail elderly patients
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
  • Good organisational and time management skills
  • Commitment to patient-centred care and promoting dignity and independence
  • Willingness to engage in continuous professional development.
    • Desirable:
  • Post-registration experience in elderly care, acute medicine, or a related field
  • Additional qualifications or training in gerontology or frailty care
  • Experience with electronic patient record systems
  • Understanding of current issues and trends in frailty care and geriatric medicine.
    • This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated nurse to develop specialist skills in frailty care and make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable patients. Join our team and contribute to shaping the future of elderly patient services in our Trust.

    King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.7 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley., As a Band 5 Staff Nurse in our Acute Frailty Assessment Unit (AFAU), you'll play a crucial role in providing high-quality, compassionate care to our elderly and frail patients. AFAU is a Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service which is a 12 patient assessment space. We offer rapid assessment and care for older adults within a safe and dementia friendly environment. Patients will remain in the unit for no longer than 10 hours and thereafter discharged home with a plan of care or transferred to the relevant ward for further treatment. You'll be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, using your clinical skills and knowledge to assess, plan, and deliver person-centred care. This challenging yet rewarding position offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable patients. Join us in our commitment to excellence in frailty care and help shape the future of elderly patient services., King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible., + Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust's criminal records checking policy + All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role. + Due to a high volume of applications, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. It is therefore recommended that you apply promptly King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Annual Reports and Other Corporate Publications King's Health Partners Academic Health Science Centre Website King's College Hospital is part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre (AHSC), a pioneering collaboration between King's College London, and Guy's and St Thomas', King's College Hospital and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trusts.

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