Staff Nurse - Critical Care/Intensive Care Unit

Main area Critical Care Grade NHS AfC: Band 5. Contract Permanent. Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Early and late shifts, Long days, Nights, Weekends and Bank Holidays). Job ref 213-NUR-CC-7320021Employer: King''s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Site: King’s College Hospital. Town: London. Salary: £35,964 - £43,780 Per Annum Including High Cost Area. Closing: 14/09/2025 23:59Staff Nurse - Critical Care/Intensive Care Unit

NHS AfC: Band 5

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.8 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.We encourage all our staff to have a healthy work/life balance. In doing so, you can apply for flexible working from the beginning of your employment. We offer a range of options which are designed to suit different circumstances and priorities in line with service requirements.Previous Applicants Within The Last 6 Months Need Not To ApplyJoin the team that sets the standard in excellence — King’s Critical Care is where passion meets purpose. From complex trauma to cutting-edge therapies, no two days are the same.Be part of a supportive, world-class team that champions innovation, compassion, and your professional growth. Ready to level up your nursing career? We welcome you to King’s.We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth and development. You will have access to the latest technologies, equipment, and training programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.What do we offer our nurses?Opportunities to develop knowledge and skills from world leading experts in critical care;Bedside level educational support on shiftCompletion of nationally accredited competency documentsCareer progression including education and specialist rolesBut what if I haven’t worked in critical care before!We are happy to accept everyone with a passion to develop in this exciting field of clinical practice.For more information about nursing careers in King’s Critical Care, please email kch-tr.recruiticu@nhs.netPlease note that these positions require successful applicants to work a variety of day, nights, and weekend shifts.Main duties of the job

Critical Care Nursing is a highly skilled and compassionate healthcare profession responsible for providing specialised nursing care to critically ill patients. Critical Care Nurses play a crucial role in monitoring, assessing, and managing patients with life-threatening conditions.You must be a safe and effective practitioner able to provide high quality nursing care to patients and support to their loved ones within a multi-disciplinary team.You will supervise and develop other members of staff and learners as appropriate and expected to maintain your own personal development with the same support.Particular emphasis is put at Kings on the need to ensure that all staff recognise their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, and patient focused manner.Working for our organisation

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £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.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, minimizing their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.Mandatory vaccination from 1st April 2022, there is a legal requirement for staff who have contact with patients and other service users in England to be fully vaccinated (received both doses of an MHRA approved vaccine). If your role is covered by the regulations, you will be required to provide proof of your full vaccination status as part of your pre-employment checks prior to your start date.Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients, including physical, psychological, and emotional evaluationsMonitor vital signs, administer medications, and assess the response to treatmentUtilise advanced monitoring equipment to observe and interpret patient dataPerform complex medical procedures, such as administering medications, ventilator management, and providing life support interventionsCollaborate with patients, their loved ones, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualised care plans for patientsRespond promptly to changes in patient conditions and initiate appropriate interventionsTo practice within the NMC the Code: Professional Standards (2015) and adhere to this at all timesTo support and assist in the health education of patients and their familiesTo ensure care is delivered in accordance with latest evidence based practice guidelinesAdvocate for patients'' needs and preferences, ensuring their rights and dignity are respectedProvide emotional support to patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating communication between healthcare providers and family membersTo maintain up to date and comprehensive records of care in accordance with NMC and legal requirementsTo support junior colleagues, students, and visitors to the departmentTo demonstrate effective communication and customer care skills with patients and their relatives/carers, thereby acting as a positive role model for nurses and other staffTo act in a professional manner at all timesManage an agreed workload with support from colleagues and senior staff, as appropriateTo ensure that all Trust and local policies, protocols and procedures are adhered to by colleagues as appropriateTo work within and support the multi-disciplinary teamTo maintain effective communication and professional relationships with all areas in the care group and with associated clinical areas within the TrustTo participate with the monitoring of standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the clinical environment and associated areas in the department, and report as appropriateTo share knowledge and skills developed with other members of the multidisciplinaryTeamTo participate in reflection and/or Clinical Supervision sessionsTo take personal responsibility for resource management in line with the sustainability goals for the King’s Green PlanEducation and TrainingStay updated on advancements in critical care nursing through continuous education and professional developmentParticipate in the orientation and training of new staff members, as well as contribute to ongoing staff educationTo assist in the teaching and development of colleagues and studentsParticipate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and contribute to the overall excellence of critical care servicesTo support the use of Trust and local protocols and guidelines to enhance best practiceTo participate in Trust and Divisional initiatives to develop nursing practiceTo achieve a range of clinical competencies as required within the Trust, and local to Critical CareTo maintain your own personal and professional development in accordance with CPD requirements, attending training sessions as requiredTo undergo, and actively participate in, your own yearly performance appraisal.General

The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this postTo observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligationsWe want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care and feels like their contribution is valuable and valuedAt King’s we are a kind, respectful team:

Kind . We show compassion and understanding and bring a positive attitude to our work

Respectful . We promote equality, are inclusive and honest, speaking up when needed

Team . We support each other, communicate openly, and are reassuringly professionalTo observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.All employees must hold an \"nhs.net\" email account which will be the Trust''s formal route for email communicationPerson specification

Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN1) with active NMC registrationDegree or equivalent in relevant field of studyKnowledge and Experience

Recent experience in managing acutely ill patients as a student nurse or staff nurse, and escalating concerns as appropriateInterest and enthusiasm in the development of own knowledge in critical care practiceRecent experience in administering oral and IV medications as a student nurse or staff nurseDemonstrate emotional resilience and empathy in dealing with patients and their families.Experience caring for level 2/3 patients in a critical care settingIMPORTANTCheck your email account regularly as this is how we will communicate with youIf you delete the job from any of your accounts, you may be prevented from accessing further communicationsTo enquire about your application or inform us of any changes in your circumstances, please contact the named person on this advertPlease provide email addresses for referees where possiblePlease review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust’s criminal records checking policyAll staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.King''s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Annual Reports and Other Corporate Publications

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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.Name Sabrina Browne Job title Critical Care Administrator Email address sabrina.browne@nhs.netAdditional informationFor more information about nursing careers in King’s Critical Care, please email kch- t ..... full job details .....