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Intensive Care Nurse
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 20 - 32 / Annum
Job Type: Temporary
Location: SP2, Odstock, Wiltshire
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
ob Title: Staff Nurse – Intensive Therapy Unit (ITU)
Band: Band 5
Location: Salisbury District Hospital, Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Department: Intensive Therapy Unit (Critical Care)
Salary: Band 5 – NHS Agenda for Change
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Permanent / Fixed-term (as applicable)
Reports to: ITU Sister / Charge Nurse
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the Intensive Therapy Unit (ITU) at Salisbury District Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your critical care nursing skills within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
Our ITU provides specialist care for patients with life-threatening or complex medical and surgical conditions who require close monitoring and advanced organ support. As an ITU nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes for our patients.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
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Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to critically ill adults in accordance with Trust and NMC standards.
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Undertake comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
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Manage and monitor patients requiring advanced respiratory, cardiovascular, and renal support.
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Administer medications safely, including intravenous therapies and infusions.
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Operate and monitor complex medical equipment, including ventilators, cardiac monitors, and infusion devices.
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Respond promptly to changes in patients’ conditions, escalating concerns appropriately.
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Maintain accurate and timely documentation and patient records in line with professional and legal requirements.
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Support and educate junior staff, students, and healthcare assistants within the clinical area.
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Participate in clinical audits, governance, and quality improvement initiatives.
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Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient working environment, adhering to infection prevention and control policies.
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Engage in ongoing professional development and attend relevant training to maintain competence in critical care nursing.
Person Specification:
Essential Criteria:
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Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.
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Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
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Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, multidisciplinary team environment.
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Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
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Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
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Compassionate, patient-focused approach with attention to detail.
Desirable Criteria:
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Previous experience within an ITU or critical care setting.
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Completion of or willingness to undertake a post-registration Critical Care Course (CC3 or equivalent).
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Mentorship or preceptorship qualification.
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Knowledge of current critical care guidelines and evidence-based practice.
What We Offer:
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Comprehensive induction and preceptorship programme for new starters.
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Opportunities to undertake nationally recognised Critical Care training.
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Regular clinical supervision and mentorship support.
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Access to professional development and continuing education.
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Supportive team culture that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
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Access to the NHS Pension Scheme and a range of staff benefits.
About Salisbury District Hospital:
Salisbury District Hospital is part of the Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, renowned for providing high-quality, patient-focused care across Wiltshire and surrounding areas. The Trust’s ITU is equipped with advanced facilities and a dedicated multidisciplinary team committed to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care to our critically ill patients.
We pride ourselves on our strong learning culture, where nurses are supported to develop their careers in a progressive and innovative environmentBefore You Apply
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