Job Description

Exciting Opportunity for Band 5 RN's to join the passionate nursing team on the Acute Assessment Unit (AAU) with an integrated Medical Day Case Unit (MDCU), and rotation into a newly opened purpose built Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC).



Are you ready to take your acute nursing skills to the next level? Are you passionate about delivering high-quality, patient centred care in a fast paced and dynamic environment?



These acute areas are perfect for nurses looking to broaden their acute care experience, develop rapid assessment and clinical decision-making skills, and be part of a forward thinking team driving urgent and emergency care transformation.

What You'll Gain:

Enhanced clinical assessment and decision making skills



Experience working in high acuity and fast turnover environments



Exposure to a wide range of medical conditions and treatment pathways



Opportunities to work alongside a dynamic multi-disciplinary team



A supportive environment that encourages learning, mentorship and professional growth

Who We're Looking For:

Enthusiastic, adaptable and compassionate band 5 nurses



Excellent communication and teamwork skills



A commitment to high standards of care and a positive patient experience



A willingness to learn



Clinical Assessment and Care Delivery



Undertake comprehensive assessments of acutely unwell patients on arrival



Initiate and deliver evidence-based care, including administration of medications



Prioritise care needs using clinical judgement and early warning scoring systems



Support rapid turnover of patients through timely interventions and safe discharge or admission planning



Collaborative Multidisciplinary Working



Liaise effectively with doctors, ACP's, therapists and discharge teams



Participate in board rounds, contributing nursing insights to clinical decision making



Escalate concerns appropriately and advocate for patients in need of urgent care



Patient Experience and Communication



Provide clear explanations and emotional support to patients and families



Ensure patients understand their treatment plans, discharge advice and follow-up arrangements



Maintain dignity, respect and confidentiality at all times



We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.



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.



Working for our organisation



At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. 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.



Candidate Pack https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/



To function within the team providing acute assessment and treatment to unwell adults in the AAU, MDCU and SDEC. Including:



Providing high quality evidence based clinical care to patients in line with the trust values and in accordance with professional regulations



Working with others to protect and promote 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



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