Band 6 Senior Staff SCRUB Nurse – East Wing Cardiac Theatres

Band 6 Senior Staff SCRUB Nurse – East Wing Cardiac Theatres Overview

A vacancy has arisen for a highly skilled and experienced Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse specializing in cardiac surgery at St Thomas’ Hospital, part of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. This role requires a proactive and self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills and a vision for service improvement. The successful candidate will coordinate and assist in delivering high-quality care to patients during the peri-operative phase.

Main Responsibilities

• Independently manage a group of patients within the cardiac specialty while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide personalized patient care.
• Demonstrate expertise in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
• Administer prescribed medications accurately, including blood transfusions.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies within the specialty, guiding others in appropriate actions.
• Ensure high-quality clinical care and positive patient experiences, respecting their cultural and religious beliefs.
• Provide leadership and support to staff in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of individualized care.
• Accountable for practice in accordance with NMC/HCPC professional conduct codes, continuously seeking to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Deliver safe and effective care for complex patients, performing specialized nursing procedures as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient records and ensure proper handling of body fluids to minimize infection risks.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatment and management of diseases.
• Facilitate a cost-effective specialist service through monitoring, audits, and quality initiatives.
• Identify and address unsafe conditions for patients and staff, reporting issues to the Sister/Charge Nurse.
• Support the learning environment for pre and post-registration learners, contributing to the development of training programs.
• Participate in the Trust’s clinical supervision program and assist in fostering a supportive and challenging culture.
• Act as a mentor and assessor for unqualified staff, providing guidance and support to nursing teams.
• Utilize research findings to enhance patient care and share relevant information with staff.
• Maintain accurate clinical service records while ensuring confidentiality.
• Organize and manage personal workload and caseload, establishing supportive networks for staff.
• Engage in risk assessments and implement strategies to mitigate risks, promoting a no-blame culture for incident reporting.
• Create an environment that encourages effective communication between patients and healthcare professionals.

Qualifications and Experience

• Possess a professional clinical background with specialized training and continuing professional development in the relevant area.
• Hold a post-registration qualification or demonstrate relevant experience and competence in the specialty.
• A BSc or equivalent qualification in a health-related field is essential.
• Previous post-registration experience in the relevant specialty is required.
• Demonstrated competency in managing patients within the specialty and experience in teaching, assessing, and supervising others in a clinical setting.
• Experience in coordinating shifts and working in both paediatric and adult cardiac scrub roles.
• Exhibit specialist expertise supported by theoretical knowledge gained through specialty-specific continuing professional development.
• Stay updated on current clinical and professional issues and evidence-based practices.
• Possess strong communication skills, particularly in sensitive situations involving distressed relatives and terminally ill patients.
• Ability to influence and negotiate effectively with others.
• Demonstrate organizational skills to manage time effectively for oneself and junior staff.
• Understand clinical governance and risk management principles relevant to the role.
• Must be a registered nurse on the NMC register, holding the appropriate level for the specialty.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £47,951 to £56,863 per annum, inclusive of High Cost Area Supplement.
• Permanent contract with full-time working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive and diverse working environment.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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