Job description:
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Intensive Care Nurse (ITU /ICU/CCU RGN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive critical care experience, including ICU and hospital medicine, with proficiency in advanced patient assessment, airway management, and complex medical procedures.
Duties
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to ICU patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications via IV infusion and injections, and managing ventilators.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including physical examinations and diagnostic evaluations.
- Perform advanced procedures such as intubation, suturing, catheterization (including Foley and central lines), and tube feeding management.
- Maintain sterile techniques during invasive procedures and ensure infection control protocols are strictly followed.
- Document all patient interactions accurately within electronic health records (EHR systems) such as Epic or Cerner.
- Collaborate with physicians and specialists in trauma medicine, infectious disease care, hospice & palliative medicine, and other disciplines to develop individualized care plans.
- Assist in discharge planning, case management, and coordination of post-acute or home care services.
- Provide education to patients and families regarding treatment plans, medication administration, pain management, and chronic disease management including Alzheimer’s care or dementia care when applicable.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives aligned with NCQA standards and HIPAA regulations.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
- Minimum 6 months of clinical experience in an acute hospital setting (NHS experience desirable).
- Up-to-date mandatory training (e.g., BLS, Manual Handling, Infection Control).
- Right to work in the UK.
Benefits
- Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
- Competitive hourly rates.
- Opportunities to work across multiple NHS Trusts and specialties
- Support with revalidation and professional development
Referral Bonus – £200
If you refer a qualified nurse or prescriber who successfully joins and completes the required hours, you will receive a £200 referral bonus as a thank you
