Registered Nurse Discharge Lounge

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated, dynamic nurse who can demonstrate commitment to the provision of high-quality person-centred care.

You will be required to be exemplary role models, working collaboratively with senior members of the team, including the ward manager, matron and lead nurse.

As a registered nurse within the discharge lounge responsible to the Nurse coordinator /Senior sister caring for patients and their carer’s, providing high standards of care for patients as part of a multidisciplinary professional team and to be responsible and accountable for the assessment and planning care for designated patients

Contract Hours Available

37.5 hours you will work 3 long days a week and one 4 day week over a period of one month, however we would consider a 34 hour week. This is a Mon-Sunday service

We care for patients with a wide range of health conditions, providing excellent opportunities to develop strong clinical skills, broaden your knowledge, and work closely with a multidisciplinary team.

Your Main Duties Include, Although Are Not Limited To

• Assessing patients and monitoring vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition

Administering medications and treatments including IVs, injections, wound care

Developing and updating care plans based on patient needs and doctor orders

Collaborating with healthcare teams such as allied health and medical professionals, nursing workforce and administration teams.

Operating medical equipment and responding to emergencies when needed

Educating patients and families, including explaining conditions, medications, and home care

Keeping accurate medical records and reports up to date

Advocating for patients considering their safety, comfort, and appropriate care or reasonable adjustments

Why Work With Us?

The Discharge lounge at Torbay Hospital are looking for highly motivated, innovative and experienced nurse to join our team.

Working on the unit is both exciting and challenging. We work closely with all acute adult inpatient wards, Assessment units and the emergency department.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Maxine Drake Job title: Unit manager Email address: maxine.drake3@nhs.net Telephone number: 07787286771

Maxine Drake- Unit Manager maxine.drake3@nhs.net

07787286771