Staff Nurse

Job Description

Join Our Critical Care Team as a Staff Nurse

At University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (UHSussex), we’re committed to delivering outstanding care to our patients every day. If you are a dedicated nurse with a passion for critical care, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive environment. Under the guidance of experienced senior nurses, you’ll help assess, plan, and deliver research-backed nursing care to seriously ill patients. You’ll also serve as an inspiring example to your colleagues, sharing your expertise in intensive care settings and contributing to a collaborative team dynamic. This includes guiding and evaluating the skills of fellow team members through mentoring and hands on support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver top notch, evidence-informed patient care that aligns with our core values and meets all professional standards.
• Collaborate with your team to safeguard and enhance the health of patients, their loved ones, and the broader community.
• Follow all organizational policies, goals, procedures, and local directives to ensure safe and effective practices.
• Lead by example in communication, always embodying our values when interacting with patients, families, and staff.
• Handle assigned tasks or areas as directed by the lead nurse, staying mindful of your own expertise and boundaries.
• Actively pursue ongoing professional growth to keep your skills sharp and up-to-date.
• Support the development of students and peers by offering oversight, instruction, and positive role modeling.
• Uphold patient privacy at all times, adhering to data protection laws and best practices.

About Us

Diversity fuels our success at UHSussex, and we are dedicated to creating an inclusive space where everyone feels valued this is reflected in our ‘Outstanding for Caring’ rating from the Care Quality Commission. Your individual background and insights will enrich our innovative community, where we empower all to thrive. We offer various staff support groups to dismantle obstacles, along with buddy programs for newcomers. As a Level 3 Disability Confident Employer and a Veteran Aware Trust, we are here to help you settle in and excel.
For a deeper dive into what we offer, check out our Candidate Information Pack.

Important Notes

If you’re already employed by another NHS Trust or within UHSussex and interested in this as a temporary secondment, please get approval from your current manager or organization before applying. Without this sign-off, we can’t proceed with a secondment, so consider applying for the fixed-term option instead if needed.

This position qualifies for visa sponsorship through the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route, but only if you satisfy UKVI’s criteria, such as the required skills, a minimum salary of £25,000, and any job-specific requirements. For details, visit the official UK government page: Skilled Worker visa.

For the complete job description and person specification, please refer to the attached documents. We are excited to hear from you and build a stronger team together!