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Job Description

Staff Nurse – Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
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• Location: Yeovil District Hospital
• Trust: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
• Hours: Full-time & Part-time opportunities available (Flexible Rota)

​Elevate Your Critical Care Career

​Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse ready to step into the fast-paced, rewarding world of Intensive Care?
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At Yeovil District Hospital, our ICU is more than just a clinical space—it is a supportive community. We are looking for compassionate professionals to join our multidisciplinary team, focusing on the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care for our most critically ill patients. Whether you are an experienced ICU nurse or looking to transition into critical care, we provide the mentorship and training necessary to help you thrive.

​Why Join Our Team?
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We believe that exceptional patient care starts with a supported workforce. By joining Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, you will benefit from:

• ​Professional Growth: Access to structured mentorship, CC3N pathways, and ongoing clinical training.
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• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling to accommodate your personal commitments.
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• Financial Security: Enrolment in the NHS Pension Scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
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• Exclusive Perks: Blue Light Card access for retail, dining, and leisure discounts.
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• Inclusive Culture: A diverse and welcoming environment where every voice is valued.
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The Role: Impact and Responsibilities
​As an ICU Nurse, you will coordinate and deliver evidence-based care for Level 1 to 3 patients. You will be at the heart of the clinical team, managing complex needs and utilizing state-of-the-art technology.
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Key Clinical Duties:
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• Advanced Patient Management: Assess, plan, and evaluate individualized care plans from admission to discharge.
• ​Technical Expertise: Operate and monitor specialist equipment, including ventilators, haemofiltration units, and cardiac output monitoring devices.
• ​Clinical Data Analysis: Interpret complex physiological data to facilitate early interventions and optimize patient outcomes.
• ​Emergency Response: Recognize deteriorating patients and take immediate, decisive action in line with Advanced Life Support protocols.
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• Medication Safety: Titrate complex IV infusions and manage medication administration in strict accordance with NMC standards.

​Leadership & Collaboration:

• ​MDT Integration: Work seamlessly with doctors, therapists, and support staff to provide holistic care.
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• Advocacy: Support families and carers through difficult or unpredictable situations with empathy and cultural sensitivity.
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• Unit Oversight: For experienced Band 5 nurses, provide clinical leadership and departmental management in the absence of senior staff.
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Person Specification
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Qualifications & Registration

• ​Essential: Current NMC Level 1 Registration.
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• Desirable: Critical Care Course, CC3N Steps 1-3, or a recognized Mentorship qualification.
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Experience & Skills
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• Clinical Background: Minimum of 6 months experience in an acute or critical care setting (Essential).
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• Aptitude: Strong literacy, IT proficiency, and the ability to interpret complex clinical data.
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• Soft Skills: Outstanding communication, problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative “team-first” mindset.
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• Core Values: A commitment to the Trust’s values of listening, leading, and working together.

​Next Steps
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We would love to meet you! We highly encourage informal visits or phone calls to discuss the role and tour our unit.
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Contact for Enquiries:
Tracy Lee Email: tracy.lee@somersetft.nhs.uk
Phone: 07557313921
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This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We welcome applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship.
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