GICU is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity for highly motivated, friendly and enthusiastic nurses to join our expanding service. This post requires individuals to cover a full range of shifts (nights and days) and have flexibility to cover any day of the week. 

If you enjoy the challenge of working in a busy environment and you are looking for a position which will continually challenge and develop you, then could be the perfect opportunity.  

The General Intensive Care Unit (GICU) at UHS is a 30 bedded facility caring for patients with diverse and complex injuries and illnesses, delivering high-quality nursing care to those requiring level 3 and level 2 care.  

As part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, you will provide expert care to critically ill patients and their families in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

The unit is committed to delivering excellent patient care while supporting staff development, education, and professional growth.

You should be able to work effectively in pressurised situations with maturity, motivation, and enthusiasm.

You will demonstrate strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and support a team in an evolving environment. Compassion, commitment, and a dedication to delivering safe, high-quality care to patients and their relatives are essential.  

You will need to have: 

NMC registration as a Registered Nurse 
9 months post-qualification experience in Critical Care following completion of a recognised Critical Care qualification. 
Evidence of supporting learners in practice experience. 
Evidence of management experience 
Clinical and Leadership Ability 
Up to date experience of working in a Critical Care setting 
Good interpersonal, communication skills 

The successful candidate will be required to: 

To take charge of the Unit on a regular basis in the absence of a senior nurse. 

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care, providing support to other members of the multidisciplinary team. 

To lead, motivate and supervise the professional work of nursing staff at Band 5 and below, exercising good leadership and control. 

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.