St Aldric’s NHS Trust has an opening for the role of Critical Care Nurse, Adult ICU in Bristol. This is a permanent role for experienced nurses.
You will care for the sickest patients in the hospital, with a low patient ratio and a team that works closely together.
About the role
In this role, you will assess and manage critically ill adults, respond quickly when a patient changes and keep families informed. You will work with intensivists, respiratory therapists and pharmacists on every shift.
Key responsibilities
- Assess, monitor and care for one or two critically ill patients per shift
- Manage ventilated patients, titrate drips and respond to rapid changes
- Take part in daily rounds and update the plan of care
- Support families and explain what is happening in plain words
- Document care accurately in the electronic health record
Requirements and qualifications
- An active nursing licence or registration for this country
- Current BLS, plus ACLS or an equivalent life-support course
- At least one year of acute care experience; ICU experience is preferred
- Confidence with infusion pumps, cardiac monitoring and lines
- Calm, clear communication under pressure
Nice to have
- A critical care certification such as CCRN
- Experience with CRRT or other advanced therapies
- Precepting or charge nurse experience
Benefits and perks
- Structured unit orientation with a preceptor
- Paid study time for critical care courses
- Shift extras for nights and weekends
- Health and retirement benefits
About the company
St Aldric’s NHS Trust runs acute care services in Bristol. Employer details on a live listing come from its own careers page.
Frequently asked questions
Registration with the NMC (an NMC PIN). Employers can only hire nurses who are licensed, or can become licensed, in the United Kingdom. Check the rules with the regulator before you apply.
The employer lists GBP 31,049 – 37,796 per year. Check the employer’s page for bonuses and other benefits.
Some units train experienced ward nurses through a critical care course. Read the requirements above, and see our guide on moving from Med-Surg to ICU.