Job summary
Preceptee Adult Nursing Recruitment Event
Hooray! You've completed your training and you're patiently waiting to step into the world of the Registered Nurse. How does it feel? Scary? Exciting? Intimidating? Overwhelming? All these feelings are completely normal. You've spent the last 3 years (or 4 depending on your course) preparing for this moment and now you're here.
After many long hours, balancing shifts and assignments (and probably lots of coffee), you are very nearly there. In 2024, you will finally become a qualified nurse and we are SO excited for you! After all that hard work, the final hurdle is to find your dream job. At Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) we are confident we can make your dream job become a reality.
If you aren't already familiar with Cornwall, we could go on for hours about Cornwall's 300+ beaches, where you could become an adventurer for the day, discovering our stunning coastal paths, woodland walks, moors and mines. Or you might be more interested in our multicultural foodie, comedy and music scene. In Cornwall, we really know how to make a party, festival or event out of any occasion. We even have our very own RCHT staff festival every year, with fabulous headliners, to say thank you for all your hard work!
At Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, we deliver services across three sites: Truro, Penzance and Hayle. We also work closely with the local community Foundation Trust, who have sites all across Cornwall.
This role is for newly qualified Preceptee Staff Nurses only. Please note that sponsorship is not guaranteed.
Provisional interview date (by invitation only) February 2024. Shortlisting will be completed by Monday 5th February 2024. Attendance in February will be by invitation only.
Main duties of the job
At RCHT, we are never standing still. We pride ourselves on being innovative and exciting. As an ambitious organisation, we are continuously looking for ways to enhance and improve the services we offer to our patients and staff alike. We are highly focussed on research and training and we will equip you with the skills and confidence you need to make positive change on your journey with us.
As a newly qualified nurse at RCHT, there are many diverse areas that you could work in to launch your career. We will help you develop your skills, knowledge and professional confidence. To ensure the best possible start for newly qualified nurses, the RCN recommends undertaking a high quality Preceptorship programme - at RCHT we offer just that. During our 18 month Preceptorship programme, we will support your transition from student to competent practitioner.
From day one, you would be placed within one of our dynamic and supportive teams and allocated a Preceptor who will have relevant experience in your chosen clinical area. They will guide and support your development in practice and review this at regular intervals. You will also receive additional support via the Trust Practice Development Team. We will ensure you have the opportunity to put your skills into practice and you will be fully supported throughout the experience.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We pride ourselves on providing a supportive environment for our newly qualified staff nurses and you will soon feel part of a team and organisation that cares about you and your future nursing career. At RCHT, we understand that our colleagues are our most valuable asset and, therefore, your health and wellbeing is very high on our list of priorities. By joining us, you will have access to a wide range of clubs and societies, fantastic discounted restaurant facilities, free counselling, free financial advice, discounted leisure memberships, a Cycle to Work scheme and much, much more!
Working as part of The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust you will make a positive difference to peoples lives from the moment you start!
If you think we are the place for you, click Apply Now! If you would like to hear more before making your application, a member of our Recruitment Team would be delighted to hear from you on 01872 255755.
Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways. Please talk to us at interview about any flexible working arrangements you would prefer or require. While we may not be able to fully accommodate all requests, such requests will not be referenced during the interview scoring process, and we will fully consider and try to accommodate them for successful applicants.
For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
This role is for newly qualified Preceptee Staff Nurses only. Please note that sponsorship is not guaranteed. Shortlisting will be completed by Monday 5th February 2024. Attendance will be by invitation only.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We pride ourselves on providing a supportive environment for our newly qualified staff nurses and you will soon feel part of a team and organisation that cares about you and your future nursing career. At RCHT, we understand that our colleagues are our most valuable asset and, therefore, your health and wellbeing is very high on our list of priorities. By joining us, you will have access to a wide range of clubs and societies, fantastic discounted restaurant facilities, free counselling, free financial advice, discounted leisure memberships, a Cycle to Work scheme and much, much more!
Working as part of The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust you will make a positive difference to peoples lives from the moment you start!
If you think we are the place for you, click Apply Now! If you would like to hear more before making your application, a member of our Recruitment Team would be delighted to hear from you on 01872 255755.
Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways. Please talk to us at interview about any flexible working arrangements you would prefer or require. While we may not be able to fully accommodate all requests, such requests will not be referenced during the interview scoring process, and we will fully consider and try to accommodate them for successful applicants.
For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
This role is for newly qualified Preceptee Staff Nurses only. Please note that sponsorship is not guaranteed. Shortlisting will be completed by Monday 5th February 2024. Attendance will be by invitation only.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 1 Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration / students pending registration
Desirable
- Assessing & Mentoring qualification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of six months experience in an acute Trust within the last twelve months (this can include student placement)
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of evidence based practice to enhance care
- Understanding of professional and current issues in nursing.
- Understanding of the importance of research and evidence based practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 1 Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration / students pending registration
Desirable
- Assessing & Mentoring qualification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of six months experience in an acute Trust within the last twelve months (this can include student placement)
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of evidence based practice to enhance care
- Understanding of professional and current issues in nursing.
- Understanding of the importance of research and evidence based practice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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