Staff Nurse
The closing date is 30 July 2025
Job summary
o To participate in team nursing and when appropriate, organise the patients
care for that team in the team leader's absence.
o Report to medical staff on the condition of patients, receive medical instructions and implement as necessary.
o Ensure that every precaution is taken to safeguard patient's property and valuables.
o Participate in multi-disciplinary approach to the rehabilitation of patients with neurological disorders.
Main duties of the job
o Participate in the training of other nursing staff, including basic and post basic learners in consultation with Sister/Charge Nurse wherever applicable.
o Control and co-ordinate activities of the ward team in the absence of Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.
o Be aware of, and adhere to, all the Trust policies and procedures and standards of care.
o Maintain high standards of nursing care and review these standards with the Ward Manager.
o Participate as a named nurse for a small group of patients.
o Assist subordinate staff to understand their role in the unit team.
o Be aware of the economic use of ward equipment and stores.
o Ensure adequate security, administration, proper use and recording of dangerous drugs in accordance with hospital policy.
o Ensure up to date knowledge of new equipment being used.
o Furthering own professional development by ensuring that own clinical and professional knowledge is widened and enriched by attending study days and seminars as arranged through the in-service training officers.
o Ensure confidentiality at all times. The post holder's attention is drawn to the Data Protection Act 1984.
o Ensure that the Control of Infection Guidelines are adhered to at all times.
o Attend annual training sessions on:
Health and Safety
Tracheostomy
Lifting and Handling
Fire Safety
About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.
With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.
Details
Date posted
17 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
160-7298152
Job locations
lipton ward
lower lane
Liverpool
L97LJ
Employer details
Employer name
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Address
lipton ward
lower lane
Liverpool
L97LJ
Employer's website
https://www.thewaltoncentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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