Job summary
Here on Ward C53 we are a dynamic nursing team looking to add to the fantastic team that we have.
We have a great team of staff who work well together, who are dedicated to providing outstanding care with a clear sense of direction and an exciting vision for the future. Our staff and volunteers strive to ensure the patient is at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, highly motivated and willing to expand their knowledge and practical skills in the care of patients with a variety of medical problems.
We offer great opportunities to develop your nursing skills, knowledge and abilities within this specialty. We have a supportive team approach and offer staff the opportunity to continue learning beyond registration working alongside our dedicated clinical educators.
If you are committed to providing patient focused care we would like to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Assess the care needs of patients and develop a programme of evidence based practice care which is evaluated and amended as appropriate without direct supervision.
To maintain clinical competence through CPD and mandatory training requirements.
To ensure clear and timely record keeping of all assessments and care provided
Maintain good communication with patients and their relatives including the MDT
Regularly take charge of the clinical area in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility or his/her deputy
Utilise NUH evidence based policies and guidelines to ensure safety of care and maintains professional understanding of EBP used
About us
At Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) we can offer you:
A team from the Institute of Care Excellence, offering continuing professional education, careers coaching and development opportunities including: a preceptorship programme, an acute care skills course, rotational programmes, resilience focused clinical supervision and clinical academic careers.
Access to the largest Shared Governance programme in the UK, with over 80 staff councils at ward level, giving our workforce a voice and supporting a culture of innovation.
An ambitious and forward thinking professional environment, recognised for empowering nurses, midwives and theatre practitioners to lead and innovate.
Utilising evidence based practice and research to advance nursing science and compassionate care.
Our nursing teams are Patient Experience Network National Award winners (2018) and finalists in (2019) and have opportunities to work on improvement initiatives that are co-produced with those who use our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a registered nurse you will be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development of programmes of care ensuring that these are evaluated and amended as appropriate. You will document the condition and progress of patients and report to medical staff and senior nursing staff any areas of concern and undertake nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and guidelines.
You should be aware of your role with regard to the Medicines Code of Practice, complying with all Trust policies and risk assessments with particular regard to the policies and procedures maintaining staff and patient safety.
Communication with the multidisciplinary team is essential in order to promote efficient patient care and maintain effective channels of communication. You should report all accidents and untoward incidents to the nurse in charge and complete an incident form in accordance with Trust policy.
Support a culture of teamwork within the clinical area, including supporting and assessing colleagues where appropriate.
Maintain your own professional competence through on going professional development. Be accountable for your own professional practice and professional revalidation in accordance with The Code (NMC 2015).
Please see the job description for full details of the key responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a registered nurse you will be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development of programmes of care ensuring that these are evaluated and amended as appropriate. You will document the condition and progress of patients and report to medical staff and senior nursing staff any areas of concern and undertake nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and guidelines.
You should be aware of your role with regard to the Medicines Code of Practice, complying with all Trust policies and risk assessments with particular regard to the policies and procedures maintaining staff and patient safety.
Communication with the multidisciplinary team is essential in order to promote efficient patient care and maintain effective channels of communication. You should report all accidents and untoward incidents to the nurse in charge and complete an incident form in accordance with Trust policy.
Support a culture of teamwork within the clinical area, including supporting and assessing colleagues where appropriate.
Maintain your own professional competence through on going professional development. Be accountable for your own professional practice and professional revalidation in accordance with The Code (NMC 2015).
Please see the job description for full details of the key responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full NMC Pin registration
Desirable
- Diploma / Degree / Higher level of education in Nursinging qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience in acute hospital setting
Desirable
- Experience being charge nurse
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- Mentor/ teaching Qualification
Desirable
- Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise & respond appropriately to urgent & emergency situations
- Supervision of non-registered staff and/or students
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full NMC Pin registration
Desirable
- Diploma / Degree / Higher level of education in Nursinging qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience in acute hospital setting
Desirable
- Experience being charge nurse
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- Mentor/ teaching Qualification
Desirable
- Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise & respond appropriately to urgent & emergency situations
- Supervision of non-registered staff and/or students
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
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).