Job summary
***Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***
We have an exciting opportunity to expand our team
Ward MSSU has a total of 31 medical short stay inpatient beds
. Exciting, fast paced and challenging environment within the Urgent and Emergency Care Division
Patients mainly with 72 hour discharge plan
Variety of medical conditions from cardiac to respiratory
Friendly and supportive team with career progression
Main duties of the job
The team is led by the Ward Manager Emma Meade, supported by Band 6 Deputies.
Ward MSSU is a 31 bed medical short stay ward. This is an exciting, fast paced and challenging ward to work on, with a fantastic multi-disciplinary team. We receive our patients from MAU and the Emergency department when they are in need of a short stay in hospital.
A necessity for this role is to have a broad general medicine base. The ideal candidates for these positions would be highly motivated and have a genuine desire to help people in every way they can and also provide the best health care across the board.
About us
We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.
Benefits to you
27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
NHS Pension Scheme:
Flexible working opportunities;
Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
Career development and training;
Wellbeing support and activities;
In-house physiotherapy Service;
On-site canteens with subsidised meals;
Subsidised staff parking (currently free).
Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our service is continually expanding and developing, we will offer you training and education to enable you to gain specialist skills to develop within your career, such as senior staff nurses.
We offer a great Trust induction including a 4 specific days for registered practitioners in your first month of employment. We recognise that all qualified nurses have different personal commitments so we value full and part time staff equally. You will be fully supported by the ward to ensure the most positive experience.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our service is continually expanding and developing, we will offer you training and education to enable you to gain specialist skills to develop within your career, such as senior staff nurses.
We offer a great Trust induction including a 4 specific days for registered practitioners in your first month of employment. We recognise that all qualified nurses have different personal commitments so we value full and part time staff equally. You will be fully supported by the ward to ensure the most positive experience.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Competence in clinical skills relevant to a staff nurse post including the clinical decision making process
- Understanding of accountability and responsibility, evidence based practice, reflective practice
Desirable
- Mentorship experience
- ALERT
- ILS
Skills/Ability and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with people at all levels
- Knowledge of holistic care
- Ability to recognise incorrect or ineffective practice
- Awareness of issues relating to healthcare provision
- Awareness of current professional issues both national and local
Desirable
- Awareness of HR policies
- Ability to assess the competence of others
- Confidence to address poor or ineffective practice
Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Organised and able to work under pressure
- Able to meet deadlines
- Willingness to embrace change to meet the short and long term needs of the Emergency Short Stay Unit and the Emergency Centre
- Team player
Desirable
- Able to inspire and motivate others
Other
Essential
- A flexible approach to work
- A desire to learn and develop new skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Competence in clinical skills relevant to a staff nurse post including the clinical decision making process
- Understanding of accountability and responsibility, evidence based practice, reflective practice
Desirable
- Mentorship experience
- ALERT
- ILS
Skills/Ability and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with people at all levels
- Knowledge of holistic care
- Ability to recognise incorrect or ineffective practice
- Awareness of issues relating to healthcare provision
- Awareness of current professional issues both national and local
Desirable
- Awareness of HR policies
- Ability to assess the competence of others
- Confidence to address poor or ineffective practice
Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Organised and able to work under pressure
- Able to meet deadlines
- Willingness to embrace change to meet the short and long term needs of the Emergency Short Stay Unit and the Emergency Centre
- Team player
Desirable
- Able to inspire and motivate others
Other
Essential
- A flexible approach to work
- A desire to learn and develop new skills
Desirable
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
