Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our friendly and supportive Care of the Elderly medical and nursing teams. We are committed to provide and maintain high standards of patient care, specialising in Dementia.
You will be joining a dedicated and enthusiastic nursing team who will help and support you whether you are starting out in your career or have years of experience.
Are you looking to expand your nursing career and be an important part of an amazing team? Do you want a position where your ideas and creativity in providing patient care are listened to and valued?
We need people who are creative, enthusiastic and have the compassion needed to provide a nurturing environment for those in our care. It takes people with big hearts to achieve the standards we require and if you feel that you do - then we'd love to hear from you!
This is no ordinary ward - we've won over some distressed patients with hat making competitions, invited confused patients to team meetings where they've engaged and felt useful. We've had tea parties and memory boxes and plan to do much, much more! If you are the type of person who thrives on finding new approaches or has the instinct to resolve issues by 'thinking outside the box' then you're the person we're looking for!
Hours per week: 37.5
Main duties of the job
Many of us have personal experience of family and friends who are elderly, have dementia, delirium and have periods of confusion. We all wish that their care and the services on offer to support their families, our families, are inspirational and supportive - that's what we are working hard to improve!
Do you believe you have something special to offer that will improve services while giving you the opportunity to develop your career? This experience will give you invaluable experience while providing a sense of worth often lacking in other areas of nursing. We value the time, effort and energy put in by our people - and this is a great opportunity to join 'Team Amazing!'
We are a secure ward due to the nature of our patients in order to provide a safe environment.
We pride ourselves on our high standards of care. We have great facilities and are looking at new and innovative ways of making our patients time with us a rewarding and inspiring time.
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education
- Current first level registration in General / Adult nursing
Desirable
- Acute Medicine experience and elderly care experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to own personal development.
- Demonstrates competence in Assessing patient condition and plan and implement care
- Effective documentation of care delivery.
Desirable
- Demonstrate evidence-based decision making
Skills
Essential
- Act with professionalism and integrity
- Ability to delegate safely
- Ability to prioritise tasks and action.
Desirable
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to promote effective communication.
- Demonstrate commitment to patient care and the Trust by adopting a flexible approach to work.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care
Desirable
- Experience of managing a group of staff to deliver patient care.
- Involvement in using evidence to implement improvements in practice/protocol or procedures.
- Evidence of designing and delivering education to junior staff
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education
- Current first level registration in General / Adult nursing
Desirable
- Acute Medicine experience and elderly care experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to own personal development.
- Demonstrates competence in Assessing patient condition and plan and implement care
- Effective documentation of care delivery.
Desirable
- Demonstrate evidence-based decision making
Skills
Essential
- Act with professionalism and integrity
- Ability to delegate safely
- Ability to prioritise tasks and action.
Desirable
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to promote effective communication.
- Demonstrate commitment to patient care and the Trust by adopting a flexible approach to work.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care
Desirable
- Experience of managing a group of staff to deliver patient care.
- Involvement in using evidence to implement improvements in practice/protocol or procedures.
- Evidence of designing and delivering education to junior staff
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
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).
