Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse to join our team. Ward 7 is a 28 bedded medical ward specialising in Cardiology treating both male & female adult patients. Our 4 bedded Coronary Care Unit provides specialist care to cardiac patients requiring primary PCI, pacemakers & ICD's. We also manage conditions such as endocarditis & heart failure.
Our medical wards can be busy & challenging environments. In joining our team, you will bring your skills & passion to provide the highest quality patient-focused care & compassion for our patients. You must be a team player with excellent communications skills & have the ability to work using your own initiative as well as part of the wider team.
In return, you will find your contribution is valued & that you are supported through excellent management & a teamwork approach, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team with doctors, health care assistants, physiotherapists & other health professionals. We offer comprehensive learning & development support, excellent training opportunities & support to broaden your experience, knowledge & skills as a qualified nurse.
We offer flexible working patterns on a roster basis which includes a well-balanced combination of days, nights & weekends in order to meet the needs of our patients & ensure we provide a fair and equal working environment.
Hours per week: 37.5
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
Under the direction of the Ward Manager the role of a Band 5 Staff Nurse is to support the Ward Manager assess, plan, implement, evaluate and deliver high quality, evidence-based, holistic person-centred care and to assist in the supervision of more junior members of staff.
In the absence of Band 6/7 Nurse the post holder will be required to act as team leader who will be responsible and accountable for the smooth running of the rostered shift.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
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
- Current first level registration in General / Adult nursing
- Good standard of general education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using a multi - disciplinary approach to patient care
Desirable
- Experience of managing a group of staff to deliver patient care
- Evidence of designing and delivering education to junior staff
- Involvement in using evidence to implement improvements in practice/protocol or procedures
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to own personal development
- Demonstrates competence in : o Assessing patient condition and plan and implement care o Effective documentation of care delivery o Act with professionalism and integrity o Ability to delegate safely o Ability to prioritise tasks and action
Desirable
- Demonstrate evidence based decision making
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to promote effective communication
- Demonstrate commitment to patient care and the Trust by adopting a flexible approach to work
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current first level registration in General / Adult nursing
- Good standard of general education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using a multi - disciplinary approach to patient care
Desirable
- Experience of managing a group of staff to deliver patient care
- Evidence of designing and delivering education to junior staff
- Involvement in using evidence to implement improvements in practice/protocol or procedures
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to own personal development
- Demonstrates competence in : o Assessing patient condition and plan and implement care o Effective documentation of care delivery o Act with professionalism and integrity o Ability to delegate safely o Ability to prioritise tasks and action
Desirable
- Demonstrate evidence based decision making
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to promote effective communication
- Demonstrate commitment to patient care and the Trust by adopting a flexible approach to work
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).
