Northampton General Hospital

Staff Nurse

The closing date is 27 August 2025

Job summary

We are looking for registered nurses who are wanting a new challenge and have a passion to do things differently, we are offering excellent opportunities for nurses to join us at this exciting time.

You will be responsible for the assessment and implementation of care for acutely unwell patients with an interest for Diabetes Care, General and geriatric Medicine. You will be part of a dynamic and exciting team making exciting changes that will affect the way the hospital is run from the front door and throughout.

To deliver exemplary nursing care to all patients presenting to at Northampton General Hospital whilst working within a team of dynamic and motivated healthcare professionals.

The opportunity to develop personally and professionally is encouraged, this is supported with clinical supervision and opportunities to attend relevant training and courses. Provide effective input into the work of the Trust, to support the achievement of our vision and values.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will participate in the delivery of high standards of care to patients and their families. In particular take responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of evidenced-based nursing care to a group of patients

They will participate in the management of the ward when required, ensuring smooth and efficient running in the absence of the Ward Manager or Senior Staff Nurse. They will take responsibility for their own self-development helping to provide a suitable learning environment and high standards of clinical practice. To recognise own limitations and seek advice and support from senior staff.

About us

Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values

Compassion

Accountability

Respect

Integrity

Courage

We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.

We are a Defence positive trust, supporting our reservists, veterans, spouses and partners.

The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.

We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.

We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.

Date posted

15 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per Annum / Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

265-7333193

Job locations

Northampton General Hospital

Cliftonville

Northampton

NN1 5BD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Patient/client care:

Assisting and contributing in the management and organisation of a ward / clinical area.

Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care.

Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.

Act as a clinical and professional role model, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement within the clinical area.

Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

To maintain accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care.

To co-ordinate the patients discharge arrangements in accordance with NGH Discharge Policy.

To educate patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified.

To complete patient documentation correctly.

To maintain a safe ward environment.

To assist in establishing and monitoring protocols/care pathways.

To participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication written and verbal.

To ensure patient confidentiality.

To supervise junior staff in the delivery of care.

Responsible for the safe supply, storage, administration, checking and disposal of medications including controlled drugs.

To undertake any expanded roles deemed necessary for the role following the Trust policy Expansion of Professional Practice for Registered Healthcare Practitioners.

Policy/service development implementation:

Undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Programmes.

To contribute to annual appraisal and be responsible for own personal performance/development plan to achieve KSF outline for role.

Able to identify learning needs in self, negotiating a Personal Development Plan recognising own limitations.

Contribute to the education and training of others, gaining an understanding of clinical supervision.

Actively promote evidence-based practice within the clinical area and contribute to audit initiatives.

Adhere to all Trust Policies and Health & Safety, as applicable.

Financial & physical resources:

To develop and maintain an awareness of budgeting, exercising care and economy in the ordering and use of equipment, supported by written documentation where applicable.

Responsible for the effective and efficient use of Clinical, physical and financial resources.

Human resources:

To help maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor in the supervision and teaching of less experienced staff.

To attend Trust/local orientation programmes and mandatory training sessions.

To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness.

Research & development:

To practice clinical competencies in line with relevant Trust initiatives e.g. Essence of Care.

To maintain and promote an awareness of evidence-based practice and participate in its Implementation.

To contribute to research and development programmes within the ward/department.