Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our enthusiastic team on Ward 3 (Surgical Day Case Unit). The patient centred team focus on safely admitting all surgical elective patients and recovering patient's postoperatively, leading up to their discharge home. We cover a variety of surgical specialities including ENT, Breast, Urology, Colorectal, Gynaecology, General Surgery, Plastics, Vascular, Ophthalmology and Pain. As a department our nursing team deliver high standards of care, we are looking for a conscientious, reliable and energetic person to join our team.
The roles will involve working across 5 days Monday - Friday.
This vacancy is open to all internal and external candidates. NHS Employees should ideally secure their manager's agreement for a secondment arrangement ideally prior to applying, as this will be a condition of any offer made. The position advertised is on a fixed term basis as they have been established to provide cover for employees on maternity leave for 12 months or when the substantive post holders return. Whilst this post is advertised on an acting / secondment basis there is the potential that this post may become permanent in the future.
Main duties of the job
To admit patients for surgery and deliver pre and post op nursing care followed by effective discharge planning for a wide range of nursing services . You will work along side a team of experienced day case nurses and clinicians who aim to deliver a safe and effective, patient focused service.Under the supervision of the Ward Leaders, the nurse is responsible for the provision, organisation and direction of nursing care of the patients in his/her care. The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that a safe, and high standard of care is provided to all patients.
About us
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To provide the highest standards of care to our patients.
- Performs well within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Upholds NMC Code of Conduct.
- Adheres to Trust policies and procedures
- Accountable for nursing practice and takes every opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence.
- Participates in the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care relevant to patients within sphere of responsibility and under supervision.
- To be sensitive to the needs of patients in relation to courtesy, privacy and dignity.
- To be familiar and adhere to Trust and Divisional objectives, policies, guidelines and current legislation
- To complete patient documentation and undertake record keeping in a timely manner, ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that information systems are maintained.
- To provide information as required, including notification of adverse events and accidents to patients, staff and visitors.
- In conjunction with senior nursing staff and specialist nurses participate in the setting/monitoring and evaluation of standards of care to patients.
- To communicate effectively with all members of multi-disciplinary team regarding patientcare.
- To assist with the investigation and timely resolution of complaints and PALS enquiries.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To provide the highest standards of care to our patients.
- Performs well within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Upholds NMC Code of Conduct.
- Adheres to Trust policies and procedures
- Accountable for nursing practice and takes every opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence.
- Participates in the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care relevant to patients within sphere of responsibility and under supervision.
- To be sensitive to the needs of patients in relation to courtesy, privacy and dignity.
- To be familiar and adhere to Trust and Divisional objectives, policies, guidelines and current legislation
- To complete patient documentation and undertake record keeping in a timely manner, ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that information systems are maintained.
- To provide information as required, including notification of adverse events and accidents to patients, staff and visitors.
- In conjunction with senior nursing staff and specialist nurses participate in the setting/monitoring and evaluation of standards of care to patients.
- To communicate effectively with all members of multi-disciplinary team regarding patientcare.
- To assist with the investigation and timely resolution of complaints and PALS enquiries.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current & valid NMC registration
- Recent evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing Course
- Degree /Diploma Studies
- Current NMC registration or due to obtain registration within next two months
- Specialists Skills Course
Experience
Essential
- Experience in the relevant speciality of which you are applying
- Experience of working independently, and as a member of a team.
- Experience of working in surgery
Desirable
- Post qualification experience
- Experience of audit research
Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to maintain and improve standards of care
- Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour or practice in a professional context
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Knowledge of evidence based practice
Desirable
- Understanding of resource management
- Understanding of education/student requirements
- Understanding of research/audit
Additional
Essential
- Flexible and positive approach to work
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current & valid NMC registration
- Recent evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing Course
- Degree /Diploma Studies
- Current NMC registration or due to obtain registration within next two months
- Specialists Skills Course
Experience
Essential
- Experience in the relevant speciality of which you are applying
- Experience of working independently, and as a member of a team.
- Experience of working in surgery
Desirable
- Post qualification experience
- Experience of audit research
Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to maintain and improve standards of care
- Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour or practice in a professional context
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Knowledge of evidence based practice
Desirable
- Understanding of resource management
- Understanding of education/student requirements
- Understanding of research/audit
Additional
Essential
- Flexible and positive approach to work
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
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).
