Job summary
We're excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to join our compassionate team on the Acute Medical Unit at both Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital as a Band 5 Staff Nurse on a permanent contract. We're looking for motivated and dedicated individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality patient care and making a difference in the lives of those we care for.
The Acute Medical Unit is a 28-bedded unit that admits patients referred by their GPs and the Emergency Department. Here, patients benefit from rapid access to diagnostic services, with care plans quickly developed. Patients stay for up to 48 hours before being transferred to a specialty ward or discharged home. The Same Day Emergency Care Service also operates within AMU, ensuring comprehensive care for our patients.
If you're eager to expand your knowledge across a wide range of medical conditions and pursue opportunities for professional development, this is the ideal role for you.
Main duties of the job
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Continue to uphold and enhance high standards of nursing care, reflecting the core values of nursing practice outlined in the ward philosophy
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Take responsibility for assessing care needs and developing, implementing, and evaluating individual care plans
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Foster a supportive and innovative learning environment for both untrained and qualified staff, contributing to the ongoing development of the ward
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Act as a clinical and professional team leader, guiding and supporting your colleagues within the ward area
Join us in delivering exceptional care and become an integral part of a dedicated, supportive team at both Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Would you like to work flexibly?In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please emailmtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.netif this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atEnhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: TBC
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please emailmtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.netif this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atEnhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: TBC
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse
- Basic Life Support provider
Desirable
- Evidence of further education since qualification e.g. diploma/degree
- Mentorship/Preceptorship course (or equivalent)
- ENB specialist course
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of a general hospital setting
- Proficient clinician and clinical role model
- Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS
- Demonstrates a commitment to professional development
Desirable
- 1 years experience at Band 5 in an acute setting
- Understanding of audit and benchmarking processes
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Evident commitment to high standards of patient-centred care
- Effective organisational skills
- Adaptable and flexible
- Ability to reflect on practice, accept criticism and act constructively
- Understanding of own accountability, responsible and reliable
- Utilises a problem-solving approach to work
Desirable
- IT/Keyboard skills
- Commitment to teaching others
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse
- Basic Life Support provider
Desirable
- Evidence of further education since qualification e.g. diploma/degree
- Mentorship/Preceptorship course (or equivalent)
- ENB specialist course
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of a general hospital setting
- Proficient clinician and clinical role model
- Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS
- Demonstrates a commitment to professional development
Desirable
- 1 years experience at Band 5 in an acute setting
- Understanding of audit and benchmarking processes
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Evident commitment to high standards of patient-centred care
- Effective organisational skills
- Adaptable and flexible
- Ability to reflect on practice, accept criticism and act constructively
- Understanding of own accountability, responsible and reliable
- Utilises a problem-solving approach to work
Desirable
- IT/Keyboard skills
- Commitment to teaching others
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Tonbridge Road/Hermitage Lane
Tunbridge Wells/Maidstone
TN2 4QJ
Employer's website
https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
