Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for highly motivated, innovative and enthusiastic individual to join Ward D7 an Acute General Surgical & Urology Ward.
Ward D7 is a 28 bedded ward, looking after both male and female patients. We are a fast-paced ward that offers a wide variety of challenges and learning opportunities. The successful applicant will be well supported within this dynamic team, and have the chance to build many clinical nursing competencies such as Stoma / Nephrostomy / Urostomy care, Cannulation, Catheterisation, NG insertion, and the management of acute emergencies. The prospective candidate will also be able to gain valuable experience in advanced communication, palliative care, care of patient with central venous access and rapid discharges. The post holder will be expected to work within our dedicated multidisciplinary team and be fully involved in an individual's care from admission to discharge, maintaining and improving current standards and supporting the team in meeting the required targets both at local and national level.
Main duties of the job
- Assess individial care needs and develop, implement and evaluate without supervision.
- Checking symptoms and vital signs and arranging diagnostic tests.
- Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations.
- Working as an effective team member and promoting team and interdisciplinary relationships.
- To keep up to date with skills and knowledge.This exciting opportunity will be permanent and involve flexibility in shift work. You will work closely with the manager in helping the team to provide excellent patient care whilst adhering to Trust policy and values. We provide excellent training and development opportunities in a friendly and supportive environment.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
The salary for the role is only one part of the excellent package of benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide high quality effective individualised care to all patients that is compassionate and caring.
- To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate without supervision.
- To keep up to date with skills and knowledge
- To comply with NMC professional registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices.
- Be proficient in the delivery of care to patients.
- Ensure safe administration of drugs in accordance to NMC and local policies.
- Ensure accurate records are kept in accordance to Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Policy and NMC guidelines.
The post holder should have an attitude based on strong nursing values and an overall commitment to provide patients and their families with care that is first and foremost based on a culture of compassion, professionalism and respect.
Working as a registered Nurse within our team you will have the opportunity to work with a range of supportive colleagues and the whole multidisciplinary team we work closely with.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide high quality effective individualised care to all patients that is compassionate and caring.
- To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate without supervision.
- To keep up to date with skills and knowledge
- To comply with NMC professional registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices.
- Be proficient in the delivery of care to patients.
- Ensure safe administration of drugs in accordance to NMC and local policies.
- Ensure accurate records are kept in accordance to Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Policy and NMC guidelines.
The post holder should have an attitude based on strong nursing values and an overall commitment to provide patients and their families with care that is first and foremost based on a culture of compassion, professionalism and respect.
Working as a registered Nurse within our team you will have the opportunity to work with a range of supportive colleagues and the whole multidisciplinary team we work closely with.
Person Specification
NMC Registered
Essential
- A minimum of 2 Years NHS experience
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD / Revalidation
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Experience of supervising others
Effective Communication
Essential
Desirable
Attitude & Behaviours
Essential
- Able to work the days / nights / weekly shift pattern of the team / service
Desirable
- Able to work to time pressures and unpredictable work patterns
- Motivated and patient focused Flexible and adaptable
- Clean and smart appearance follows policy
Person Specification
NMC Registered
Essential
- A minimum of 2 Years NHS experience
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD / Revalidation
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Experience of supervising others
Effective Communication
Essential
Desirable
Attitude & Behaviours
Essential
- Able to work the days / nights / weekly shift pattern of the team / service
Desirable
- Able to work to time pressures and unpredictable work patterns
- Motivated and patient focused Flexible and adaptable
- Clean and smart appearance follows policy
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).
