Staff Nurse

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our 22 bedded elderly Rehabilitation unit, on Plane ward.

The post holder is responsible for providing all aspects of patient care through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. The post holder will assist and is expected to supervise junior staff and be able to teach qualified and unqualified staff.

Main duties of the job

To adhere to the Trust's agreed policies and procedures.

To promote and develop equality of opportunity in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy.

To protect the confidentiality of information relating to the Trust, patient and staff or other agencies.

To provide a quality service to internal and external agencies and participate/develop clinical governance within sphere of responsibility.

To share responsibility for abiding by Health & Safety policies and regulations and acting in accordance with the Risk Management Policy.

Develop the assessment, development, implementation and delivery of agreed standard of nursing care.

Provide basic, intermediate and advanced patient care.

Ensure that all nursing records and documents are completed accurately and legibly.

Discharge patients following the Trust's Discharge Policy.

Assist the ward manager to ensure all staff are aware of prevention and control of infection.

Develop innovative practices using research-orientated approach.

Act as an advocate for patient and protect their rights and dignity.

About us

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer

The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.