Job summary
The primary aim of the role is to provide effective patient centred care by performing individual assessment of care needs, developing, implementing and evaluating programmes of care that meet the needs of the patient and their families/carers. The role is multidimensional and requires the post holder to integrate and fulfil all the identified dimensions. As a registered nurse all activities provide opportunities for acting as a role model for staff. Following their preceptorship period the registered nurse is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision.
There are 2 posts available, a 37.5 hours and a 30 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
- Participating in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respects the rights of patients carers and staff.
- Ability to relate to all staff and patients in a confident manner, demonstrating good listening skills and able to work effectively as part of team.
- Creating, maintaining and enhancing effective working relationships.
- Recognising areas of conflict and assisting in the management of this to promote a healthy working environment.
- Maintaining an awareness of national and regional initiatives.
- Participating in the individual performance review process.
- Participating in Clinical Supervision where this is appropriate
- Participating in the implementation and monitoring of the Trusts Nursing Charter standards.
- Acting as a positive ambassador for the Trust.
- Contributing to the Trusts Shared Leadership process.
- Striving for continuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care.
- Submitting new ideas/Innovations aimed at improving patient care.
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers,home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Details
Date posted
17 March 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
001133
Job locations
Pinderfields Hospital
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 4DG
Employer details
Employer name
The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Address
Pinderfields Hospital
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 4DG
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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