Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5 registered nurse to join our multidisciplinary team within the Wakefield Intermediate Care Unit, based at Pontefract Hospital.
The Wakefield Intermediate Care Unit (WICU) is a 22-bedded Rehabilitation Unit that provides short term in-patient care to adults (aged 18 years and over) who need extra support, care and rehabilitation following an acute hospital stay.
Our expert multi-disciplinary team includes registered and non-registered nurses, physiotherapists and occupational therapists, who work alongside a wider support team and in partnership with our patients and their families to provide the care they need and to support their safe and timely discharge home.
As a valued member of staff, you will receive a comprehensive induction to the Trust and to the team.
Full and part-time hours will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work as part of the WICU multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive nursing care, including assessment, planning and implementation of care plans, and effective discharge planning, to ensure patient safety, service quality and excellent patient experience that meets the needs of the patient and Unit objectives.
They will act as a role model, demonstrating the highest standards of professional conduct and the Trust core values, and in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Contribute to
writing departmental and implementing Trust wide / departmental policies,
procedures and guidelines.
- Maintain a professional appearance in line with the Trust dress code.
- Uphold the Trust's values and behaviours (available on the Trust web
site) and behave in a manner fitting with the responsible position of the post
holder, maintaining the public confidence.
- Maintain professional and courteous working relationships with staff and
respect the equality and diversity of each and every person he / she comes into
contact with in the course of his / her business.
- Uphold the privacy and dignity of the patient and respect the equality
of patients at all time.
- Participate 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.
- Create,
maintain and enhance effective working relationships.
- Recognise areas
of conflict and assist in the management of this to promote a healthy
working environment.
- Maintain an
awareness of national and regional initiatives.
- Participate in
the individual performance review process.
- Participate in
Clinical Supervision where this is appropriate.
- Participate in
the implementation and monitoring of the Trust's Nursing Charter standards.
- Act as a
positive ambassador for the Trust.
- Contribute to
the Trust's Shared Leadership process.
- Strive for
continuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care.
- Submit new
ideas / innovations aimed at improving patient care.
- Utilise and
contribute to resources within the ward environment which encourage evidence
based nursing.
- Promote patient / carer independence through relevant teaching and support.
- Support and
enable professional development of team members.
- Undertake own
personal development to meet identified needs.
- Contribute to
the mentorship of colleagues as directed by the ward sister.
- Ensure statutory
training is undertaken.
- Participate in
the assessment of health related needs of patients and their families / carers.
- Contribute towards the formulation of a plan of care with the patient and their
family / carers.
- Deliver direct
care to patients in accordance with the Trust's policies and NMC Guidelines.
- Continually
assess and evaluate the patient's condition and the effectiveness of the
care delivered with a senior member of the team.
- Promote a multi
professional approach to maximise the patient's health and independence
utilising resources appropriately.
- Maintain up to date
knowledge of current nursing issues / practices.
- Work as a
registered nurse, without direct supervision in the absence of the Ward Sister
where necessary.
- Critically
examine working practices within the department to identify cost
improvements and effective measures, develop and implement action plans in
conjunction with the Unit Manager.
- The post holder will ensure the proper use
of the Trust's resources such as stationery, telephone usage, photocopying and
other consumables in the course of business, ensuring minimal waste and minimal
cost.
- Maintain the
confidentiality of the Trust in respect of patient and staff information
obtained at all times, and use such information only as authorised for specific
purposes. Report any concerns about the
use of such information to the senior manager.
- All staff at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust have the
responsibility for safeguarding adults, young people, children and unborns.
This includes all employees.
- Have an understanding of
relevant safeguarding policies, including the Mental Capacity Act policy.
- Attend all mandatory
safeguarding training in accordance with their role.
- Have a responsibility to
recognise and act upon any safeguarding / child protection concerns.
- The post-holder is
responsible for taking reasonable care with regard to him / herself as well as
for any colleagues, patients or visitors who might be affected by any act or
failure to act by the post-holder in accordance with the Trusts policies on
Health and Safety at Work.
- To report any
accident, untoward incident or loss relating to staff, patients or visitors according
to Trust policies.
- To undertake
in-service training relevant to the post.
- Comply with Trust
Policies and Procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Contribute to
writing departmental and implementing Trust wide / departmental policies,
procedures and guidelines.
- Maintain a professional appearance in line with the Trust dress code.
- Uphold the Trust's values and behaviours (available on the Trust web
site) and behave in a manner fitting with the responsible position of the post
holder, maintaining the public confidence.
- Maintain professional and courteous working relationships with staff and
respect the equality and diversity of each and every person he / she comes into
contact with in the course of his / her business.
- Uphold the privacy and dignity of the patient and respect the equality
of patients at all time.
- Participate 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.
- Create,
maintain and enhance effective working relationships.
- Recognise areas
of conflict and assist in the management of this to promote a healthy
working environment.
- Maintain an
awareness of national and regional initiatives.
- Participate in
the individual performance review process.
- Participate in
Clinical Supervision where this is appropriate.
- Participate in
the implementation and monitoring of the Trust's Nursing Charter standards.
- Act as a
positive ambassador for the Trust.
- Contribute to
the Trust's Shared Leadership process.
- Strive for
continuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care.
- Submit new
ideas / innovations aimed at improving patient care.
- Utilise and
contribute to resources within the ward environment which encourage evidence
based nursing.
- Promote patient / carer independence through relevant teaching and support.
- Support and
enable professional development of team members.
- Undertake own
personal development to meet identified needs.
- Contribute to
the mentorship of colleagues as directed by the ward sister.
- Ensure statutory
training is undertaken.
- Participate in
the assessment of health related needs of patients and their families / carers.
- Contribute towards the formulation of a plan of care with the patient and their
family / carers.
- Deliver direct
care to patients in accordance with the Trust's policies and NMC Guidelines.
- Continually
assess and evaluate the patient's condition and the effectiveness of the
care delivered with a senior member of the team.
- Promote a multi
professional approach to maximise the patient's health and independence
utilising resources appropriately.
- Maintain up to date
knowledge of current nursing issues / practices.
- Work as a
registered nurse, without direct supervision in the absence of the Ward Sister
where necessary.
- Critically
examine working practices within the department to identify cost
improvements and effective measures, develop and implement action plans in
conjunction with the Unit Manager.
- The post holder will ensure the proper use
of the Trust's resources such as stationery, telephone usage, photocopying and
other consumables in the course of business, ensuring minimal waste and minimal
cost.
- Maintain the
confidentiality of the Trust in respect of patient and staff information
obtained at all times, and use such information only as authorised for specific
purposes. Report any concerns about the
use of such information to the senior manager.
- All staff at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust have the
responsibility for safeguarding adults, young people, children and unborns.
This includes all employees.
- Have an understanding of
relevant safeguarding policies, including the Mental Capacity Act policy.
- Attend all mandatory
safeguarding training in accordance with their role.
- Have a responsibility to
recognise and act upon any safeguarding / child protection concerns.
- The post-holder is
responsible for taking reasonable care with regard to him / herself as well as
for any colleagues, patients or visitors who might be affected by any act or
failure to act by the post-holder in accordance with the Trusts policies on
Health and Safety at Work.
- To report any
accident, untoward incident or loss relating to staff, patients or visitors according
to Trust policies.
- To undertake
in-service training relevant to the post.
- Comply with Trust
Policies and Procedures.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a health care setting.
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- BSc (Hons) Nursing
- Diploma HE Nursing
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Able to communicate clearly (verbally and written).
- Enthusiastic.
- Adaptable and flexible.
- Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a health care setting.
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- BSc (Hons) Nursing
- Diploma HE Nursing
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Able to communicate clearly (verbally and written).
- Enthusiastic.
- Adaptable and flexible.
- Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally.
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).
