Job summary
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our highly motivated and compassionate team.
Gate 44 (Acute General Medicine) at Pinderfields Hospital is a busy ward accommodating 40 patients with a wide variety of medical conditions. We work closely with all specialities from Vascular, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Neurology to Respiratory and many more.
It is essential that the candidate practices good communication and effective organisational skills. Whilst also having the ability to adapt to various clinical situations and show empathy in their approach to patients care within our fast paced team.
Candidates must be flexible around working patterns and work effectively and efficiently within a large team.
We welcome applicants to come and have a look around the ward, see how the ward flows, understand the complexity of the patients in our care and ask any questions.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of a team to provide safe, effective and high quality care for our service users.
We adhere to and live by the Trust Values of Caring, Improving, Respect and High Standards.
As part of the Gate 44 team you will be focused on excellent patient care by assessing, implementing and evaluating care from the point of admission to discharge.
You will be a team player but also someone who can work independently and work well under pressure. You must have excellent communication and organisational skills and be motivated with a willingness to learn and grow in your skills and knowledge.
Full access to a training package and development opportunities will be given.
To be considered for this post, you must hold relevant UK NMC registration or be in a position to successfully apply for this at the point of your application.
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
Key
Responsibilities
CLINICAL
LEADERSHIP
The
Registered Nurse will maintain a nursing culture which is open to change, new
ideas, concepts and innovations.
This will be achieved by:
- 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.
LEARNING ENVIRONMENT/EVIDENCE BASED NURSING
The Registered Nurse will support and contribute to a ward culture which is conducive to learning incorporating high quality evidence based practice into patient centred care.
This will be achieved by:
- Utilising and contributing to resources within the ward environment which encourage evidence based nursing.
- Promoting patient/carer independence through relevant teaching and support.
- Supporting and enabling professional development of team members.
- Undertaking own personal development to meet identified needs.
- Contributing to the mentorship of colleagues as directed by the ward sister.
- Ensuring statutory training is undertaken and compliance maintained.
COMPETENT PRACTICE
The Registered Nurse will combine theory and experience to demonstrate clinical competence in practice.
This will be achieved by
- Participating in the assessment of health related needs of patients and their families/carers.
- Contributing towards the formulation of a plan of care with the patient and their families/carers input.
- Delivering direct care to patient in accordance with the Trusts policies and NMC Guidelines.
- Continually assessing and evaluating the patients condition and the effectiveness of the care delivery with a senior member of the team.
- Promoting a multi professional approach to maximise the patients health and independence utilising resources appropriately.
- Maintaining up to date knowledge of current nursing issues/practices.
- Working as a registered nurse, without direct supervision in the absence of the Ward Sister where necessary.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key
Responsibilities
CLINICAL
LEADERSHIP
The
Registered Nurse will maintain a nursing culture which is open to change, new
ideas, concepts and innovations.
This will be achieved by:
- 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.
LEARNING ENVIRONMENT/EVIDENCE BASED NURSING
The Registered Nurse will support and contribute to a ward culture which is conducive to learning incorporating high quality evidence based practice into patient centred care.
This will be achieved by:
- Utilising and contributing to resources within the ward environment which encourage evidence based nursing.
- Promoting patient/carer independence through relevant teaching and support.
- Supporting and enabling professional development of team members.
- Undertaking own personal development to meet identified needs.
- Contributing to the mentorship of colleagues as directed by the ward sister.
- Ensuring statutory training is undertaken and compliance maintained.
COMPETENT PRACTICE
The Registered Nurse will combine theory and experience to demonstrate clinical competence in practice.
This will be achieved by
- Participating in the assessment of health related needs of patients and their families/carers.
- Contributing towards the formulation of a plan of care with the patient and their families/carers input.
- Delivering direct care to patient in accordance with the Trusts policies and NMC Guidelines.
- Continually assessing and evaluating the patients condition and the effectiveness of the care delivery with a senior member of the team.
- Promoting a multi professional approach to maximise the patients health and independence utilising resources appropriately.
- Maintaining up to date knowledge of current nursing issues/practices.
- Working as a registered nurse, without direct supervision in the absence of the Ward Sister where necessary.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient care
- Prioritise tasks
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience working in health care setting
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current nursing issues and practice
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- BSc (Hons) Nursing
- Diploma HE Nursing
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient care
- Prioritise tasks
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience working in health care setting
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current nursing issues and practice
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- BSc (Hons) Nursing
- Diploma HE Nursing
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).
