Job summary
'I feel part of something special' ( Julie, Acute Care Practitioner)
'I can provide the quality of care I would like to receive' (Rachel Registered Nurse)
The ward is well run and the nurses have inspired me (Student Nurse)
We are expanding our team following a safer nursing establishment review to improve our nurse patient ratio on Trinity Ward in Ripon Community Hospital.
Trinity ward is a 19 bedded ward caring for patients requiring rehabilitation and includes 2 palliative care beds. We are a nurse led unit with visiting GP's, a frailty consultant and acute care practitioners. We are a very welcoming team and have received 96.6% good results in our student evaluations. If you would like to be part of our team we would love to hear from you. If you would like to come and meet us you would be very welcome
Main duties of the job
Trinity Ward is led by an experienced and supportive Ward manager Julie, a team of dedicated Band 6 Sisters Jude, Linda and Toni, and a supportive Matron, Jo.
As a Trust we offer our Registered Nurses:
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If you require an OSCE to gain NMC registration please state whether you have passed your English Language and CBT. These are essential requirements for the role. Please note that at this time HDFT is not recruiting from countries on the World Health Organisation Workforce Support and Safeguard List, 2020. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
'I joined as a Registered nurse and I am now a Sister. i am proud of the care the ward provides and I would not want to work anywhere else' (Jude Sister)
Ripon Community Hospital is a much loved local hospital and provides a friendly and welcoming atmosphere with a real sense of community amongst the staff. We aim to reflect the Trust values in everything we do, kindness, integrity, teamwork and equality (KITE)
If youre looking for a Trust who will support you being part of Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust could be just what you are looking for.
1) To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and to provide nursing care for patients. This requires detailed knowledge of equipment and specialised information on procedures undertaken in the clinical environment.
2) In consultation with senior staff, the post holder will help plan, co-ordinate, implement, and evaluate care for patients.
3) Maintain standards in accordance with ward /Trust policies and procedures and NMC code of conduct
4) Maintain a safe working environment, being aware of the necessity to comply with Health & Safety regulations and the Environmental Health Act, and to attend mandatory training courses.
5) Maintain safe custody of all drugs and medicines
6) To work unsupervised at times, using ward Protocols and Policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
'I joined as a Registered nurse and I am now a Sister. i am proud of the care the ward provides and I would not want to work anywhere else' (Jude Sister)
Ripon Community Hospital is a much loved local hospital and provides a friendly and welcoming atmosphere with a real sense of community amongst the staff. We aim to reflect the Trust values in everything we do, kindness, integrity, teamwork and equality (KITE)
If youre looking for a Trust who will support you being part of Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust could be just what you are looking for.
1) To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and to provide nursing care for patients. This requires detailed knowledge of equipment and specialised information on procedures undertaken in the clinical environment.
2) In consultation with senior staff, the post holder will help plan, co-ordinate, implement, and evaluate care for patients.
3) Maintain standards in accordance with ward /Trust policies and procedures and NMC code of conduct
4) Maintain a safe working environment, being aware of the necessity to comply with Health & Safety regulations and the Environmental Health Act, and to attend mandatory training courses.
5) Maintain safe custody of all drugs and medicines
6) To work unsupervised at times, using ward Protocols and Policies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oRegistered Nurse with current NMC registration or working towards Registration
Desirable
- oDiploma/Degree in Nursing or related field
Experience
Essential
- oPre registration clinical experience
Desirable
- oWorking with elderly and/or patients with mental health requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oRegistered Nurse with current NMC registration or working towards Registration
Desirable
- oDiploma/Degree in Nursing or related field
Experience
Essential
- oPre registration clinical experience
Desirable
- oWorking with elderly and/or patients with mental health requirements
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).
