Job summary
"I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to have worked alongside such an amazing team. Thank you for all that you teach me"says one of our Registered Nurses.
We are recruiting experienced Registered Nurses to:
- Farndale Ward - We care for patients who are reviewed by a consultant, given a treatment plan and discharged, kept in a short stay bed or admitted to a longer stay specialty bed.
To ask a question or book a visit please email hannah.dickinson5@nhs.net
To enrich your own development we can offer funded continued personal development opportunities.
This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to develop our skills, and grow our workforce in preparation to relocate to our exemplar digital ward.
Please note that we do not have any places available for OSCE training in 2024. This role requires NMC registration and acute medical experience.
Main duties of the job
Farndale ward is led by experienced Ward Manager Hannah, a team of dedicated Band 6 Sisters, and a supportive Matron.
As a Trust we offer our Registered Nurses:
- 4 weeks supernumerary for experienced Nurses
- Opportunity to undertake key clinical skills training including cannulation, phlebotomy, ECG recording and NIV training.
- You will be assigned a mentor to guide and support your development
- Access to clinical skills training in our Clinical Skills Lab and personal development courses
- First Line Leadership programme to help develop your leadership skills
- Band 6 and 7 development posts
- Support and guidance with revalidation
We also have social events throughout the year, as it is important to celebrate each other's successes and take time away to decompress.
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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
What our staff and trust colleagues said about us:
Thank you all for being amazing, continue to be the kind, caring and compassionate individuals you are. I am very proud to work alongside each of you
Thank you for guiding me and teaching me in my new role, its a privilege to learn from you all
As a student nurse I am grateful to have the opportunity to learn from the nursing staff on this ward. I am proud to be part of the ward
If you're looking for a new professional challenge and want to join a supportive team, then one of our Acute Medical wards might be the right place for you.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job Description
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 and when trained demonstrate the manipulation, dexterity and co-ordination of IV drugs.
6) To work unsupervised at times, using ward Protocols and Policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What our staff and trust colleagues said about us:
Thank you all for being amazing, continue to be the kind, caring and compassionate individuals you are. I am very proud to work alongside each of you
Thank you for guiding me and teaching me in my new role, its a privilege to learn from you all
As a student nurse I am grateful to have the opportunity to learn from the nursing staff on this ward. I am proud to be part of the ward
If you're looking for a new professional challenge and want to join a supportive team, then one of our Acute Medical wards might be the right place for you.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job Description
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 and when trained demonstrate the manipulation, dexterity and co-ordination of IV drugs.
6) To work unsupervised at times, using ward Protocols and Policies.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 1 year of post-NMC registration clinical experience
Desirable
- Acute medical ward experience
Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Personal characteristics
Essential
- Demonstrates HDFT's values when providing patient care
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 1 year of post-NMC registration clinical experience
Desirable
- Acute medical ward experience
Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Personal characteristics
Essential
- Demonstrates HDFT's values when providing patient care
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).
