Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Staff Nurse - Ward 16A

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work on a 27 bedded multi speciality Emergency Surgical Ward at Stoke Mandeville Hospital.

We are looking to recruit a keen, enthusiastic, highly motivated and dynamic individual to deliver and drive high standards of safe patient care.

We have some excellent opportunities for you to expand your clinical skills and be part of our friendly, supportive, proactive team.

In-house specialist training is provided and we actively promote professional development and strive to offer a learning environment where staff feel empowered to enhance their knowledge and skills.

If you are a newly qualified nurse, you will be supported through the Trusts 2 year preceptorship programme.

For experienced nurses, your development will be tailored to your individual needs along with a specifically designed surgical competency passport.

If you think that you would enjoy this challenge, have an approachable manner and excellent communication skills ,are a highly motivated Nurse and would like to work within a supportive and innovative environment we would be pleased to receive your application.

Shifs are based on a 24/7 shift rotation of long days and nights to meet the needs of the service.

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is dedicated to providing good communication networks and supporting staff`s wellbeing. The trust has a dedicated wellness hub for staff to access.

Main duties of the job

Acts at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct.Supervises the work of the nursing team, ensuring individual programmes of care are formulated accordingly to patient needs and current research/guidelines.Undertakes the assessment of patients including risk assessments e.g Purpose T and falls assessmentsEnsures planned nursing care is delivered safely and effectively taking into account the views of the patient and their relatives.Ensures plans of care are implemented and updated as appropriate.Advises on the promotion of health and prevention of illness.

Acts as link nurse to other specialties.Participates in Audits relevant to the ward area

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Date posted

15 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year Per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

434-SCC5204872-A

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

Registered Nurse or student nurse awaiting confirmation
Committed to own professional development to enhance practice

Desirable

Post registration Education eg Mentorship, Intravenous drug administration, Intravenous cannulation desirable but not essential.

EXPERIENCE

Desirable

Six months post registration experience desirable but not essential
Previous surgical nursing experience

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

The ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and the MDT verbally and non-verbal with clear concise documentation
Willingness to reflect and alter communication skills according to the patient/client group and situation
Be able to care for patients without prejudice related to gender, religion, disability

Desirable

Ability to work under pressure on a busy acute ward with high acuity patients
Aware of the NMC code of conduct and the implications on care provided to client group, critically analysing situations to ensure patient safety and safe practice

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Desirable

Ability to travel to other sites when necessary
Flexible and able to work internal rotation, day and nights

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

Registered Nurse or student nurse awaiting confirmation
Committed to own professional development to enhance practice

Desirable

Post registration Education eg Mentorship, Intravenous drug administration, Intravenous cannulation desirable but not essential.

EXPERIENCE

Desirable

Six months post registration experience desirable but not essential
Previous surgical nursing experience

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

The ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and the MDT verbally and non-verbal with clear concise documentation
Willingness to reflect and alter communication skills according to the patient/client group and situation
Be able to care for patients without prejudice related to gender, religion, disability

Desirable

Ability to work under pressure on a busy acute ward with high acuity patients
Aware of the NMC code of conduct and the implications on care provided to client group, critically analysing situations to ensure patient safety and safe practice

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Desirable

Ability to travel to other sites when necessary
Flexible and able to work internal rotation, day and nights

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.

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)