Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic
team player to come and join our nursing team to cover Maternity Cover for 12
months. We have a full time and
part-time positions. Evesham Community
Hospital is a 50 bedded stroke and general rehabilitation unit. The nursing
staff work alongside the therapy team and adopt a multidisciplinary team
approach to providing rehab to the patients.
We require an innovative, enthusiastic, motivated individual
interested in all areas of rehab. You will be required to plan, implement,
evaluate and take responsibility for the nursing care of the ward patients on a
daily basis. You will be expected to facilitate and support the patient and
their families throughout their pathway from admission to discharge.
Evesham Community Hospital plays a critical role in the
delivery of local NHS services, providing more care and treatment closer to
peoples homes. Emphasis is to reduce length of stay whilst ensuring excellent
care which is safe, effective, personalised and compassionate and to the
standards you would expect for your family and friends.
Main duties of the job
As a
Staff Nurse you will be responsible for providing care to people admitted to
our wards for rehabilitation. We work closely as a multi-disciplinary team. Our
focusispromoting the comfort and wellbeing of patients,
enablingthemto live as independently as possible. Evesham is a friendly team to work with. As a
team we encourage ongoing learning and development through reflection and
clinical supervision which we try and embed in our daily practice. Our nurses
are required to facilitate the day to day running of the ward, administering
medications, working alongside all members of the MDT as well as patients,
their families and carers to provided 24/7 rehabilitation to enable the highest
level of independence and quality of life. Our nurses are required to attend meetings as
needed such as MDT and CHC or Discharge Planning.
About us
We are community hospitals, neighbourhood teams and community health services across Worcestershire and the provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. We work in partnership with other organisations to keep our community well at home for as long as possible.
We provide services for people of all ages, across a range of settings, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions.
We have an open and supportive culture, recognised by the CQC and other external regulators. We want you to thrive, offering you every opportunity to develop. We will support you; help you fulfil your ambitions with a varied and flexible training programme; and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We endeavour to offer an attractive work-life balance, with flexibility in our approach to help you get the most out of your career.
We provide our staff with direct access to a wealth of resources to support their wellbeing, from our Staff Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub, to wellbeing festivals or access to free online exercise classes.
At the core of our values, we are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights. We take every opportunity to strengthen our approach to equality and diversity in delivering best patient care and the employment of our staff.
We would encourage you to visit the Trusts Recruitment Microsite, click the Employer Website link.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
The post holder
will:
Behave consistently
with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote these on day to day
basis.
Use their initiative
and take responsibility for themselves and the quality of their work and the
service they provide to patients.
Responsible for the
assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients care within
the Ward/unit, working in accordance with the philosophy of patient centered
care and to NSF and other Trust standards.
Practice as a member
of the Community Hospital Nursing team, to support and work in partnership with
the wider multidisciplinary team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Will have
competencies in all of the following and will:
Planning and
Delivery of Individual Nursing Care under Direction of Senior Staff
Work within the NMC
Code of Professional Conduct.
Assess, plan, and,
implement and evaluate patient focused nursing care.
Document care given
and maintain contemporaneous records.
Maintain records in
accordance with the Trusts policy and that of NMC Code of Professional
Conduct.
Assist in
implementation of health promotion strategies, as agreed by Ward Manager.
In consultation with
senior qualified staff, provide and monitor patient centered care within Trust
agreed standards.
In collaboration
with other team members organise the reception and discharge of patients
ensuring effective communication in transfer of information.
Carry out delegated
nursing care.
Use and participate
in research / audit in care delivery.
Adhere to and
promote all clinical practice, health and safety and corporate Trust Policies
and Guidelines.
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
The post holder
will:
Behave consistently
with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote these on day to day
basis.
Use their initiative
and take responsibility for themselves and the quality of their work and the
service they provide to patients.
Responsible for the
assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients care within
the Ward/unit, working in accordance with the philosophy of patient centered
care and to NSF and other Trust standards.
Practice as a member
of the Community Hospital Nursing team, to support and work in partnership with
the wider multidisciplinary team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Will have
competencies in all of the following and will:
Planning and
Delivery of Individual Nursing Care under Direction of Senior Staff
Work within the NMC
Code of Professional Conduct.
Assess, plan, and,
implement and evaluate patient focused nursing care.
Document care given
and maintain contemporaneous records.
Maintain records in
accordance with the Trusts policy and that of NMC Code of Professional
Conduct.
Assist in
implementation of health promotion strategies, as agreed by Ward Manager.
In consultation with
senior qualified staff, provide and monitor patient centered care within Trust
agreed standards.
In collaboration
with other team members organise the reception and discharge of patients
ensuring effective communication in transfer of information.
Carry out delegated
nursing care.
Use and participate
in research / audit in care delivery.
Adhere to and
promote all clinical practice, health and safety and corporate Trust Policies
and Guidelines.
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience gained during pre-registration training
Desirable
- Post-registration experience in an inpatient setting
- Previous experience of day to day management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Role modelling good behaviour
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
- Ability to communicate effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Able to work competently without supervision
- Reflective practitioner
- Compassion and empathy skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Proven ability to motivate others
- Versatile and adaptable
- Self-motivated
- Able to cope under pressure
- Team player
- Basic IT skills
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to carry out physical requirements of the role e.g. using mechanical hoists to move patients
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- GCSE English (grade A-C) or equivalent
- GCSE Maths (grade A-C) or equivalent
- IT Qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience gained during pre-registration training
Desirable
- Post-registration experience in an inpatient setting
- Previous experience of day to day management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Role modelling good behaviour
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
- Ability to communicate effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Able to work competently without supervision
- Reflective practitioner
- Compassion and empathy skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Proven ability to motivate others
- Versatile and adaptable
- Self-motivated
- Able to cope under pressure
- Team player
- Basic IT skills
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to carry out physical requirements of the role e.g. using mechanical hoists to move patients
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- GCSE English (grade A-C) or equivalent
- GCSE Maths (grade A-C) or equivalent
- IT Qualification
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).
