Staff Nurse - Acute Ward - Jersey - £48K-£55K

Health and Community Services

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Job summary

We are looking for a kind and compassionate nurse to join our ward. Someone who is patient focused and works well within a team. Rozel Ward is an acute medical ward which consists of 13 single rooms. We have a current nurse to patient ratio of 1 to 4 and 1 to 6 or 7 on night duty. We are a close knit team of 13 Nurses and 9 HCA's and appreciate a flexible shift pattern with work/life balance. As Ward managers we pride ourselves on up-to-date Appraisals and are passionate about the professional development for our team. The hospital has its own education centre which links in with a UK university. Currently we have RN's currently undertaking their MSC programmes. All supported with generous funding and study time. You are granted on average 195.0 hours and 10 public holidays equating to a further 75 hours per year which are unique to Jersey's historic occasions. If you think that this job could be for you then we'd love to hear from you. Please contact for any further information.

Main duties of the job

This role operates across a range of clinical areas within the acute and community services. You will plan and deliver an effective and competent level of care, be fully aware of the needs of the patients and drive the standard in patient care. Working collaboratively with colleagues across other department to ensure the continuity in patient care, acting as a role model for colleagues, patients, and relatives. Supervise the care given by Healthcare Assistants and provide guidance and training as appropriate.

About us

Jersey is just 14 miles (20km) from the west coast of France and 85 miles (137km) from the south coast of England. The island is easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe. There are up to 40 daily flights in and out of the island

Striking scenery, a safe and inclusive society, miles of sandy beaches, high performing schools, an enviable work-life balance, a heritage, political and economic stability, low personal taxes, warm summers and mild winters.

Find out more at gov.je/movingtoJersey

Jersey has been a Crown Dependency since 1290, which means its not part of the UK but a self-governing possession of The Crown. Jersey has its own democratically elected parliament, government, tax system, and laws. However, the island does have a close historic relationship with France and the UK and relies on the UK for defence and international relations. It is also part of the Common Travel Area (CTA) which allows British citizens to move freely between the UK, Republic of Ireland, and the Channel Islands without a passport.

Jersey offers extensive and quality healthcare services, with private and state supported options available. The NHS is not available in Jersey, healthcare services are delivered by Health and Community Services. For the first 6 months, health care services will be provided at an added cost.

Date posted

24 October 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£48,986 to £55,293 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

K0011-SOJ15211

Job locations

Government Of Jersey

19-21 Broad Street

St. Helier

Jersey

Channel Islands

JE2 3RR

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the guidelines of the NMC Code (2015) and apply these to maintain trust and credibility with patients, carers and colleagues.

The post holder will keep fully up to date with developments within own professional discipline and maintain an adequate awareness of developments in clinical and nursing practice and will share clinical knowledge and experience.

The post holder will contribute to the development of a philosophy of care which encourages the creation of a therapeutic environment for patients.

The post holder will maintain a professional portfolio which demonstrates the continuing acquisition of skills, knowledge, attitudes, understanding and achievement.

The post holder will co-ordinate the care for specified individual patients or patient groups by consistently compiling care plans which meet identified treatment goals resulting in high quality patient care.

The post holder will demonstrate enhance nursing practice by acquiring knowledge and skills in reading, interpreting and evaluating research to pursue evidence based practice.

The post holder will contribute to setting standards and will maintain standards in the clinical area.

The post holder will participate in clinical audit and will enhance nursing care by acting as a role model in terms of own care delivery.

The post holder will demonstrate proficiency in performing investigations and treatment in accordance with defined standards. He/she may be required to act in the capacity as an independent and supplementary prescriber within specific clinical areas agreed by the organisation.

The post holder will demonstrate effective infection prevention and challenge poor practice.

The post holder will consistently provide high quality advice to patients, carers, colleagues and will act as health promoter, incorporating health promotion themes into nursing practice.

The post holder takes responsibility for the safeguarding and welfare of all children, adults and/or families within their care and contact. He/she shall be aware of and comply with all safeguarding polices and procedures

The post holder will maintain accurate patient documentation and produce high quality patient information.

The post holder will demonstrate the ability to lead and direct the team when required to do so. He/she will work collaboratively as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, demonstrating well established networks and developing team building skills.

The post holder will understand and promote team goals and will demonstrate effective supervision of junior staff.

The post holder will seek opportunities to develop knowledge, skills and experience and will participate constructively in Performance Review and Appraisal System, taking responsibility for life-long learning.

The post holder will assist junior staff to identify and meet learning objectives by using the principles of teaching and learning.

The post holder will make a significant contribution to the overall physical environment and also contribute to the development of the Risk Management Plan for the area.

The post holder will contribute to the ongoing audit of infection control within the clinical area.

NB: The above does not purport to be an exhaustive list of duties but is intended to indicate the range and type of duties required. The duties of the post may alter to reflect changing practice or demands of the service