Job summary
THIS VACANCY IS NOT SUITABLE FOR INTERNATIONAL NURSES WISHING TO JOIN THE TRUST AS AN ADAPTATION NURSE. THESE VACANCIES WILL BE ADVERTISED VIA NHS JOBS WHEN THEY ARISE.
An exciting opportunity has
arisen for enthusiastic and forward thinking Registered Nurse to join our
nursing team at Haven Court.
We are an 80-bedded, purpose
built facility providing a comprehensive range of services. This includes long
term residential and nursing care services, reablement and respite services,
day services and a range of health and social care services for older people.
We are also proud to announce the recent opening of the Cedar Unit which offers
6 dedicated end of life beds/palliative care beds.
Haven Court provides a
friendly caring environment for older people, where they are treated with
respect, courtesy and dignity. Our professional team of staff have put the
needs of the service users and their carers first whilst fully involving them
in their care planning.
Main duties of the job
Working under the direction of
the Registered Manager and Deputies, the successful candidate will oversee the
effective delivery of the service on a daily basis, liaise with families and
other agencies and represent the best interests of the residents within the
nursing and residential units. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will
provide personalised, high quality and safe care whilst being involved in
helping to shape services and future developments. You should be able to
demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be
supported in your development and further learning opportunities are available.
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You
will be flexible to meet the needs of the service and be able to meet the
requirements of the shift pattern which includes a combination of long days,
earlies, lates and rotation onto nightshift. The roster covers 7 days of the
week, 24 hours per day. Full time, part time and flexible working is available
About us
Join our team and make a difference every day We believe that its the people who make our home truly happy, so if you have a passion for delivering outstanding care or are someone who would enjoy helping our residents to live happy and fulfilling lives, then we want to hear from you.
Our staff play an integral role in the lives of our residents and their families and are the most vital members of our team. You will share our passion for putting the needs and wellbeing of our residents first, finding new ways to enrich our service provision and delivering outstanding care.
In return we will give you superb support on every level to ensure your success. We will provide robust operational and clinical support, assist with personal and professional development and training, and provide you with top-class resources to help you make a difference every day.
At Haven Court we take a compassionate approach to care. We provide a range of health and social care services including; residential and nursing care, palliative care and end of life, dementia care and re-enablement.
Our team aims to provide care for residents that is safe, effective and responsive. The residents welfare, happiness and dignity is our number one priority.
Haven Court opened in August 2016 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Registered Nurse, the postholder will provide leadership to the care and nursing
functions of the service, promoting a caring environment for service users through high
standards of professional practice that will be conducive to the needs of the individuals,
their carers and families.
The postholder will ensure that each service user receives care appropriate to their
individual needs and implement and exceed the requirements of the standards agreed,
legislative requirements, and relevant regulations and in line with accepted best practices
and company Policies and Procedures.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Registered Nurse, the postholder will provide leadership to the care and nursing
functions of the service, promoting a caring environment for service users through high
standards of professional practice that will be conducive to the needs of the individuals,
their carers and families.
The postholder will ensure that each service user receives care appropriate to their
individual needs and implement and exceed the requirements of the standards agreed,
legislative requirements, and relevant regulations and in line with accepted best practices
and company Policies and Procedures.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level registration as Registered Nurse
- Experience in the care of older people and those with dementia.
- Demonstrable leadership experience
- Practical experience of implementing and ensuring a person centred care
- Ability to initiate action and operate independently
- Ability to exercise sound judgement think analytically and apply problem solving techniques.
- Effective communication skills
- Significant knowledge of current national policies & agenda relating to social care
- Significant knowledge of infection control
- IT skills able to use Microsoft office
- Demonstration of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Experience of supporting new service developments
Skills / Knowledge Attributes /
Essential
- Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support
- Commitment to respecting the rights of customers at all times and to promoting their privacy, dignity and independence throughout their lives
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with evidence of customer engagement
- Recent experience in Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
- Excellent IT skills
- Ability to lead by example, motivate and empower others
- Able to remain calm in challenging situations and work
- under pressure
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level registration as Registered Nurse
- Experience in the care of older people and those with dementia.
- Demonstrable leadership experience
- Practical experience of implementing and ensuring a person centred care
- Ability to initiate action and operate independently
- Ability to exercise sound judgement think analytically and apply problem solving techniques.
- Effective communication skills
- Significant knowledge of current national policies & agenda relating to social care
- Significant knowledge of infection control
- IT skills able to use Microsoft office
- Demonstration of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Experience of supporting new service developments
Skills / Knowledge Attributes /
Essential
- Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support
- Commitment to respecting the rights of customers at all times and to promoting their privacy, dignity and independence throughout their lives
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with evidence of customer engagement
- Recent experience in Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
- Excellent IT skills
- Ability to lead by example, motivate and empower others
- Able to remain calm in challenging situations and work
- under pressure
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
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).
