Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity available at the Royal Cornwall Hospital for Pre Registered & Registered Nurses to join our committed team on Wellington Ward in the Specialist Medicine Care Group.
Wellington Ward cares for people with acute and chronic Respiratory conditions. We are seeking applications from nurses who have the ability and determination to learn in these specialties to gain new skills and competencies. You will be working on a ward that provides a positive environment to work in, whilst respecting your contribution to work within a specialty that gives you an opportunity to do what you do best, care for patients.
We encourage applicants to be from both acute and non-acute nursing backgrounds and who are motivated to develop the highest standards of care and who are committed to continuous improvement.
This is a full-time role for 37.5 hours per week. However, part-time hours would also be considered.
Main duties of the job
Our specialty makes us an exciting and ambitious forward thinking ward that provides holistic, multi-professional care. Wellington Ward is involved in delivering a respiratory higher care service for patients that require that level of support. This will lead to additional training opportunities in non-invasive ventilation, chest drain management, reading ABGs and venepuncture/cannulation. We also provide holistic care for patients with chronic respiratory conditions and work closely with members of the Respiratory Specialist Nursing Team.
As a Registered Nurse you will be a key player of the team in decision making for the on-going treatment and care. We are seeking to appoint highly motivated and enthusiastic people that want to ensure the highest of quality in nursing care whilst respecting patient's privacy and dignity.
Successful applicants will have excellent communication skills and have a good knowledge and understanding of clinical standards. You must be able to work on your own initiative and also be an excellent team player whilst being prepared to develop as an individual and support others to develop.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a skilled member of the nursing team.
To provide a high standard of compassionate patient centred care.
To lead and supervise the work of other qualified and unqualified staff within the team
To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
To be able to take charge of the ward in the absence of senior nursing staff, as deemed appropriate by the Ward Sister / Charge Nurse or Clinical Matron.
For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways. Please talk to us at interview about any flexible working arrangements you would prefer or require. While we may not be able to fully accommodate all requests, such requests will not be referenced during the interview scoring process, and we will fully consider and try to accommodate them for successful applicants.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a skilled member of the nursing team.
To provide a high standard of compassionate patient centred care.
To lead and supervise the work of other qualified and unqualified staff within the team
To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
To be able to take charge of the ward in the absence of senior nursing staff, as deemed appropriate by the Ward Sister / Charge Nurse or Clinical Matron.
For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways. Please talk to us at interview about any flexible working arrangements you would prefer or require. While we may not be able to fully accommodate all requests, such requests will not be referenced during the interview scoring process, and we will fully consider and try to accommodate them for successful applicants.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 1 Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration / students pending registration
Desirable
- Assessing & Mentoring qualification or Commitment to obtain assessing / mentoring qualification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of six months experience in an acute Trust within the last twelve months (this can include student placement)
Desirable
- Experience within Cardiology and Respiratory
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of evidence based practice to enhance care
- Understanding of professional and current issues in nursing
- Understanding of the importance of research and evidence based practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 1 Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration / students pending registration
Desirable
- Assessing & Mentoring qualification or Commitment to obtain assessing / mentoring qualification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of six months experience in an acute Trust within the last twelve months (this can include student placement)
Desirable
- Experience within Cardiology and Respiratory
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of evidence based practice to enhance care
- Understanding of professional and current issues in nursing
- Understanding of the importance of research and evidence based practice
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).
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