Job summary
Are you an internationally trained nurse? Have you passed your CBT / IELTS, and need support with your OSCE? If so, we have the job for you!
NHS organisations in Norfolk and Waveney are pleased to be working together to recruit internationally trained nurses to come and join us in 2023.
We have created a vibrant and welcoming environment for nurses who have trained overseas. Working with our partners across Norfolk & Waveney, we've designed training programmes and support packages to help you quickly settle into life in the beautiful county of Norfolk and work to pass your OSCE and gain your NMC registration. Benefits of our programme include;
- Certificate of Sponsorship / Visa Support
- CBT and IELTs/OET Reimbursements
- Flights to the UK
- Airport Transfers
- Accommodation
- OSCE Training
Our international recruitment programme will take you through the steps you'll need to develop yourself as a fully trained nurse with UK registration. You'll join us initially as a Band 4 Pre-registered Nurse and spend your first few weeks being supported in our training rooms to prepare for your OSCE. Once your OSCE preparation programme is complete you will commence your induction to working as a nurse with one of our NHS partner organisations and then begin clinical work as a Pre-Registered Nurse, until you receive your NMC PIN.
Main duties of the job
The NHS in Norfolk and Waveney can offer a broad range of opportunities to work with a wide variety of specialities: you might be interested in our busy Emergency Department and Trauma teams or have experience working within operating theatres, perhaps you would like to work with our teams that look after elderly patients or be at the forefront of the teams delivering life changing cancer treatments- whatever your interest, we hope that you will share our passion for delivering the best possible patient care.
Whether you are interested in working in one of our three large acute hospitals, have experience in mental health nursing or would like to work as part of our Community nursing teams, helping patients manage their conditions from their own homes, our NHS providers are able to offer you a rewarding career pathway and plenty of support to help you achieve your personal and professional goals
About us
Once you've achieved your NMC registration, you'll have a range of opportunities open up to you and will be well supported in your career goals and your ongoing transition into life in the UK.
Please apply today if you're interested in joining us and working in one of the following NHS Trusts:
- James Paget University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Norfolk and Suffolk Hospital NHS Trust
- Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust
The beautiful county of Norfolk and a very warm welcome awaits...
** We regret that we are unable to accept applications from candidates living in Red and Amber listed countries on theCode of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England. For further information, please follow this link Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) **
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.
- Ensure that agreed standards of nursing practice within the ward/department area are maintained.
- Ensure that all Trust, Divisional, and Ward/Department Health & Safety Policies are adhered to.
- Maintain personal contact with patients, other health care disciplines, relatives and visitors.
- Mentorship support of new staff.
- Mentorship/support of student nurses.
- To undertake appropriate enhanced roles, following the necessary training, e.g. IV drug administration, ECG recording.
- Ensure safe custody and administration of drugs, in accordance with Trust Policy. Professional Issues
- To keep abreast of current trends and developments within nursing, beingconstantly aware of the need for self-development.
- To participate in Personal Development Planning
- To participate in Health Promotion and Rehabilitation Advice to patients and relatives.
- Undertake specific projects requested by Ward/Department Manager.
- Support/promote effective usage of all ward/department resources.
- Flexibility of hours of work as to fit the needs of the service.
- To keep in line with PREPP for re-registration
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.
- Ensure that agreed standards of nursing practice within the ward/department area are maintained.
- Ensure that all Trust, Divisional, and Ward/Department Health & Safety Policies are adhered to.
- Maintain personal contact with patients, other health care disciplines, relatives and visitors.
- Mentorship support of new staff.
- Mentorship/support of student nurses.
- To undertake appropriate enhanced roles, following the necessary training, e.g. IV drug administration, ECG recording.
- Ensure safe custody and administration of drugs, in accordance with Trust Policy. Professional Issues
- To keep abreast of current trends and developments within nursing, beingconstantly aware of the need for self-development.
- To participate in Personal Development Planning
- To participate in Health Promotion and Rehabilitation Advice to patients and relatives.
- Undertake specific projects requested by Ward/Department Manager.
- Support/promote effective usage of all ward/department resources.
- Flexibility of hours of work as to fit the needs of the service.
- To keep in line with PREPP for re-registration
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Diploma/degree in nursing studies or working towards
Desirable
- Undertaken mentorship training
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in past 12 - 18 months of looking after patients in a healthcare environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience within an Acute setting
- Broad clinical knowledge base
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good organisational and team building skills
- Accurate document presentation and attention to detail
- IT skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Diploma/degree in nursing studies or working towards
Desirable
- Undertaken mentorship training
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in past 12 - 18 months of looking after patients in a healthcare environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience within an Acute setting
- Broad clinical knowledge base
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good organisational and team building skills
- Accurate document presentation and attention to detail
- IT skills
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).
