Job summary
Are you a qualified or newly qualified nurse looking to take a new step in your nursing career?Our Nurses are real life health care heroes, and we are seeking compassionate people with experience of working in a hospital environment to join our integrated trust.This opportunity is for Surgical or Medical Nurses all across Somerset. There are options to work at Musgrove Park Hospital, Yeovil District Hospital and any our community hospitals! You tell us your preference!As a fully integrated trust, we can offer a collaborative approach to your career with us, meaning if you so choose, there would be opportunities to rotate across all sites and directorates to ensure your skills and knowledge are as broad as they possibly can be. You are the greatest investment we can make.We value our RGNs highly, so development and training within this role will be offered and prioritised. There is an expectation that hours are worked flexibly over a rota basis which does include nights and weekends. We have full time and part time hours available.You will require good communication skills, a team work approach and be able provide a high standard of nursing care with the support of your team.Informal visits/chats always welcome - contact us today to discuss the position in more detail or organise for you to come and visit!This advert is open to registered or newly qualified nurses.
Main duties of the job
To provide and maintain a high standard of evidence based, patient centred care. To demonstrate good interpersonal skills and to develop practical skills required within the speciality, whist reflecting the philosophy of care.To deliver patient care on a daily basis, using the systems in place in the department for a multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred care delivery, which builds on the philosophy of greater involvement of patients and their relatives/carers by using the Trusts patient and public involvement strategy.Experienced Band 5 post holders will also provide effective clinical and managerial leadership of the department, in the absence of the senior members of the team, which empowers staff to deliver patient- centred, evidence based nursing care
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC level 1 registrationAbility to recognise a deteriorating patient and escalate accordingly Minimum of 6 months post registration experience in an acute care setting. Evidence of a good standard of literacy/English language skills Problem solving and decision making skills Ability to interpret complex data Ability to use a I.T devices Ability to plan and manage a fluctuating work load ensuring care is delivered in an efficient and effective manner Ability to manage own workload and learning Ability to stand for long periods of time General fitness to move patients and equipment around the unit and hospital. Ability to use manual handling devices following specific training.
- Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
Desirable
- Mentorship courseVenepuncture/ Cannulation TrainingAn understanding of critical illness
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 6 months post registration experience in an acute care setting.
Desirable
- Previous Endoscopy Experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC level 1 registrationAbility to recognise a deteriorating patient and escalate accordingly Minimum of 6 months post registration experience in an acute care setting. Evidence of a good standard of literacy/English language skills Problem solving and decision making skills Ability to interpret complex data Ability to use a I.T devices Ability to plan and manage a fluctuating work load ensuring care is delivered in an efficient and effective manner Ability to manage own workload and learning Ability to stand for long periods of time General fitness to move patients and equipment around the unit and hospital. Ability to use manual handling devices following specific training.
- Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
Desirable
- Mentorship courseVenepuncture/ Cannulation TrainingAn understanding of critical illness
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 6 months post registration experience in an acute care setting.
Desirable
- Previous Endoscopy Experience
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).
