Job summary
The Ward accommodates 24 patients with a mixture of bays and en suite rooms.
We have a well-established surgical team which we work with daily and ward based multidisciplinary staff to provide the patients with patient centred care.
We would offer a regular appraisal giving opportunities for development & professional growth and would encourage regular trust training & development study days to promote and enhance skills and knowledge
We have a very friendly well-established nursing team who are dedicated to sharing their skills & knowledge with new and junior staff and we host an excellent clinical area with many possibilities for staff to progress professionally.
Thank you for your interest in this role and we would be delighted to welcome you to Sherwood Forest Hospitals.
Main duties of the job
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of the highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
The post holder will support the Ward Sister in ensuring the delivery of high quality patient care upholding patient dignity delivered with kindness and compassion.
Provide and monitor the nursing care for a designated group of patients during a care episode.
Actively contribute to an effective learning environment.
The post holder will promote a team nursing philosophy of care.
All applications from overseas welcome but professional registration is required.
About us
Thank you for your interest in this role.
Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here and we are the Health Service Journal's Trust of the Year in 2020.
The Care Quality Commission rated King's Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall we are rated Outstanding for care.
For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.
Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients, we also care for you.
We would love you to join us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work within and empower others in pursuit of a shared vision to ensure the affective provision of patient care. Ensure care is delivered in accordance with NMC and Trust policies.
Communication with patients, carers, relatives and multi disciplinary colleagues, ensuring they receive and exchange clear and accurate information, overcoming any differences or barriers to understanding using persuasive, empathic and reassurance skills to gain compliance andconsent. The nature of the information given may be complex and/or sensitive and require persuasion, empathetic and reassurance skills.To form effective partnerships with patients and their family / carers.Create and maintain accurate and legible documentation to support communication and evidence of care given.
Maximise opportunities to participate fully as a team member by sharing knowledge, and information and involving team members in decision making to promote cohesive team working.
To understand his/her role in the organisation and work team and the scope of that role and seeks help when unsure.
Recognise the need for confidentiality regarding individual patients, acting as their advocate when patients themselves are unable to.
The post holder may be required to re-prioritise planned workload and staffing requirements as situations change, and liaise with external agencies.
Undertakes a routine assessment of individuals health and well being using a recognised model of care, promptly alerting the team when there are any changes to an individuals well being or any possible risks.
To recognise the deteriorating patient and escalate accordingly, documenting all actions.
Reports any accidents/incidents directly to the Line Manager, therefore allowing lessons to be learned. Supports the Trust to provide a no blame culture.
Please see the attached document for the full job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work within and empower others in pursuit of a shared vision to ensure the affective provision of patient care. Ensure care is delivered in accordance with NMC and Trust policies.
Communication with patients, carers, relatives and multi disciplinary colleagues, ensuring they receive and exchange clear and accurate information, overcoming any differences or barriers to understanding using persuasive, empathic and reassurance skills to gain compliance andconsent. The nature of the information given may be complex and/or sensitive and require persuasion, empathetic and reassurance skills.To form effective partnerships with patients and their family / carers.Create and maintain accurate and legible documentation to support communication and evidence of care given.
Maximise opportunities to participate fully as a team member by sharing knowledge, and information and involving team members in decision making to promote cohesive team working.
To understand his/her role in the organisation and work team and the scope of that role and seeks help when unsure.
Recognise the need for confidentiality regarding individual patients, acting as their advocate when patients themselves are unable to.
The post holder may be required to re-prioritise planned workload and staffing requirements as situations change, and liaise with external agencies.
Undertakes a routine assessment of individuals health and well being using a recognised model of care, promptly alerting the team when there are any changes to an individuals well being or any possible risks.
To recognise the deteriorating patient and escalate accordingly, documenting all actions.
Reports any accidents/incidents directly to the Line Manager, therefore allowing lessons to be learned. Supports the Trust to provide a no blame culture.
Please see the attached document for the full job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Further Training
Desirable
- Cannulation and venepuncture.
- Supporting students
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working within surgical and medical day case
Qualifications- Academic/ Craft/ Professional
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Well developed communication skills and time management.
- Effective organisational abilities.
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- Continued Professional Development.
- Ability to work flexibly within working hours of ward/department.
- Demonstrate professionalism and patient advocacy.
Person Specification
Further Training
Desirable
- Cannulation and venepuncture.
- Supporting students
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working within surgical and medical day case
Qualifications- Academic/ Craft/ Professional
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Well developed communication skills and time management.
- Effective organisational abilities.
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- Continued Professional Development.
- Ability to work flexibly within working hours of ward/department.
- Demonstrate professionalism and patient advocacy.
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).
