Job summary
Join Our Expanding Surgical Team at Fairfield General Hospital!
Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce the expansion of our surgical services at Fairfield General Hospital, and we're searching for passionate Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our dynamic team.
With the recent opening of our state-of-the-art 21-bed inpatient surgical unit, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to our diverse patient population, including those undergoing ENT procedures, urology, gynaecology, and general surgery. As the only site in the area specialising in ENT inpatient care, this is a unique opportunity to enhance your skills and experience in a variety of surgical disciplines.
We offer a permanent, part-time, making this an ideal opportunity for dedicated nurses looking to make a real impact in a fast-paced environment. Your empathy, communication, and interpersonal skills will be essential as you work collaboratively with a motivated team focused on delivering top-tier patient care.
If you thrive in a busy setting and are driven by a passion for making a difference in patients' lives, we want to hear from you! Join us at Fairfield General Hospital and be a part of a team that puts patient care at the forefront of everything we do.
Don't miss out on this chance to advance your nursing career and contribute to our expanding surgical unit. Apply today and help us shape the future of surgical care at Fairfield.
Main duties of the job
Ward 12 is a dynamic medical/surgical ENT ward that offers a unique blend of cases, allowing you to develop your skills and broaden your nursing experience like never before. Whether you're a newly qualified nurse or an experienced professional, we're looking for dedicated individuals who are eager to learn and grow within an enthusiastic team committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care.
In addition to traditional ENT cases, our ward features a mix of medical and surgical beds, providing you with a diverse range of experiences that will enhance your clinical capabilities. We actively engage in initiatives such as End PJ Paralysis, e-obs for deteriorating patients, C. diff awareness, and pressure ulcer prevention, all discussed in our monthly ward meetings where your voice matters!
Join our vibrant team and contribute to a ward that is not just fast-paced, but also recognised for its excellence--boasting triple Green NAAS awards.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Join Our Compassionate Team: Your Commitment to Patient Care Starts Here!
At our hospital, we prioritise the well-being of both our staff and our patients. When you join us, you can expect a supportive, well-staffed environment where each shift includes a dedicated coordinator to help guide you. Our experienced senior nurses value and appreciate your contributions, ensuring you feel recognisedand supported from day one.
We believe in your growth! That's why we offer a robust preceptorship program and a wealth of opportunities for secondments and link nurse positions, helping you enhance your skills and expand your knowledge. Plus, you'll have the benefit of a fully-staffed team of enthusiastic support workers ready to assist you in delivering top-notch care every step of the way.
Are You the Right Fit for Us?
Were seeking dedicated and reliable individuals who are eager to learn and collaborate as part of a forward-thinking team. You should be self-motivated and capable of working independently when necessary. Your compassion and empathy are crucialour patients and their families rely on you to respect their needs while also fostering a supportive atmosphere among your colleagues.
If youre ready to make a real difference and willing to embrace change with a positive attitude, we invite you to join us! We encourage you to visit our ward and experience firsthand how our team works before applying. Come see why our commitment to care extends to our staff, and be a part of something special!
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse or Midwife in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.
The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receivea full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website:https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/
We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and return your application form as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Join Our Compassionate Team: Your Commitment to Patient Care Starts Here!
At our hospital, we prioritise the well-being of both our staff and our patients. When you join us, you can expect a supportive, well-staffed environment where each shift includes a dedicated coordinator to help guide you. Our experienced senior nurses value and appreciate your contributions, ensuring you feel recognisedand supported from day one.
We believe in your growth! That's why we offer a robust preceptorship program and a wealth of opportunities for secondments and link nurse positions, helping you enhance your skills and expand your knowledge. Plus, you'll have the benefit of a fully-staffed team of enthusiastic support workers ready to assist you in delivering top-notch care every step of the way.
Are You the Right Fit for Us?
Were seeking dedicated and reliable individuals who are eager to learn and collaborate as part of a forward-thinking team. You should be self-motivated and capable of working independently when necessary. Your compassion and empathy are crucialour patients and their families rely on you to respect their needs while also fostering a supportive atmosphere among your colleagues.
If youre ready to make a real difference and willing to embrace change with a positive attitude, we invite you to join us! We encourage you to visit our ward and experience firsthand how our team works before applying. Come see why our commitment to care extends to our staff, and be a part of something special!
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse or Midwife in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.
The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receivea full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website:https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/
We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and return your application form as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration
- Willingness to undertake further study
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate ENT/ surgical experience
Desirable
- Demonstrates experience of caring for patients in an acute setting
Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills
- Demonstrates ability to work within a team
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to assess, plan and implement and evaluate care of the ENT patient
Other
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to work flexible shift patterns
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration
- Willingness to undertake further study
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate ENT/ surgical experience
Desirable
- Demonstrates experience of caring for patients in an acute setting
Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills
- Demonstrates ability to work within a team
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to assess, plan and implement and evaluate care of the ENT patient
Other
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to work flexible shift patterns
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).