Job summary
Looking for your first hospital role as a newly qualified nurse? Already working in an acute NHS setting and ready for a fresh challenge? We'd love to hear from you!
We are actively recruiting to our nursing vacancies across University Hospitals of Northamptonshire, offering you the chance to build your career while making a real difference to patients.
We know that starting your first role or changing role can feel daunting, which is why we are committed to providing you with the guidance, mentorship and support that you will need.
Please note: Interviews will be held face to face at our Assessment Centre. We are unable to offer remote interviews or alternative dates. As part of this process, you will be required to be interviewed and participate in several assessments on the day.
Main duties of the job
We know that outstanding care starts with outstanding people. That's why at UHN we are actively recruiting passionate newly qualified nurses and those with acute NHS experience who are ready to take the next step in their careers. Whether you're looking for your first hospital role or eager to build on your existing skills, UHN offers you the support and opportunities to thrive.
As a Registered Nurse at UHN, you will:
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Deliver safe, holistic patient care that meets physical, psychological, and social needs, working within your competency
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Act as a professional role model, demonstrating high standards of practice, communication and professionalism at all times.
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Support the ward team by contributing to improvements in care and practice
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Use clinical assessment tools and risk assessments to monitor patients, escalating concerns promptly to the multidisciplinary team.
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Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues, providing clear explanations, reassurance, and guidance throughout the care pathway
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Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation in line with Trust, departmental, and NMC standards.
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Understand and apply safeguarding procedures, to ensure patient safety.
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Contribute to operational patient flow, including admissions, transfers, discharges, ward board rounds and safety huddles
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Take responsibility for professional development, keeping NMC registration current and engaging with training, supervision, and feedback
About us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust are one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values:
- Compassion
- Accountable
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courageous
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this role, please refer to the Job Description under the Supporting Documents heading. The complete Person Specification can be found in the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.
When applying, please make sure to include the following in your supporting statement:
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The hours you would prefer to work
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Your preferred hospital site (Kettering or Northampton)
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The three specialties you are most interested in working with
Recruitment will take place for the UHN group and you may be allocated to either Kettering or Northampton hospital. Please note: we receive high volumes of applications and due to this if the above information is not included in your supporting statement, you may not be shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this role, please refer to the Job Description under the Supporting Documents heading. The complete Person Specification can be found in the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.
When applying, please make sure to include the following in your supporting statement:
-
The hours you would prefer to work
-
Your preferred hospital site (Kettering or Northampton)
-
The three specialties you are most interested in working with
Recruitment will take place for the UHN group and you may be allocated to either Kettering or Northampton hospital. Please note: we receive high volumes of applications and due to this if the above information is not included in your supporting statement, you may not be shortlisted.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse / Midwife
- Diploma / Degree
Desirable
- Mentor qualification
- Leadership qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Previous Acute NHS experience which can include Student Placement/OSCE experience
- Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning
Desirable
- Evidence of post-registration qualification/education to diploma/degree level
- Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse / Midwife
- Diploma / Degree
Desirable
- Mentor qualification
- Leadership qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Previous Acute NHS experience which can include Student Placement/OSCE experience
- Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning
Desirable
- Evidence of post-registration qualification/education to diploma/degree level
- Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS
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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