Job summary
Are you looking for a fast-paced and demanding but rewarding nursing career? Then look no further!
Ward 8 at Newcastle's Freeman Hospital is the regional centre of expertise for the dynamic and life-changing specialty of vascular surgery. We care for patients from all over the northern region with all forms of circulatory diseases, many of whom present with complex conditions such as:
o Carotid stenosiso Peripheral artery diseaseo Abdominal aneurysmso Ischaemiao Complications due to diabetes and ulcerationso Ongoing complex wound management both at ward level and surgically
This exciting field of surgery is innovative, where we constantly pioneer new treatment techniques, and offer a unique blend of both surgical and medical nursing, which will appeal to confident, self-assured nurses looking for a role which offers high levels of job satisfaction with excellent opportunities for progression.
Wound management including debridement and complex dressing is a major part of the nursing role on Ward 8 and we are passionate about ensuring our nurses can autonomously carry out comprehensive patient assessment, whilst developing advanced clinical skills in a range of competencies; for example vacuum assisted closure (VAC), larvae therapy and compression bandaging.
- Interview date: 16/06/2022
- Full and Part time hours available
Main duties of the job
Many vascular diseases have clinical underlying causes and our teams link work closely with many other specialties across our outstanding teaching Trust. We take great pride in having a mutually respectful multi-professional approach here with daily ward rounds involving surgeons, diabetologists and other physicians, podiatrists, clinical nurse specialists, occupational therapists and physiotherapists - having access to such breadth of knowledge and expertise means great exposure to high quality learning opportunities.
Join the team
Many of our patients are acutely ill and their condition can deteriorate rapidly. They may need physical and emotional support during their treatment journey. As such we seek nurses with keen observation skills, and an aptitude for rapidly assessing a situation, feeling confident to make crucial decisions under pressure. You will also need strong, authentic communication and listening skills, so that patients and their families fully understand their diagnosis and feel assured and supported as to what to expect next.
No two days are ever the same in this fast-paced, complex organisation and the ability to juggle multiple treatment plans with an organised but flexible approach are important skills to help you thrive. Working in such ever-changing conditions may feel daunting but it is endlessly rewarding and your colleagues and mentors will help you develop and hone your abilities.
About us
Education and Training
Great nurses never stop learning. There is a multitude of opportunities for career development at our trust and we believe supporting Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is essential to ensure our staff can liberate their potential.
Our clinical educators, ward teams and specialist teams provide training, development and support in the delivery of all fundamental nursing care. This includes prevention of harms as well as all of the specific clinical skills required for vascular surgery, such as complex wound dressings, N/G feeds and many others.
We also offer a tailored preceptorship package for all newly qualified staff and our vascular nurse practitioner and clinical educator deliver bespoke study days focusing on competencies. This makes our posts suitable for both newly qualified nurses, as well as those with prior experience.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
Newcastle Hospitals encourages all staff and volunteers who are appointed to join the Trust to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
- Accountable for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating high quality patient care in the Peri-Operative environment.
- Provide effective support to both patient and carers throughout their care pathway.
- Act as role model, teacher and supervisor for junior staff and students, participating in mentor and preceptorship programmes
- To abide by Trust policies and procedures.
- Provide support for and depending on experience deputise for nurse in charge in their absence.
- Act as patient advocate in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code / Health and Care Professions Council standards of conduct, performance and ethics.
- Work collaboratively as an effective member of MDT.
- Participate in 24 hour on call service when appropriate to role
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
Newcastle Hospitals encourages all staff and volunteers who are appointed to join the Trust to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
- Accountable for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating high quality patient care in the Peri-Operative environment.
- Provide effective support to both patient and carers throughout their care pathway.
- Act as role model, teacher and supervisor for junior staff and students, participating in mentor and preceptorship programmes
- To abide by Trust policies and procedures.
- Provide support for and depending on experience deputise for nurse in charge in their absence.
- Act as patient advocate in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code / Health and Care Professions Council standards of conduct, performance and ethics.
- Work collaboratively as an effective member of MDT.
- Participate in 24 hour on call service when appropriate to role
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and of on-going professional development
- Awareness of current relevant NHS policy context
- Has understanding / experience of adult / child safeguarding
Desirable
- Meets Nursing and Midwifery Council requirements for mentorship if relevant to role
SKILLS
Essential
Desirable
- Relevant clinical skills relating to the specialty e.g. cannulation, IV drug administration, acting as scrub practitioner
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and recent clinical experience
Desirable
- Previous experience in speciality
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse (appropriate to branch) / ODP
- NMC / HCPC registration
- Diploma / Degree in Nursing / ODP completed or willingness to undertake) or equivalent experience
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and of on-going professional development
- Awareness of current relevant NHS policy context
- Has understanding / experience of adult / child safeguarding
Desirable
- Meets Nursing and Midwifery Council requirements for mentorship if relevant to role
SKILLS
Essential
Desirable
- Relevant clinical skills relating to the specialty e.g. cannulation, IV drug administration, acting as scrub practitioner
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and recent clinical experience
Desirable
- Previous experience in speciality
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse (appropriate to branch) / ODP
- NMC / HCPC registration
- Diploma / Degree in Nursing / ODP completed or willingness to undertake) or equivalent 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
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).
