Job summary
Cambridge M2 are pleased to be offering this opportunityto join a caring and dynamic team as a part time band 5registered Nurse. we are a 19 bedded unit caring for patientwith a range of gastro issues.As a team we are working hard to ensure patients get highstandards of care. We can offer you a rewarding, flexibleand supportive role providing a full range of medicalnursing care, specialising in gastroenterologyGood discharge planning is essential to ensure safe personcentred care, forming professional relationships within themultidisciplinary team is recommended to create a learningenvironment which embraces multidisciplinary teamworking.
Main duties of the job
Provide professional leadership, advice and guidance to junior nurses and healthcare assistants and foster collaborative partnerships with other disciplines. Communicate effectively with patients and their relatives, ensuring accurate and seamless information is conveyed and documented. Assist in the maintenance and monitoring of agreed standards, ensuring that any shortfall is brought to the attention of the line manager.
Ensure that all quality initiatives within the nursing environment are adhered to and that the highest standards of care are maintained at all times. Assist in the development of clinical protocols ensuring that these are reviewed in accordance with the needs of the service in conjunction with the Ward/Unit manager
Ensure that accurate and legible patient records are kept in line with professional and legal requirements. Promote and maintain effective working relationships and communications with consultants, medical staff, nurse colleagues and other multi-agency professionals
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To maintain credibility and flexibility as a competent practitioner in an ever-changing environment, while continuing to develop professionally in line with the demands of a responsive nursing service focussed on the needs of patients.
Maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business and adhere to data protection law
Comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, including infection prevention and control, risk management, health and safety, safeguarding children and adults, financial management and use of resources
Act at all times in accordance with the professional Codes of Conduct and Accountability relevant to your role
Participate in annual mandatory training
Job description
Job responsibilities
To maintain credibility and flexibility as a competent practitioner in an ever-changing environment, while continuing to develop professionally in line with the demands of a responsive nursing service focussed on the needs of patients.
Maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business and adhere to data protection law
Comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, including infection prevention and control, risk management, health and safety, safeguarding children and adults, financial management and use of resources
Act at all times in accordance with the professional Codes of Conduct and Accountability relevant to your role
Participate in annual mandatory training
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
Desirable
- Completion of Preceptorship
Clinical skills and experience
Essential
- Recent clinical experience in an acute Trust Delivery of evidence based practice Demonstrates patient focused approach
- Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally. The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
- Patient focused approach Basic IT skills Well developed verbal & written communication skills Ability to develop working relationships with others Time management and personal organisation skills
Desirable
- Previous experience at Band 5 within specialty Evidence of facilitating learning in practice Evidence of on-going personal + professional development
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Calm under pressure Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to work on own initiative using sound decision-making and problem solving skills
Desirable
- Ability to manage conflicting and complex issues
Other requirements
Essential
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values. Current understanding of key issues facing the NHS both locally and Nationally
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
Desirable
- Completion of Preceptorship
Clinical skills and experience
Essential
- Recent clinical experience in an acute Trust Delivery of evidence based practice Demonstrates patient focused approach
- Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally. The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
- Patient focused approach Basic IT skills Well developed verbal & written communication skills Ability to develop working relationships with others Time management and personal organisation skills
Desirable
- Previous experience at Band 5 within specialty Evidence of facilitating learning in practice Evidence of on-going personal + professional development
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Calm under pressure Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to work on own initiative using sound decision-making and problem solving skills
Desirable
- Ability to manage conflicting and complex issues
Other requirements
Essential
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values. Current understanding of key issues facing the NHS both locally and Nationally
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).
