Job summary
Are you studying Adult Nursing and ready to start work in autumn 2022? If you're looking for a welcoming, collaborative and innovative environment to support you as you begin your nursing career, then University Hospitals Bristol and Weston is for you.
Sign up now to join our recruitment expo at the Bristol Heart Institute and find out more about newly qualified nursing roles at UHBW.
Date: Wednesday 6th July 2022
Time: 11am - 4pm
Location: Bristol Heart Institute, Terrell Street, Bristol BS2 8ED
The expo includes opportunities to:
- learn more about our Preceptorship programme
- hear from our nurses about their careers at UHBW
- interview for a role on the day
To register your interest in attending the expo, please complete our online form here or via uhbwcareers.nhs.uk/open-days. You do not need to submit an application form to this advert to register.
*Please note this event is not suitable for overseas registered nurses who are required to pass the OSCE exam.*
Main duties of the job
We have newly qualified nurse opportunities available in Bristol across the following specialties:
- Haematology
- Oncology
- Theatres
- Trauma & Orthopaedics
- Upper GI & Colorectal surgery
- Adult ENT
- Thoracic & Maxillo-facial surgery
- Critical Care
- Gastro Hepatology
- Respiratory
- Care of the Elderly
About us
As a newly registered nurse you will participate in our 12 month Preceptorship Programme which utilises a blended learning model. It has been designed to support your transition from a student nurse to a confident and professional registered nurse. During this time you will be assigned a Preceptor - an experienced member of the nursing team who will, along with other members of the clinical team, support you to develop and refine your knowledge and skills.
As a University hospital, we're always looking to adopt the latest treatments and practices. Through study days and optional courses, we provide a culture of learning, helping you become the best Nurse that you can be.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for full details of the role and the main responsibilities undertaken.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for full details of the role and the main responsibilities undertaken.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- RN (NMC registered) / or NVQ 3 Operating Department Practice pre 2004 or Diploma in Higher Education Operating Department Practice post 2004
- Current NMC registration / or current Health Professions Council registration for ODPs
Desirable
- Work towards relevant university accredited post basic study programmes Eg: A&E course, ITU course, Care of the Elderly, PICU, Renal, Oncology, etc
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within a hospital environment
- Interest in the clinical area
- Experience of teaching
Desirable
- Experience of taking charge
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and MDT.
- Computer skills
- Competence in calculations for safe administration of medicines/fluids
- Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient
- Clinical decision making ability
- Teaching/supervisory skills
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- RN (NMC registered) / or NVQ 3 Operating Department Practice pre 2004 or Diploma in Higher Education Operating Department Practice post 2004
- Current NMC registration / or current Health Professions Council registration for ODPs
Desirable
- Work towards relevant university accredited post basic study programmes Eg: A&E course, ITU course, Care of the Elderly, PICU, Renal, Oncology, etc
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within a hospital environment
- Interest in the clinical area
- Experience of teaching
Desirable
- Experience of taking charge
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and MDT.
- Computer skills
- Competence in calculations for safe administration of medicines/fluids
- Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient
- Clinical decision making ability
- Teaching/supervisory skills
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin St.
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
