Job summary
We have a exciting opportunity for a registered nurse to work on our Dementia friendly medical ward. Ward C5 is a 14 bedded ward "Your Home in Hospital".
The staffs on ward have played an enormous role in enabling ward C5 to retain the SPEC status (silver ward), since 2017, through their dedication, teamwork and 'Person Centred Care'.
We can offer you a Practice Educator providing a structured and bespoke orientation programme; this will support your revalidation and ongoing professional development, if you are a newly qualified nurse you will be enrolled in to the preceptorship programme.
Main duties of the job
All mandatory training is supported by the Trust and the Practice Educator; on commencement of your role you will be given an induction pack and a bespoke competency pack to aid your development.
Highly skilled clinical nurses will support your development. If you are keen to enhance your acute clinical care skills then this is the area for you. Working in a diverse, fast paced, rapidly changing and clinically challenging environment.
For the newly registered nurse we offer a full preceptorship course which is classroom based study days and then backed up with ward based practice. Preceptorship. The registered nurse will then be able to complete the following activities for their patients and gain the following knowledge and skills:
- Recording and monitoring vital observations, including blood sugars
- Assessing, planning and implementing care for a variety of patients with different care needs and providing direct care.
- Venepuncture and IV administration
- Administering medication as per ELHT policy
- Administering intravenous medication
- Ensuring nutritional status is maintained
- Accurately documenting in the notes all activities/changes which need to be recorded and review of the care plans
- Supporting safe discharges for patients, sometimes complex discharge planning
- Care of the poorly patient - life support and AIMS
The successful applicants will need to be flexible, enthusiastic and be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills - including numeracy and literacy.
About us
At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 9,500 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a team we are passionate to lead the way laying a strong emphasis on Person Centred Care, delivered in a dementia friendly and an Elder Friendly Environment. We are hence seeking to recruit an enthusiastic band 5 staff nurse who is likewise passionate in creating a positive impact in the care that we provide for our patients. Thus enabling, we could jointly continue to provide a care that is Safe, Personal and Effective.
The role of the registered nurse is that of an able and competent worker who can carry out a wide range of supervised and unsupervised care duties directly with the patient which will support the work of the multi disciplinary team, working days and nights including bank holidays and the Christmas period. The successful applicant must be extremely confidential and professional when carrying out their duties due to the nature of the work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a team we are passionate to lead the way laying a strong emphasis on Person Centred Care, delivered in a dementia friendly and an Elder Friendly Environment. We are hence seeking to recruit an enthusiastic band 5 staff nurse who is likewise passionate in creating a positive impact in the care that we provide for our patients. Thus enabling, we could jointly continue to provide a care that is Safe, Personal and Effective.
The role of the registered nurse is that of an able and competent worker who can carry out a wide range of supervised and unsupervised care duties directly with the patient which will support the work of the multi disciplinary team, working days and nights including bank holidays and the Christmas period. The successful applicant must be extremely confidential and professional when carrying out their duties due to the nature of the work.
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- Registered 1st Level or equivalent as verified by NMC
Desirable
- To have knowledge of current research applicable to the post's specialist area
General Intelligence
Essential
- Able to take on board new ideas, skills and knowledge
- Ability to problem solve
Dsiposition
Essential
- Be able to work in a team
- Be supportive of team members
- Able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and colleagues.
Desirable
- Be able to work with minimal supervision within the job description.
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- Registered 1st Level or equivalent as verified by NMC
Desirable
- To have knowledge of current research applicable to the post's specialist area
General Intelligence
Essential
- Able to take on board new ideas, skills and knowledge
- Ability to problem solve
Dsiposition
Essential
- Be able to work in a team
- Be supportive of team members
- Able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and colleagues.
Desirable
- Be able to work with minimal supervision within the job description.
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).
