We have a fantastic opportunity for a qualified band 5 nurse to join the ward team at Stoke Mandeville Hospital. We are a general medical ward as well as a medical day unit which runs multiple clinics including, but not limited to, IBD, MS, Gastro, and endocrine, and discharge lounge.
We are currently seeking high-calibre staff nurses who are keen, passionate, and motivated individuals to join our busy unit which provides a high standard of patient care and values the 'personal touch' to create the best environment for patient recovery.
Main duties of the job
1. Act at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct, and within the principles of the scope of Professional Practice, ensuring other members of the team also work within these.
2. Maintain professional working relationships with all members of the cardiac team and effectively contribute to the team's continual development.
3. Provide nursing assistance to the Medical Team during procedures and investigations.
4. Undertake the nursing assessment of the patient including risk assessments e.g. Tissue viability, moving and handling, and nutrition.
5. Devise a plan of nursing care based on the nursing assessment, taking into account the medical prescription.
6. Ensure planned nursing care is delivered safely and effectively, taking into account the views of the patient and their relatives.
7. Advise on health promotion and the prevention of illness.
8. Maintain absolute confidentiality in respect of all medical and nursing records and also interpersonal issues with colleagues.
9. Interpret the significance of the patient's clinical observations and records and take appropriate action, ensuring senior nursing staff are kept informed at all times.
About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
* As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
* We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension, and access to NHS discount schemes.
* We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
* We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
* As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
* Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.
What do we stand for?
* Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities, and be a great place to work.
* Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
* Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect, and enable.
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant, there is the option for secondment; all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us at bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (General)
* ENB 998/371 or equivalent
* Evidence of further continued professional development
* First Line Management Course
Experience
* Specialist requirements
* Experience of teaching students, HCA's, and qualified staff
* Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
* Previous experience as shift/team leader
Skills & Knowledge
* Able to use computer
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.
St Josephs ward, Stoke Mandeville Hospital
£29,970 to £36,483 a year (pro rata for part-time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Reference number
434-IM6774881-A
Job locations
St Josephs ward, Stoke Mandeville Hospital
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