Job summary We have a vacancy for a full time band 5 registered nurse. Applicants should hold full NMC registration. The post is for a 20 bedded elective Surgical unit, catering for a variety of specialities including general surgery urology gynae plastics colorectal and bariatric surgery. Previous surgical experience desirable but not essential. The patients vary from those having local anaesthetic to high dependency patients. Main duties of the job The successful applicant will be expected to have excellent communication skills and be enthusiastic about the surgical speciality. About us We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day. Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form. Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro-rata for part-time positions Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number C9377-SURG5533 Job locations Dewsbury & District Hospital Halifax Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 4HS Job description Job responsibilities The registered nurse will maintain a nursing culture which is open to change, new ideas, concepts and innovations. Participate in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respects the rights of patients carers and staff. Ability to relate to all staff and patients in a confident manner, demonstrating good listening skills and able to work effectively as part of a team. Creating, maintaining and enhancing effective working relationships. Participating in the assessment of health related needs of patients and their families/carers. Contributing towards the formulation of a plan of care with the patient and their family/carer. Delivering direct care to patients in accordance with the Trusts policies and NMC Guidelines. Continually assessing and evaluating the patients condition and the effectiveness of the care delivered with a senior member of the team. Promoting a multi professional approach to maximise the patients health and independence utilising resources appropriately Maintaining up to date knowledge of current nursing issues and practices. Working as a registered nurse, without direct supervision. Recognising areas of conflict and assisting in the management of this to promote a healthy working environment. Maintaining an awareness of national and regional initiatives. Participating in clinical supervision. Acting as a positive ambassador for the Trust. Striving for continuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care. Job description Job responsibilities The registered nurse will maintain a nursing culture which is open to change, new ideas, concepts and innovations. Participate in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respects the rights of patients carers and staff. Ability to relate to all staff and patients in a confident manner, demonstrating good listening skills and able to work effectively as part of a team. Creating, maintaining and enhancing effective working relationships. Participating in the assessment of health related needs of patients and their families/carers. Contributing towards the formulation of a plan of care with the patient and their family/carer. Delivering direct care to patients in accordance with the Trusts policies and NMC Guidelines. Continually assessing and evaluating the patients condition and the effectiveness of the care delivered with a senior member of the team. Promoting a multi professional approach to maximise the patients health and independence utilising resources appropriately Maintaining up to date knowledge of current nursing issues and practices. Working as a registered nurse, without direct supervision. Recognising areas of conflict and assisting in the management of this to promote a healthy working environment. Maintaining an awareness of national and regional initiatives. Participating in clinical supervision. Acting as a positive ambassador for the Trust. Striving for continuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care. Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential Professional Enthusiastic Motivated Adaptable Approachable Flexible A willingness to abide by the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policy A willingness to abide by the Trusts Health and Safety Policy Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse NMC Registration Up to date knowledge of current nursing issues Desirable BSC Hons in Nursing Skills and Abilities Essential Good communication and interpersonal skills Excellent clinical observational skills Able to work well within a team Ability to assess, plan and evaluate care Knowledge and skills Essential Importance of Nurse and patient relationship Patient safety Patient risk Patient experience Awareness of own limitations Desirable Post registration experience within a surgical setting Experience Essential Surgical experience Desirable Previous inpatient experience Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential Professional Enthusiastic Motivated Adaptable Approachable Flexible A willingness to abide by the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policy A willingness to abide by the Trusts Health and Safety Policy Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse NMC Registration Up to date knowledge of current nursing issues Desirable BSC Hons in Nursing Skills and Abilities Essential Good communication and interpersonal skills Excellent clinical observational skills Able to work well within a team Ability to assess, plan and evaluate care Knowledge and skills Essential Importance of Nurse and patient relationship Patient safety Patient risk Patient experience Awareness of own limitations Desirable Post registration experience within a surgical setting Experience Essential Surgical experience Desirable Previous inpatient 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Address Dewsbury & District Hospital Halifax Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 4HS Employer's website https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)