Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Are you passionate about nursing and want to make a change to patient care? Then we have a job for you. We currently have a 9 month Fixed Term vacancy for the position of Band 2 Ward Clerk within our team on King George V Ward and the Ambulatory Assessment Area at North Devon District Hospital.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Job responsibilities
We are a busy 24 bedded emergency surgical assessment unit caring for emergency admissions in the specialities of colorectal, urology and gynaecology including early pregnancy complications. Within the ward we have a separate ambulatory assessment unit, taking admissions from the emergency department and GP referrals and a surgical emergency outpatient clinic and our staff work within all of these areas. As a team, we strive for excellence in everything that we do; incorporating the 6 Cs in our nursing.
The successful candidate will need to possess good keyboard skills and experience of working in a busy, challenging environment. The role will include general ward reception duties such as answering the telephone to enquiries, supporting patients, visitors and members of the public with their enquiries, and maintenance of accurate records, assisting all members of the multidisciplinary team and communicating relevant information in a timely way.
We are looking to recruit staff that have exceptional IT and record keeping skills, and a knowledge regarding confidentiality and data protection. If you believe you have good customer service skills with a pleasant and professional telephone manner then please apply. NHS experience is desirable but not essential.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday with the occasional weekend
Person Specification
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Marie Richards, Ward Sister on 01271 322720 or ext: 3357 or email: marierichards1@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
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