Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking for Nurses with at least 1 year post-NMC experience, ideally in a surgical ward that are able to work a mixture of day and night shifts.
We are looking for kind, caring, hard working and passionate nurses with an interest in providing exceptional care to patients.
* Nidderdale Ward - is a multi-specialty Female ward covering General surgery, Breast, Gynaecology, Urology and Gastro.
* We are described as a positive, professional and adaptable team who strive to deliver a high standard of care to our patients daily.
Teamwork is key to our success, as we offer regular appraisals, many training opportunities, and regular team time out and study days.
Nidderdale was voted 'Team of the Year' at our KITE awards 2023! We have a can-do culture and welcome new ideas.
Main duties of the job
As a Trust we offer our Registered Nurses:
* Access to clinical skills training in our Clinical Skills Lab and personal development courses
* 4 weeks supernumerary and ongoing mentoring
* 2-day clinical skills induction session
* Band 6 development posts
* Support and guidance with revalidation
* Rotational option to other surgical departments within the directorate.
If you require an OSCE to gain NMC registration please state whether you have passed your English Language and CBT. These are essential requirements for the role.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
* An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
* Staff Recognition - we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards.
* Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
* Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job responsibilities
Registered Nurse job summary
1. To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and to provide nursing care for patients. This requires detailed knowledge of equipment and specialized information on procedures undertaken in the clinical environment.
2. In consultation with senior staff, the post holder will help plan, co-ordinate, implement, and evaluate care for patients.
3. Maintain standards in accordance with ward/Trust policies and procedures and NMC code of conduct.
4. Maintain a safe working environment, being aware of the necessity to comply with Health & Safety regulations and the Environmental Health Act, and to attend mandatory training courses.
5. Maintain safe custody of all drugs and medicines and when trained demonstrate the manipulation, dexterity and co-ordination of IV drugs.
6. To work unsupervised at times, using ward protocols and policies.
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Rachel Little on rachel.little3@nhs.net or 01423 555361.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NMC Registration (no OSCE training available)
* 1 years surgical or Gynae experience
Experience
* 1 year of post-NMC registration Nursing experience (no OSCE training available)
* Post NMC registration experience in Surgical/Urological/Gynaecology nursing
Personal characteristics
* Demonstrates HDFT's values when providing patient care.
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.
Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per annum pro rata.
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