We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce, with a passion for excellence in the delivery of patient care. Professional development is supported within a friendly, dynamic team structure.
Ward 1A is a 33 bedded General Medical ward and the role will involve shift rotation and a team approach to working effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
If you are the individual for this role and are also flexible, supportive, and ready for an exciting new experience, please apply.
It is expected that the successful candidate will have experience in an acute medical area, but this is not necessary.
An Enhanced DBS Certificate with both the Children’s and Adults’ Barred Lists is required.
* To be responsible in association with the team leader for the formulation and implementation of individual patient care plans.
* To participate in the holistic assessment of patients, and to formulate and review individual patient care plans and to act as ‘named nurse’ or associate for a group of patients from admission to discharge as determined by the Ward Manager.
* To commence and participate in research/special projects as directed by the ward manager.
* To contribute to the setting, maintaining, and monitoring of standards of care within the ward.
* Help to ensure that all equipment is in safe working order in conjunction with the department equipment controller.
* Internal rotation on to night duty and twilight shifts are required.
* To assist in the promotion of effective communication with all ward staff and other departments as required.
* Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy.
The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals. From 1st July we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk, and Newton hospitals.
The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery, and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man, and North Wales.
Our Vision Is To Deliver 5 Star Patient Care
* CARE that is evidence-based, high quality, and compassionate.
* SAFETY that is of the highest standards.
* COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive, and respectful.
* SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient-centred, and reliable.
* PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients.
Our Achievements Include
* Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018.
* Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal).
* Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.
Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available upon request.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Janine Richardson Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Janine.Richardson@merseywestlancs.nhs.uk Telephone number: 01516765862
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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