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Job Summary
Trinity Ward is a 25-bed Nurse Led Community Hospital ward, mainly an Elderly Care ward providing rehabilitation beds following trauma/surgery and non-acute medical/minor illnesses. We also provide palliative care beds for those reaching the end of life or in crisis at home, offering dignified holistic care for patients and their families in a calm and caring environment.
We promote patient involvement and empower patients and family members to provide input into their clinical care and decisions. An excellent opportunity has arisen for a motivated, dedicated individual to join this established and hardworking team.
You will be responsible for the delivery of the highest quality of care to a diverse client group predominantly managed within a nurse led facility. You will utilise highly developed clinical skills including diagnostic skills, alongside experience of long term condition management and elderly care.
Main Duties of the Job
1. Provide and support the team to provide quality patient focused care.
2. Provide holistic care for patients and relatives.
3. Administer medication, assess and implement care plans.
4. Act as a resource for the multidisciplinary integrated team, carrying out assessments, and contributing to the development and delivery of care.
5. Provide support, training, and advice to patients, parents, and carers.
6. Manage the performance and oversee the work of more junior staff, assistants, students, and volunteers.
7. Manage the work of the team, deputising for more senior managers as required.
8. Contribute to ESNEFT's overall patient care delivery model ensuring high quality, effective care for all.
9. Provide care to patients on a frequent basis, with the ability to deal with distressing and emotional issues and unpleasant conditions as required.
10. Be aware of and able to deal with untoward incidences e.g. physical or verbal aggression.
11. Participate in audits and investigations, and relay learning to the rest of the team.
12. Prioritise your caseload and that of your team, ensuring patient care is prioritised, patient needs are escalated, and documentation of care is completed.
About Us
We are ESNEFT, providing hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics, and in patients' own homes. We pride ourselves on supporting our staff with a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options.
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.
Job Details
Date posted: 11 April 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 432-HR66-25
Job locations: Fryatt Hospital, 419 Main Road, Harwich, CO124EX
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Experience in leading teams
* Evidence of Clinical expertise
* Experience in Coaching/Mentoring/Supervision
Desirable
* Previous experience at Band 6 level
* Evidence of previous involvement in audits
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Nurse experience at Band 5 - NMC registration
* Experience as a Student assessor or Preceptor
Desirable
* Willingness for further study.
* Evidence of Palliative Care experience
Knowledge
Essential
* Evidence of recent Clinical ability and training
* Evidence of IT skills
* Evidence of ability to promote changes, or make change in Nursing Practice.
Desirable
* Experience in rota management, sickness reviews etc.
* Knowledge of patient flow management
Additional Information
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.
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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
Employer name: East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Fryatt Hospital, 419 Main Road, Harwich, CO124EX
Employer's website: https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/
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