At Kettering General Hospital, we are seeking compassionate, dynamic, and motivated Registered Nurses to join our Intensive Therapy Unit (ITU) and High Dependency Unit (HDU) team for temporary bank shifts. This exciting opportunity is perfect for nurses who are looking for a flexible, rewarding role within a dedicated healthcare team, where you can make a meaningful impact on patient care.
Our 14-bedded General Critical Care Unit, which includes 2 haemodialysis beds, is committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care to critically ill patients. As a member of this unit, you will be expected to represent the values of the Trust and provide nursing care that ensures the safety, dignity, and well-being of patients, their families, and the wider team. We want nurses who are patient-focused, flexible, and highly motivated to deliver excellent care in a fast-paced environment.
This temporary bank role offers flexibility, enabling you to choose shifts that fit your personal schedule while contributing to the exceptional standards of care at Kettering General Hospital. Whether you're seeking full-time, part-time, or ad-hoc shifts, this position provides the perfect balance of autonomy and support, allowing you to work as much or as little as you need.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act at all times in accordance with the NMC code and local standards of care and policies.
Key roles and responsibilities of a nurse/midwife are as follows:
* A clinical practitioner who is developing their expertise within their speciality
* An effective role model who emulates good practice and professional standards
* A motivated, dynamic practitioner who supports the ward team in striving for improvements in care and practice
* Works within own limits of competency provide a holistic package of care that meets the patients psychological, social and physical needs as dictated by patient pathway and clinical condition
* Act responsibly as a team member and seeks help whenever necessary
* To implement relevant clinical assessment tools and risk assessments.
* To cover clinical workload and other duties in the absence of other staff of the same or lower banding.
* To be aware of safeguarding procedures, ensuring that they maintain their knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act Assessment, Deprivation of Liberty and Best Interests to ensure patients overall safety within clinical environment.
* To work effectively and communicate with the multi-disciplinary team regarding patient care notifying and escalating to them any changes in patients condition or other useful information. Contribute in effective handovers of patient care between shifts, other departments and other healthcare providers.
About us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable
Job description
Job responsibilities
Qualifications Essential criteria
* Nursing Diploma
* NMC Pin
Desirable criteria
* Mentor Qualification
* Leadership Qualification
Knowledge & Experience Essential criteria
* Previous Healthcare Experience
* Commitment to continuing professional development with an enthusiasm for learning
Desirable criteria
* Evidence of post-registration qualification/education to diploma/degree level
* Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS
Skills Essential criteria
* The ability to communicate with patients and their families/carers
* To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication and appropriate information storage
* The ability to make judgments on problems requiring investigation, analysis e.g., assessment of patient condition, suitability for discharge
* Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* NMC Registered Nurse/Midwife
* Diploma / Degree
Desirable
* Mentor qualification
* Leadership qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
* Previous Healthcare experience
* Commitment to continuing professional development with an enthusiasm for learning
Desirable
* Evidence of post-registration qualification/education
* Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS
Skills
Essential
* The ability to communicate with patients and their families/carers during a highly stressful time, requiring the ability to alter communication strategies dependent on the situation and the patient's status
* To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication and appropriate information storage
* The ability to make judgments on problems requiring investigation, analysis e.g., assessment of patient condition, suitability for discharge
* Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care
* The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high quality nursing/midwifery service
* Able to organise, prioritise and adjust own workload in relation to the priorities of the department
Employer details
Employer name
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kettering General Hospital
Rothwell Road
Kettering
NN16 8UZ
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