Job Summary
We are looking for suitably qualified nurses to join our proactive team. Equally if you are a newly qualified nurse who would like a career in acute nursing, but are worried that it may be too early in your career we are also happy to ensure you can work on the ward and support would be provided to ensure you flourish.
We have a dedicated Education Facilitator who ensures that all are staff are trained and equipped to work within the ever changing ward environment. Newly qualified nurses will have a 12 month preceptorship with one of our experienced staff.
We require excellent nurses who want exciting, challenging roles, to deliver first class high quality patient care. We are a 26 bedded ward which includes a 4 bedded Coronary Care Unit. Each Staff Nurse will get an opportunity of a rotation to our CCU. All training will be provided.
An Enhanced DBS Certificate with the checking of the Children's and Adults' Barred Lists is required for this post.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be dynamic, enthusiastic individuals, who would like to further their career in this area of medical nursing.
Commitment to undertake ongoing in-service training and development is essential. You should be motivated, keen to learn & ready to embrace change. Our commitment to you is to provide the environment for this to happen and ensure that you are part of our defined preceptorship programme. We can offer ongoing professional development on the ward & training opportunities relevant to the clinical area.
The main duties
1. To contribute to the delivery of quality patient care by participating in and providing the assessment, planning, provision and evaluation of individualised care.
2. To assist in the admission, transfer & discharge of patients in accordance with local policy.
3. To participate in the developing and monitoring of standards of care and other quality initiatives in a positive manner.
4. To fulfil the role of the registered nurse, utilising advanced skills of assessment, prioritisation, decision-making, risk management and communication skills.
5. To always be caring, approachable and display a consistently professional manner.
6. Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy.
About Us
The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley Teaching Hospitals and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals.
From 1st July 2023 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.
Date posted
11 February 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
409-6769742
Job locations
Southport & Formby District General Hospital
Town Lane
Southport
PR8 6PN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
1. To contribute to the delivery of quality patient care by participating in and providing the assessment, planning, provision and evaluation of individualised care.
2. To assist in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with local policy.
3. To participate in the developing and monitoring of standards of care and other quality initiatives in a positive manner.
4. To fulfil the role of the registered nurse, utilising advanced skills of assessment, prioritisation, decision-making, risk management and communication skills.
5. To always be caring, approachable and display a consistently professional manner.
6. Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintain Professional Registration.
2. Adhere to the NMC Code of Practice and The Scope of Professional Practice.
3. Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided and is consistent with clinical guidelines.
4. In accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, actively participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role.
5. Report and record any untoward incidents.
6. Assist in the promotion of effective communication with all staff, patients and relatives and other departments as required.
7. Have responsibility for the security and maintenance of equipment belonging to the department.
8. Assist the Nurse Coordinator in achievement of key performance indicators for the department and the Trust.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Utilise knowledge of hospital systems/procedures in order to appropriately divert/refer patients to alternative/appropriate services and pathways.
2. Ensure that the recording of patient care is comprehensive, concise and in line with the NMC Record Keeping guidance and Trust policy and procedure.
3. Ensure Patient Tracking IT system is current and reflective of patients in his/her care.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Facilitate the acquisition of Band 5 grade competencies and skills.
2. Ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and maintain a personal record for future registration purposes.
3. Participate in the teaching of students and the in-service training of qualified nurses and health care assistants.
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Act as a preceptor for newly qualified staff nurses.
2. Deputise for the senior nurse where necessary.
3. Act as a role model to junior colleagues and students and a support mechanism for senior colleagues.
RESEARCH & AUDIT
1. Participate in research/special projects/audit as requested by the Senior Nursing Team.
2. Contribute towards the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care within the Department by participating in Department audits.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* Registered Nurse with current NMC Registration (RGN).
Desirable
* Teaching and Assessing Qualification/Training, or equivalent.
* Post-Registration Qualification in Critical Care.
* Management & Leadership Qualification.
* ALS/ILS Qualification.
Knowledge & Experience Essential
* Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Procedures.
* Knowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role.
* Knowledge of current professional and clinical issues.
* Knowledge and understanding of how audit may influence quality of patient care.
* Evidence of quality improvement in patient care.
* Substantial post registration experience in an Acute Hospital.
Desirable
* Experience in Critical Care Nursing.
Skills Essential
* Excellent communication skills.
* Excellent record management and organisational skills.
* Excellent time management and prioritising skills.
* Ability to negotiate and demonstrate a sound problem solving approach to work issues.
Other Essential
* Flexible approach to working pattern.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Southport & Formby District General Hospital
Town Lane
Southport
PR8 6PN
Employer's website
https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr