***Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our nursing team within the Discharge Lounge Department based at Peterborough City Hospital. We are undergoing some major changes such as relocating the Discharge Lounge Department to accommodate trolley and chair patients.
Band 5 opportunities include:
1. Protected Supernumerary period
2. Mindfulness and wellbeing at work
3. Opportunities to be involved in quality improvement / change management
4. Opportunities for further study - Foundation days centred each area of the department, Leadership courses / TNCC / HMIMMS/ CBRN / ATLS observer courses as well as lots of other in-house teaching opportunities you can access at all levels.
5. Career progression opportunities
Main duties of the job
This is a busy department; it is a fast-paced environment. The right candidate will need to be a good communicator, be innovative and self-motivated. They should be committed to the provision of high standards of patient care. We welcome applicants with adult nursing registrations.
* Ensure that patient care remains a priority, using reflection on clinical practice to continue personal and professional development.
* Be aware of the safeguarding agenda, ensuring protection and identification of vulnerable patients.
* Ensure effective working relationships are established and maintained with colleagues across the Trust.
About us
We are committed to ensuring a work-life balance for all our staff by offering full-time and part-time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates from our local communities.
Benefits to you
27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
* NHS Pension Scheme
* Flexible working opportunities
* Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays
* Career development and training
* Wellbeing support and activities
* In-house physiotherapy Service
* On-site canteens with subsidised meals
* Subsidised staff parking (currently free)
* Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for further information regarding the role.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* Current NMC registration
* Evidence of professional development
* Registered Adults Nurse
* Registered Allied Health Professional
Desirable
* Mentorship / SSA Mentorship
* Degree in Nursing
* 6 months post registration experience
* ILS / PILS trained
Experience/ Skills/ Ability/ Knowledge
Essential
* Excellent understanding of safeguarding
* Problem-solving skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication
* Able to relate anatomy and physiology to clinical practice
* Able to function as part of a multi-professional team
Desirable
* Evidence of implementing innovation in practice
* Experience of looking after the critically ill patient
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Peterborough City Hospital
Bretton Gate
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
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