Job summary Successful applicants will be invited to attend a Selection Day at Carew House, Bodmin on 21st February 2025. This will be a morning or afternoon to be confirmed. We are looking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic and clinically capable Band 5 Trained Nurse to join our nursing team for our 19 bedded Ward at Newquay Community Hospital. The Trained Nurse role requires the post holder to be committed to the ongoing development of the ward and multi disciplinary team working. We aim to deliver the highest standard of patient and rehabilitative care to our predominantly elderly patients. The ideal applicant will possess relevant inpatient ward experience and a good level of organisational, communication and clinical skills relevant to the post and be able to act as a positive role model. You will be undertaking a range of Early, Late and Night duties on a rotational basis in order to support 24 hour nursing care, 7 days per week. Although based at Newquay Community Hospital, a flexible working approach is required to support other hospitals in the locality as service needs require. We require motivated, forward thinkers with a "can-do" attitude and a passion for nursing. In return we will support you in your career and involve you in the future development of services. Main duties of the job The assessment of care needs and the development and implementation of programmes of care in the ward setting To be a team leader and provide all forms of nursing care without direct supervision. To provide mentorship to pre and post registration students and Healthcare Assistants undertaking the National Vocational Awards. Newquay Community Hospital offers a range of services focusing on assessment, rehabilitation and palliative care. Facilities Include: 19 inpatient beds, Minor Injury Unit, Out-patient department, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Departments, X-ray Department and Community Nurse Base. About us We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability. We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK. Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff. We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner. Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services. Date posted 09 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 201-25-030 Job locations Newquay Hospital St Thomas Road Newquay TR7 1RQ Job description Job responsibilities To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents Job description Job responsibilities To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents Person Specification Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience Essential RGN 1st Level registration Evidence of team working Evidence of ongoing professional development Desirable Experience of working within a community hospital and working in care of the elderly ENB 941 an advantage First Degree or Diploma (or working towards) Person Specification Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience Essential RGN 1st Level registration Evidence of team working Evidence of ongoing professional development Desirable Experience of working within a community hospital and working in care of the elderly ENB 941 an advantage First Degree or Diploma (or working towards) 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). Additional information 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 Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Newquay Hospital St Thomas Road Newquay TR7 1RQ Employer's website https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)