Job summary
We have exciting opportunities for a Band 5 nurse to join our friendly and supportive acute medical and nursing team who are committed to providing and maintaining high standards of patient care, specialising in Gastroenterology nursing.
Ward L2 specialises in acute medical nursing. The Unit has 24 beds. You will be looking after patients with hepato-biliary issues, IBS and substance abuse problems.
Posts are offered on a full time and part time basis. This post requires flexible working patterns to meet the needs of the service to include bank holidays and weekends as required.
If you are passionate about Acute Medicine and want to make a difference then this may be then right role for you. We'd love to show you around so you can see for yourself.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic nurse who is willing to get stuck in and hit the ground running. You'll be someone who works well under pressure, is a great team player as well as being self-motivated and able to work independently when needed. A nursing professional you'll be someone who truly understands the need for care, consideration and respect for our patients but also applies these qualities to your team members.
You will also be committed to delivering a high standard of patient care and have interest in the acute nursing care within the gastroenterology field. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team is essential. A flexible approach and the ability to respond appropriately to the demands of a rapidly changing acute clinical environment are also essential.
In return we can offer you a structured orientation programme through endoscopy where a high percentage of our patients go for procedures and the support of our dedicated Practice development team, Supervisory Ward Sisters, specialist advanced practitioners, hepato-biliary specialist nurses, a dedicated Discharge co-ordinator and 12 dedicated specialist Consultants. You will receive a supernumerary period to enable you to gain the skills and competency required to care for acutely ill patients.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as a Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC Pin within the next 2-3 months.
Please note an NMC PRN Pin is not a full NMC Pin and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.
The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receivea full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website:
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers
We recognise that many people find interviews daunting and the conventional interview approach, of unseen questions, often impacts performance on the day. We are therefore piloting sending interview questions, to candidates, in advance.
This vacancy is within one of our pilot areas therefore if you are invited for interview, you will receive your interview questions in advance of your interview date. Feedback on this process will also be requested to help our teams understand and evaluate your recruitment experience.
Person Specification
Professional Registration
Essential
1. Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult/ General Level 1or 2).
Qualifications
Essential
2. Degree/ diploma in nursing studies (or equivalent nursing qualification and experience).
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
3. Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD).
4. Display good clinical knowledge which is based on research evidence.
Desirable
5. Evidence of supervisor compliance.
6. Experience working as a qualified nurse under NMC guidance.
7. Evidence of involvement in teaching.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
8. Ability to work flexibly.
9. Ability to work as part of a team.
10. Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers & MDT.
11. Ability to organise own time and that of junior staff and learners,
12. Positive customer care approach.
13. Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of supporting equality and valuing diversity within the role.
Desirable
14. Ability to take charge in absence of Team Leader.
15. Evidence of professional/ clinical knowledge acquired through CPD.
16. Clinical skills including venepuncture, cannulation, catheterisation etc.