Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust are looking for highly motivated qualified and newly qualified staff nurses to join our Gastroenterology ward (17) at Stoke Mandeville Hospital. The ward is a 24 mixed bedded unit that provides care for patients with Gastroenterology and General Medical conditions.
You will be joining a dedicated and enthusiastic nursing team who will help and support you whether you are starting out in your career or have years of experience under your belt.
Everyday within this role is different and offers the opportunity to deal with a variety of patient needs.
We are very proud of our high standard of care and our supportive and friendly environment. We are looking for forward thinking, motivated and professional nurses who are committed to providing a high standard of nursing care to our patients. The ability to work well under pressure and to rise to any challenge is a must. In return we will provide you with a supportive environment and help you to develop in your career.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development and /or implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. As the role develops he/she will be expected to continue with their personal development both by attending appropriate courses
and day to day experience working on the ward, until they are able to be the designated person able to regularly take charge of the ward/department. They will then be expected to provide an effective, professional and managerial leadership focus, in the absence of the
ward manager or deputy.
Is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care, maintaining a high standard of nursing care within the framework of Trust policies.
Supervises qualified and/or unqualified staff.
Teaches qualified and unqualified staff including basic and/or post basic students
About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, youll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
Were committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Person Specification
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
* Good communication skills, ability to speak and write clearly in English
Desirable
* Competency in IV drug administration. Infusion pump skills
* Computer literate able to complete assessments and discharge letters etc
* Knowledge of up to date nursing issues
* Extended role skills needed for work area Eg (not exhaustive list) Male catheterisation Passing NG tubes Cannulation ECG PICC lines Hickman Lines Managing tracheotomies
Experience
Essential
* Newly qualified RGN
Desirable
* Previous experience as shift/team leader
* Previous experience in medical or gastroenterology
* Experience of teaching students, HCA's and qualified staff
* Ability to work within a team and independently on own initiative
* Able to co ordinate and manage team in ward sisters absence
* Experience at holding unit bleep and managing HR issues in absence of head nurse/sister
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
* Good general education
* Registered Nurse (General)
Desirable
* Mentorship and preceptor ship course.
* First Line Management Course
* Evidence of continued professional development Examples listed
* Study Days relevant to area of work and extended roles see job description
* Customer service or equivalent
* Management of complaints
* HR study days
* Short Course in Gastroenterology
Special Circumstances
Essential
* High self motivation plus ability to motivate others
* Knowledge of Research based practice
* Keyboard skills
* Good time management skills
* Ability to work required shifts
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Mandeville Road
Aylesbury
HP21 8AL
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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