Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Warwick/Stratford Hospital Outpatients nursing team as a Staff Nurse in this expanding department. We are seeking an enthusiastic highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills who has the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will be expected to have the flexibility to work within all areas of the Department and we are looking for someone who is positive, progressive and forward thinking. Team leadership skills are essential, whilst also being an active mentor. The ability to support more junior staff is seen as an essential role. The successful candidate must be committed to improving the patient experience and ensuring the high standards that we expect for our patients are met. Previous Outpatient experience desirable minimum of 1 year. We are accepting applications for full and part time positions - working set shifts which include 08:00-18:00/ 08:00-13:30/12:30-18:00. The service runs from Monday to Saturday and there may be some evening work/clinics involved Main duties of the job To work as a member of the Outpatient Team as a competent practitioner. To facilitate a high standard, efficient and friendly service for patients attending Clinics in the Outpatient department. To meet service objectives and work within the operational policy. To maintain a safe working environment. The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of nursing care within South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust. About us Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work. We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 203-EL901 Job locations South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust Outpatients Department Lakin Road Warwick CV34 5BW Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Take clinical responsibility for patients within your allocated area of work Continuously assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes/methods of care To ensure a high delivery of quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines. Participating in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives To practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and scope of professional practice and maintain own NMC registration In the absence of a senior colleague, and following appropriate induction and guidance, will be expected to co-ordinate the shift, and take management responsibility for admissions, transfers and discharges to the ward or department. Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure an effective flow and communications within the area, including being available for Board and Ward Rounds as required. Communication Showing empathy, understanding, and professionalism, when communicating with patients, their carers and families. Identifying individual needs and therefore utilising a range of agreed communication mediums Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and all levels of staff Maintain confidentiality at all times, as required by legislation and Trust policy Professionalism Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets professional NMC guidelines, appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment Maintain and develop own professional knowledge Beaware of and adhere to the Professional Presentation Policy General Items: To provide short-term cover for colleagues during periods of leave. To ensure that all Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all whom come into contact with services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust. Every employee has a duty to take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work, and to co-operate with the South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust to ensure that statutory and Trust regulations are complied with. To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives. To participate in appropriate training and development activities To participate in team, professional and personal development activities and promote commitment to continuous development and improvement. Ensure that all staff consciously review mistakes, complaints and incidents/near misses as well as successes to improve performance and the level of customer care. Allemployees will havean organisational and individual responsibility towards safeguarding vulnerable adults, young people and children. Where employees are working with children, young people and families they have a responsibility to cooperate in national safeguarding policy around early intervention activities appropriate to improving health outcomes. As a major provider of health care, South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust operate a Smoke Free Policy by providing a totally smoke free environment to help aid patients recovery, promote health and wellbeing and minimize the risks of complications attributed to smoking tobacco and second hand smoke. Employees may be asked to work across different areas of the Trust during busy periods Recognise the importance of adopting healthy lifestyles and be aware of health and wellbeing initiatives. To abide by Infection Prevention and Control policies relevant to their area of work, and undertake the necessary level of training. This will be appraised through the KSF review process or other relevant professional review process. To contribute to promoting and implementing the Trust's Carbon Management policy, in line with team and organisational objectives. This job description is subject to review at any time in consultation with the post holder. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Take clinical responsibility for patients within your allocated area of work Continuously assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes/methods of care To ensure a high delivery of quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines. Participating in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives To practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and scope of professional practice and maintain own NMC registration In the absence of a senior colleague, and following appropriate induction and guidance, will be expected to co-ordinate the shift, and take management responsibility for admissions, transfers and discharges to the ward or department. Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure an effective flow and communications within the area, including being available for Board and Ward Rounds as required. Communication Showing empathy, understanding, and professionalism, when communicating with patients, their carers and families. Identifying individual needs and therefore utilising a range of agreed communication mediums Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and all levels of staff Maintain confidentiality at all times, as required by legislation and Trust policy Professionalism Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets professional NMC guidelines, appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment Maintain and develop own professional knowledge Beaware of and adhere to the Professional Presentation Policy General Items: To provide short-term cover for colleagues during periods of leave. To ensure that all Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all whom come into contact with services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust. Every employee has a duty to take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work, and to co-operate with the South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust to ensure that statutory and Trust regulations are complied with. To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives. To participate in appropriate training and development activities To participate in team, professional and personal development activities and promote commitment to continuous development and improvement. Ensure that all staff consciously review mistakes, complaints and incidents/near misses as well as successes to improve performance and the level of customer care. Allemployees will havean organisational and individual responsibility towards safeguarding vulnerable adults, young people and children. Where employees are working with children, young people and families they have a responsibility to cooperate in national safeguarding policy around early intervention activities appropriate to improving health outcomes. As a major provider of health care, South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust operate a Smoke Free Policy by providing a totally smoke free environment to help aid patients recovery, promote health and wellbeing and minimize the risks of complications attributed to smoking tobacco and second hand smoke. Employees may be asked to work across different areas of the Trust during busy periods Recognise the importance of adopting healthy lifestyles and be aware of health and wellbeing initiatives. To abide by Infection Prevention and Control policies relevant to their area of work, and undertake the necessary level of training. This will be appraised through the KSF review process or other relevant professional review process. To contribute to promoting and implementing the Trust's Carbon Management policy, in line with team and organisational objectives. This job description is subject to review at any time in consultation with the post holder. Person Specification Qualifications Essential First Level RGN Degree/Diploma in Nursing/Health studies NMC Registration Desirable Evidence of continuous professional development Non-medical prescriber IT Skills Experience Desirable Care of older people Acute nursing Interview Essential Demonstrates a good understanding of the nursing process Able to efficiently plan and allocate work Able to manage time effectively Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness Demonstrate an understanding of Equality and Diversity Desirable Must be able to work on own initiative and be able to supervise other staff effectively Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices Personal Qualities Essential Able to work as an effective team member Able to express self clearly and confidently - verbal and written Demonstrates commitment and ability to teach others Able to adapt to changing circumstances Able to achieve personal objectives Other Job Requirements Essential Flexible - can work shifts, weekend, bank holidays and evening duties Able to change duties at short notice Ability to travel independently Must be willing to travel across localities. Desirable Aware of current NHS issues and priorities Person Specification Qualifications Essential First Level RGN Degree/Diploma in Nursing/Health studies NMC Registration Desirable Evidence of continuous professional development Non-medical prescriber IT Skills Experience Desirable Care of older people Acute nursing Interview Essential Demonstrates a good understanding of the nursing process Able to efficiently plan and allocate work Able to manage time effectively Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness Demonstrate an understanding of Equality and Diversity Desirable Must be able to work on own initiative and be able to supervise other staff effectively Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices Personal Qualities Essential Able to work as an effective team member Able to express self clearly and confidently - verbal and written Demonstrates commitment and ability to teach others Able to adapt to changing circumstances Able to achieve personal objectives Other Job Requirements Essential Flexible - can work shifts, weekend, bank holidays and evening duties Able to change duties at short notice Ability to travel independently Must be willing to travel across localities. Desirable Aware of current NHS issues and priorities 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust Address South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust Outpatients Department Lakin Road Warwick CV34 5BW Employer's website https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)