Do you have a passion for rehabilitation and a desire to improve the patient's rehabilitation journey?

We are looking for Registered nurses on Willow Ward, Liskeard Community Hospital, who want to deliver high standards of compassionate care.

Liskeard Community Hospital has 2 wards specialising in rehabilitation but also taking patients requiring palliative care.

Willow Ward is looking for enthusiastic, compassionate registered nurses to join their team, where you will become part of a multi-disciplinary team working together to achieve the best outcomes for patients. Willow ward is a nurse led unit (with 9-5 doctor cover) which will offer you the opportunity to enhance your clinical skills, discharge planning and decision making.

Full/ Part time and Night working contracts will be considered at Interview, and we would welcome this to be discussed with us. Night contracts there will be an expectation to rotate onto day shift periodically.

Cornwall is an amazing place to live and work, with stunning beaches and countryside to explore and enjoy. So, whether you're considering making the move to Cornwall or looking to change roles in the local area, contact us today for more information.

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.

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 increases the numbers of people who use our services.

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

Essential

• Current NMC Professional Registration
• Professional qualification - RN level 1
• Evidence of professional portfolio

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Previous hospital experience

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liskeard Hospital

Liskeard

PL14 3XD

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