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Staff Nurse

Employer
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Location
Plymouth
Salary
£28,407 to £34,581 Per Annum Pro Rata
Closing date
22 Sep 2023
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Profession
Nurse
Grade
Band 5
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
A great opportunity has risen for a Registered Nurse to join our ward team at Tavistock Hospital.

We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic about working in the community hospital setting with a compassionate, patient-centred approach. We will support the successful candidate in their personal development and continued professional development.

We provide 24 hour care on rotational shifts within a friendly team committed to providing high quality patient care.

Previous demonstrable experience within a rehabilitation or older persons care setting is an advantage but not essential as full training will be given.

The successful candidate will work as part of the nursing team to provide high standards of care to ensure a positive experience to all patients.

Informal enquiries to: Helen Gregory (Sister), Anna Homden (Deputy Ward Manager), Jo Beniston(Hospital Matron), via (01822) 612233.

Main duties of the job

You will co-ordinate, and deliver effective quality nursing care by assessing the needs, planning, implementing & evaluating the care for a group of patients.

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are a people business where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Registered Nurse Training completed


Desirable

  • Completed Preceptorship
  • Demonstrable experience of acute hospital setting


Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registration
  • Diploma qualification/Degree in a healthcare related subject / or equivalent demonstrable experience


Desirable

  • Basic Computer skills


Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

  • Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels
  • Ability to prioritise workload
  • Attention to detail


Desirable

  • Ability / demonstrable experience of - Directing and instructing others
  • Teaching and mentoring skills


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

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