We are currently looking for a band 5 registered nurse to come and work within our team on ward 111.If you are a Registered Nurse who enjoys a fast paced surgical ward then this speciality is for you. Training and education will be provided to assist you if you are not experienced in air way management and all newly qualified nurses will undergo a thorough preceptorship package.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 5 staff nurses on ward 111, a fast paced unit specialising in Plastics, Max Fax, Breast surgery and ENT including Tracheostomy and Laryngectomy care offering a wealth of learning opportunities.

The ward can offer a full induction package with a supernumerary period. Training and competencies within the specialities and on-going support and professional development. In line with service development ward 111 ward 111 offers 12-hour shifts. However, it is recognised that this is not suitable for all therefore 7.5 hour shifts can also be offered.

The ideal candidatewill have enthusiasm to work within a motivated team to provide high quality care through evidence based practice and innovation. The candidateis preferred to have surgical experience and basic computer skills along with excellent communication skills experience in tracheostomy care is also desirable but not essential.They will work under the guidance of the Senior Sister and mentor.

Forfurther comprehensive role details please see the job description and person specification attached.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

For more details on the post, please contact Senior Sister Amanda Somerset.

Person Specification

qualification

Essential

• must be registererd with an NMC registration
• Must have diploma/degree level studying

Desirable

• recognised qualification in teaching and assessing

Experience

Essential

• Has experience as a student or Registered nurse in an acute hospital setting
• good communication skills
• can undertake complex wound dressings

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• is able to recount / discuss the requirements for high standard care
• able to use a computer

Apptitudes

Essential

• Able to use own initiative
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to work autonomously
• reliable

Degree

Essential

• level of education obtained

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke

Newcastle Road

Stoke-On-Trent

ST4 6QG

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