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Registered Nurse - Stratton Community Hospital

Employer
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Location
Bude Road
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 Per Annum/Pro Rata
Closing date
28 Nov 2024
Fixed term contract - maternity leave cover

We are looking to recruit motivated, enthusiastic and clinically capable Band 5 Trained Nurse to join our nursing team for our 17 bedded Ward at Stratton Community Hospital. The Trained Nurse role requires the post holder to be committed to the ongoing development of the ward and multi disciplinary team working. We aim to deliver the highest standard of patient and rehabilitative care to our predominantly elderly patients.

The ideal applicant will possess a good level of organisational, communication and clinical skills relevant to the post and be able to act as a positive role model.

You will be undertaking a range of Early, Late and Night duties on a rotational basis in order to support 24 hour nursing care, 7 days per week. Although based at Stratton Community Hospital, a flexible working approach is required to support other hospitals in the locality as service needs require.

We require motivated, forward thinkers with a can-do attitude and a passion for nursing. In return we will support you in your career and involve you in the future development of services.

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.

Stratton Community Hospital offers a range of services and facilities Include
  • 16 bedded Community Hospital
  • 1 Daycase bed
  • Outpatients Department
  • Minor Injuries Department
  • X-ray Department
  • Medical cover via GP's


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 her. 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 increase the numbers of people who use out 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

Qualifications

Essential

  • RGN 1st Level Registration
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development
  • Current professional registration - NMC


Desirable

  • Experience of working within a community hospital and working in care of the elderly
  • Leadership skills


Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of an effective team


Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stratton Hospital

Hospital Road

Bude Road

EX23 9BR

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

201-24-834

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