Staff Nurse
- Employer
- Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
- Location
- Penzance
- Salary
- £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa pro rata
- Closing date
- 19 Dec 2024
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We are looking for a qualified nurse who has substantial experience of working in an acute setting and would like to develop urgent care skills across a wide range of conditions including care of the seriously unwell patient.
The unit is keen to develop all nursing staff to the maximum potential and you will have the opportunity to obtain the Minor Injury Course (pending availability) after a period of development and will then be able to see and treat minor injuries autonomously using evidence based protocols.
We are seeking applications from nurses who have the ability and determination to learn and to gain new skills and competencies and who are motivated to develop the highest standards of care and who are committed to continuous improvement.
Successful applicants will have excellent communication skills and have a good knowledge and understanding of clinical standards. You must be able to work on your own initiative and also be an excellent team player whilst being prepared to develop as an individual and support others to develop.
Main duties of the job
To work as a skilled member of the nursing team.To provide a high standard of compassionate patient centred care.To lead and supervise the work of other qualified and unqualified staff within the team.To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.To be able to take charge of the ward in the absence of senior nursing staff, as deemed appropriate by the Ward Sister / Charge Nurse or Clinical Matron.
About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with
visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Urgent Treatment Centre, West Cornwall Hospital
Penzance
TR18 2PF
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
156-6778211
The unit is keen to develop all nursing staff to the maximum potential and you will have the opportunity to obtain the Minor Injury Course (pending availability) after a period of development and will then be able to see and treat minor injuries autonomously using evidence based protocols.
We are seeking applications from nurses who have the ability and determination to learn and to gain new skills and competencies and who are motivated to develop the highest standards of care and who are committed to continuous improvement.
Successful applicants will have excellent communication skills and have a good knowledge and understanding of clinical standards. You must be able to work on your own initiative and also be an excellent team player whilst being prepared to develop as an individual and support others to develop.
Main duties of the job
To work as a skilled member of the nursing team.To provide a high standard of compassionate patient centred care.To lead and supervise the work of other qualified and unqualified staff within the team.To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.To be able to take charge of the ward in the absence of senior nursing staff, as deemed appropriate by the Ward Sister / Charge Nurse or Clinical Matron.
About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with
visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 1 registered nurse with valid NMC registration/students pending registration
Desirable
- Assessing and mentoring qualification
- Immediate Life Support
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 6 months experience in an acute trust within the last 12 months
Desirable
- Experience in emergency or urgent care
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of evidence based practice to enhance care
- Understanding of professional and current issues in nursing
Desirable
- Understanding of policies/procedures relating to emergency care
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Urgent Treatment Centre, West Cornwall Hospital
Penzance
TR18 2PF
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
156-6778211
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