We are looking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic, and clinically capable nurse to join our team on the 24-bedded Lismore Ward at Helston Community Hospital. The Staff 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 care to all our patients. This includes rehabilitative care, end of life care, and a weekly alcohol detox patient.
The ideal applicant will possess a good level of organisational and communication skills. Discharge planning experience and relevant clinical skills desirable, but training will be provided.
The shifts are day duties from 07:30 - 20:00, or 07.30-15:30 and 12:00- 20:00. Night shifts are 19:30 - 08:00. These shifts are on a rotational basis to support 24-hour nursing care, 7 days per week.
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 Essential RGN 1st Level Registration (NMC) Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable ENB or equivalent teaching & assessing qualification 1st Degree or Diploma (or working towards) Leadership skills
Experience Essential Evidence of ongoing professional development Evidence of team working
Desirable ENB 941 or evidence of working in a community hospital
Employer details Employer name Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Helston Community Hospital Meneage Road Helston TR13 8DR Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 201-24-065-I #J-18808-Ljbffr