Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking for Band 5 Staff Nurses to work on Lowton ward. If you are passionate about providing the highest standards of care and able to demonstrate our Trust values, putting our patients at the heart of everything you do, then we would like to hear from you. In return for your dedication we offer a full training and preceptorship package for all new starters. We welcome applications from students, experienced nurses, and Return to Practice candidates. Candidates will be required to present original certificates for qualifications at interview stage. This vacancy may close earlier than the specified closing date if a high volume of suitable applications are received. Main duties of the job
Under the supervision of the ward manager the nurse is responsible for the provision, organisation and direction of nursing care of the patients in his/her care. Will be required to communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients. About us
Choose Well - Choose WWL Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement and living our values. WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs. On-Call Please note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational. Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities Key results from the job holder To provide the highest standards of care to our patients. Performs well within a multidisciplinary team Upholds NMC Code of Conduct Adheres to Trust policies and procedures Planning and Organisational Duties Accountable for nursing practice and takes every opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence Participates in the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care relevant to patients within sphere of responsibility and under supervision. To be sensitive to the needs of the patients in relation to curtesy , privacy and dignity To be familiar with and adhere to Trust and Divisional objectives, policies, guidelines and current legislation. Communications and Key Working Relationships To communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients Maintain effective working relationships with ward colleagues particularly those highlighted within the organisational chart above. Responsibility for Finance To be aware of resources and give high quality cost effective care. Responsibility for Human Resources In conjunction with the ward manager, participate in induction programmes, introducing new staff to the ward and their duties. Responsibility for Health & Safety Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Responsibility for Teaching Take personal responsibility for developing and maintain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in conjunction with NMC guidance Attend mandatory training as directed by Trust In conjunction with the ward manager, help create and maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and students and act as a mentor in the supervision and teach of less experienced staff. To develop own teaching skills and participate in education programmes supervising unqualified nurses and students as directed. Person Specification
Additional
Flexible approach to work and patient care Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation Knowledge
Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues Knowledge of evidence based practice within the field of endoscopy Understanding of research/audit Understanding of resource management Understanding of education/student requirements Skills
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to maintain and improve standards of care Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour or practice in a professional context Basic computer skills Experience
Experience in the relevant speciality of which you are applying. Experience of working independently, and as a member of a team Previous experience in a caring environment Experience of audit research Experience of clinical supervision Qualifications
Registered Nurse Recent evidence of continuing professional development Teaching and Assessing Course Specialists Skills Course Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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We are looking for Band 5 Staff Nurses to work on Lowton ward. If you are passionate about providing the highest standards of care and able to demonstrate our Trust values, putting our patients at the heart of everything you do, then we would like to hear from you. In return for your dedication we offer a full training and preceptorship package for all new starters. We welcome applications from students, experienced nurses, and Return to Practice candidates. Candidates will be required to present original certificates for qualifications at interview stage. This vacancy may close earlier than the specified closing date if a high volume of suitable applications are received. Main duties of the job
Under the supervision of the ward manager the nurse is responsible for the provision, organisation and direction of nursing care of the patients in his/her care. Will be required to communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients. About us
Choose Well - Choose WWL Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement and living our values. WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs. On-Call Please note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational. Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities Key results from the job holder To provide the highest standards of care to our patients. Performs well within a multidisciplinary team Upholds NMC Code of Conduct Adheres to Trust policies and procedures Planning and Organisational Duties Accountable for nursing practice and takes every opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence Participates in the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care relevant to patients within sphere of responsibility and under supervision. To be sensitive to the needs of the patients in relation to curtesy , privacy and dignity To be familiar with and adhere to Trust and Divisional objectives, policies, guidelines and current legislation. Communications and Key Working Relationships To communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients Maintain effective working relationships with ward colleagues particularly those highlighted within the organisational chart above. Responsibility for Finance To be aware of resources and give high quality cost effective care. Responsibility for Human Resources In conjunction with the ward manager, participate in induction programmes, introducing new staff to the ward and their duties. Responsibility for Health & Safety Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Responsibility for Teaching Take personal responsibility for developing and maintain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in conjunction with NMC guidance Attend mandatory training as directed by Trust In conjunction with the ward manager, help create and maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and students and act as a mentor in the supervision and teach of less experienced staff. To develop own teaching skills and participate in education programmes supervising unqualified nurses and students as directed. Person Specification
Additional
Flexible approach to work and patient care Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation Knowledge
Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues Knowledge of evidence based practice within the field of endoscopy Understanding of research/audit Understanding of resource management Understanding of education/student requirements Skills
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to maintain and improve standards of care Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour or practice in a professional context Basic computer skills Experience
Experience in the relevant speciality of which you are applying. Experience of working independently, and as a member of a team Previous experience in a caring environment Experience of audit research Experience of clinical supervision Qualifications
Registered Nurse Recent evidence of continuing professional development Teaching and Assessing Course Specialists Skills Course Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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