We are looking for a hard working NMC Registered qualified nurse to deliver high quality care to our patients on Swinley Ward within the surgical directorate. We are a 26 bedded female Surgical Ward & Gynaecology Assessment Unit. Our surgical patients include urology, colorectal, breast, gynae, and ENT; however, we also care for outlying medical and orthopaedic patients.
Swinley Ward is a fast-paced ward with high acuity and a dedicated team of nurses that will support you into your new role. We offer training and development opportunities for you to develop your skills.
Please note this vacancy may close early if there are a high volume of applicants.
This post is for 36 hours per week and is maternity leave cover. Please note that whilst this post is fixed term/secondment, it may become permanent in the future.
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. To communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients.
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 multi-disciplinary 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 patients in relation to courtesy, privacy and dignity. To be familiar and adhere to Trust and Divisional objectives, policies, guidelines and current legislation. To complete patient documentation and undertake record keeping in a timely manner, ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that information systems are maintained. To provide information as required, including notification of adverse events and accidents to patients, staff and visitors.
Communications and Key Working Relationships
In conjunction with senior nursing staff and specialist nurses participate in the setting/monitoring and evaluation of standards of care to patients. To communicate effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team regarding patient care. To assist with the investigation and timely resolution of complaints and PALS enquiries.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
UK NMC Registered Nurse Recent evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Teaching and Assessing Course Degree /Diploma Studies Specialists Skills Course
Experience
Essential
Experience in the relevant speciality Experience of working independently, and as a member of a team Experience of working in emergency gynaecology clinic
Desirable
Post qualification experience Previous experience in caring environment. Experience of Audit Research Experience of Clinical Supervision
Skills
Essential
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
Desirable
Basic Computer Skills
Knowledge
Essential
Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues Knowledge of evidence based practice Understanding of research/audit
Desirable
Understanding of resource management Understanding of education/student requirements
Additional
Essential
Flexible and positive approach to work 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
Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Swinley Ward, Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
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Swinley Ward is a fast-paced ward with high acuity and a dedicated team of nurses that will support you into your new role. We offer training and development opportunities for you to develop your skills.
Please note this vacancy may close early if there are a high volume of applicants.
This post is for 36 hours per week and is maternity leave cover. Please note that whilst this post is fixed term/secondment, it may become permanent in the future.
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. To communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients.
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 multi-disciplinary 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 patients in relation to courtesy, privacy and dignity. To be familiar and adhere to Trust and Divisional objectives, policies, guidelines and current legislation. To complete patient documentation and undertake record keeping in a timely manner, ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that information systems are maintained. To provide information as required, including notification of adverse events and accidents to patients, staff and visitors.
Communications and Key Working Relationships
In conjunction with senior nursing staff and specialist nurses participate in the setting/monitoring and evaluation of standards of care to patients. To communicate effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team regarding patient care. To assist with the investigation and timely resolution of complaints and PALS enquiries.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
UK NMC Registered Nurse Recent evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Teaching and Assessing Course Degree /Diploma Studies Specialists Skills Course
Experience
Essential
Experience in the relevant speciality Experience of working independently, and as a member of a team Experience of working in emergency gynaecology clinic
Desirable
Post qualification experience Previous experience in caring environment. Experience of Audit Research Experience of Clinical Supervision
Skills
Essential
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
Desirable
Basic Computer Skills
Knowledge
Essential
Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues Knowledge of evidence based practice Understanding of research/audit
Desirable
Understanding of resource management Understanding of education/student requirements
Additional
Essential
Flexible and positive approach to work 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
Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Swinley Ward, Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
