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Job overview

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated registered nurse with a keen interest in working in the acute environment. We are seeking compassionate staff to join our medical ward.

Apple Tree ward is a 30 bedded general medical and stroke rehab ward. Apple tree is a busy medical ward which cares for patients from a variety of ages and backgrounds with a range of medical conditions, as well as care for patients who has had a stroke and needs rehabilitation.

There is an established medical and stroke team who work closely with the nursing team to provide holistic patient centred care. The Apple Tree team are friendly and welcoming and strive to work together to do the best for their patients and support each other.  Staff members on the ward are supported by the senior team to develop new skills and expand existing skills. 

***Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***

Main duties of the job

To work within a clinical team alongside the Ward Manager/Deputy Sisters and the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to provide high quality care to patients in the ward. 

You would develop skills to look after patients who require acute care and discharge planning including encouraging them to maintain and improve their mobility. 

Working for our organisation

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.  Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.