Job summary
- Main area
- Surgical Unit
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 203-EL759
- Employer
- South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Surgical Unit
- Town
- Warwick
- Salary
- £28,407 - £34,581 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/08/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Night Staff Nurse - Surgical Unit
Band 5
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust is one of the top performing organisations within the NHS. Our staff think this is a great place to work and we hope you will agree. We have recently been rated as 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following our most recent inspection.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the whole county. This includes our Community Teams in North Warwickshire.
We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity. Over 6000 people work for the Trust and many of them have been here a long time. People find they don’t need to go elsewhere to find a fulfilling career in healthcare.
The first thing you will notice about us is how we take our values seriously. We believe that our values underpin everything we do. If you are interested in a role with us you need to make sure our values match your own.
Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are ‘Trusted to provide inclusive, safe, effective and compassionate care’. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn’t matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Probationary Period
All new staff to the Trust will be subject to a standard 6 month probationary period, the details of which will duly follow in your contract of employment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust is committed to creating and sustaining a positive and inclusive working environment for all our employees. Our aim is to ensure that employees are equally valued and respected and that our organisation is representative of all members of society. We define diversity as valuing everyone as an individual – we value our employees, job applicants, students, patients and visitors as people. This is reflected within our values of being Inclusive, Safe, Effective, Compassionate and Trusted.
Agile and Flexible Working
All our staff will have a work base. However the Trust operates as an Agile Working Team therefore staff may be working from home on a regular basis as required by the service. However, occasionally travel around Warwickshire and into your base will be required so access to your own transport would be helpful.
The Trust also welcome staff to work flexibly and we would welcome the conversation at interview regarding flexible working.
Staff Benefits
The Trust offer a wide range of additional benefits to staff. Anyone who joins us on a substantive basis can assess things such as the Lease Car Scheme, Electronics Scheme, Discounted Leisure and Travel, Cycle to work scheme amongst many others available.
Car Parking
The Trust have recently completed the construction of a multi-storey car park at our Warwick Hospital site which has allowed us to reduce waiting times for car parking passes.
To keep up to date on our latest recruitment activity follow us on twitter @swftrecruit or look us up on Facebook (Recruitment - South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust).
Job overview
A rare job opportunity has arisen in the Surgical Unit. We are looking for a NIGHT NURSE who is just as enthusiastic and committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to all of our surgical patients, as we are!
This job role is multifaceted and will perform a vital function within the elective division. It will also include the opportunity to develop of a vast range of clinical skills, knowledge and experiences.
The role will be challenging, yet rewarding and good organisational skills will be required. Experience in this field is not necessary, as we aim to promote an educational and supportive environment for all and therefore training and support will be provided by the team every step of the way.
The posts are permanent and working across the unit may be required. Both full and part time hours will be considered.
Main duties of the job
To deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients undergoing surgical or medical treatment.
The post holders will be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, and implementation and evaluation of the programme of the care.
The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of nursing care within South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.
Working for our organisation
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.
Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are ‘Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care’. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn’t matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical
Take clinical responsibility for patients within your allocated area of work.
Continuously assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes/methods of care.
To ensure a high delivery of quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines. Participating in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives.
To practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and scope of professional practice and maintain own NMC registration.
In the absence of a senior colleague, and following appropriate induction and guidance, will be expected to co-ordinate the shift, and take management responsibility for admissions, transfers and discharges to the ward or department.
Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure an effective flow and communications within the area, including being available for Board and Ward Rounds as required.
Communication
Showing empathy, understanding, and professionalism, when communicating with patients, their carers and families. Identifying individual needs and therefore utilising a range of agreed communication mediums.
Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and all levels of staff.
Maintain confidentiality at all times, as required by legislation and Trust policy.
Professionalism
Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets professional NMC guidelines, appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act.
To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team.
Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment.
Maintain and develop own professional knowledge.
Be aware of and adhere to the Professional Presentation Policy.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- First Level RGN
- Degree/Diploma in Nursing/Health studies
- NMC Registration
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Non-medical prescriber
- IT Skills
Experience
Desirable criteria
- Acute nursing
- Care of older people
Skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates a good understanding of the nursing process
- Able to efficiently plan and allocate work
- Able to manage time effectively
- Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness
- Demonstrate an understanding of Equality and Diversity
Desirable criteria
- Must be able to work on own initiative and be able to supervise other staff effectively
- Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Able to work as an effective team member
- Able to express self clearly and confidently - verbal and written
- Demonstrates commitment and ability to teach others
- Able to adapt to changing circumstances
- Able to achieve personal objectives
Other
Essential criteria
- Flexible - can work shifts, weekend, bank holidays and evening duties
- Able to change duties at short notice
- Ability to travel independently
- Must be willing to travel across localities
Desirable criteria
- Aware of current NHS issues and priorities
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Brendan Duffy
- Job title
- Clinical Lead - Elective Surgical Care
- Email address
- [email protected]
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