About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our friendly Surgical Assessment Unit (SAU). This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the emergency surgical team at a pivotal time, as we continue to develop and expand our Same Day Emergency Care service for patients referred from a variety of sources, including the Emergency Department and GPs.
As a Band 5 Staff Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, safe, compassionate, effective & inclusive care to patients attending the Surgical Assessment Unit. You will work as part of a larger team to assess, monitor, and support patients throughout their attendance, ensuring excellent patient experience and outcomes.
Working within SAU provides a varied and rewarding environment, offering opportunities to develop a broad range of clinical skills. As part of your role, you will be required to complete and achieve sign-off of the relevant clinical competencies.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional development while contributing to an evolving service that places patient-centred care at its heart.
Main duties of the job
To deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients receiving medical treatment. The post holders will be responsible for patient care needs, and implementation and evaluation of the procedure / interventions. The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard and efficient nursing care within South Warwickshire University Foundation Trust.
About us
SWFT is recognised as an 'employer of choice' and is highly recommended as a place to work.
We are extremely proud to have recently been rated as 'Outstanding' by CQC which shows the commitment and dedication from our workforce. Our employees are as important to us as the care we give to our patients. This is also demonstrated in the national NHS Staff Survey results which shows SWFT as one of the best employers for staff retention, morale, staff engagement and health and well-being.
We can offer you:
On-going learning and development, providing clearly structured career pathways in preparation towards specialist or managerial roles. Staff Benefits Platform - Lease Car, Electronics Scheme, Holiday Scheme Childcare vouchers and many more Health and well-being services Flexible working - All working patterns will be considered, Roster patterns provided to support a healthy work/life balance Mentorship and preceptor support All NHS standardised benefits - annual leave, pension scheme.
Job description Job 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
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
General
To provide short-term cover for colleagues during periods of leave
To ensure that all Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all whom come into contact with services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust
Every employee has a duty to take reasonable care of the health and safety of him/herself and of other persons who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions at work, and to co-operate with the South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust to ensure that statutory and Trust regulations are complied with
To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives
To participate in appropriate training and development activities
To participate in team, professional and personal development activities and promote commitment to continuous development and improvement
Ensure that all staff consciously review mistakes, complaints and incidents/near misses as well as successes to improve performance and the level of customer care
All employees will have an organisational and individual responsibility towards safeguarding vulnerable adults, young people, and children
To abide by Infection Prevention and Control policies relevant to their area of work, and undertake the necessary level of training. This will be appraised through the KSF review process or other relevant professional review proces
To contribute to promoting and implementing the Trust's Carbon Management policy, in line with team and organisational objective
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
First Level RGN Degree/Diploma in Nursing/Health studies NMC Registration
Desirable
Evidence of continuous professional development Non-medical prescriber IT Skills
Experience Desirable
Acute nursing Care of older people
Skills Essential
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
Must be able to work on own initiative and be able to supervise other staff effectively Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices
Personal Essential
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
Flexible - can work shifts, weekend, bank holidays and evening duties Full Driving licence and access to own vehicle Must be willing to travel across localities.
Desirable
Able to change duties at short notice Aware of current NHS issues and priorities
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)