About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Band 5 nurse (adult or paediatric trained) to work as part of the Urgent Treatment Centre team, who will be responsible for providing high quality health care and information to the public. An opportunity exists for a highly motivated practitioner with relevant Adult or Paediatric experience who is committed to making a valuable contribution to the further development of these successful and pioneering services. The Job role will provide training, teaching and clinical competence within 12-18 months of completion of all clinical competencies to enable the post holder to work as an autonomous practitioner.
The services offer treatment for minor injuries and minor ailments 365 days per year, and are open from 8am - 9:00 pm.
If you have post - qualification experience in A&E, Walk-in Centre or Urgent Care with recent experience in the treatment of minor ailments and injuries we would like to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
To act as part of Urgent Treatment Centre team, seeing patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed health problems; liaising with others to maintain and enhance a culture which promotes effective multidisciplinary team working within the organisation and across the wider health economy.
To provide care and advice to clients utilizing evidence-based practice to promote effective treatment and health promotion.
Assess, plan and implement treatment plans using evidence-based nursing care
Acts as an autonomous practitioner within agreed protocols guided by organisational policies and within scope of professional practice.
Works under indirect supervision in the provision of care to clients, accessing the knowledge and skills of the team leader as required.
Act as a mentor to pre and post registration nurses, allied health professional and unqualified students.
The post holder should demonstrate flexibility and be able to work across a range of shift patterns.
Participates in the education, development and line management of other staff members
Is an effective team player within the interdependent unit, operating flexibly across both units as required and recognising the benefits of the integrated approach
About us
Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM). They underpin everything we do and everything we aspire to be as an organisation
Our mission is to be exceptional for our patients, our communities and each other
Our vision is to be a great organisation providing excellent healthcare and opportunities to work and learn
Our approach to healthcare is founded on our four core values:
Kind - we are caring, supporting and respectful to everyone
Open - we are honest, transparent and open to new ways of working
Fair - we listen, value our differences and are inclusive to all
One team - we work well together and with our communities
We employ almost 6,500 people from more than 80 nationalities and are fully committed to being an equal, diverse and inclusive employer. Our culture and values ensure that everyone is treated with dignity and respect, and that no job applicant or employee is disadvantaged at any stage of their journey.
We are also proud to be an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists and families.
Working at NCM means becoming part of a dedicated team of clinical and support staff who are passionate about keeping people well and supporting wellbeing. If you share our values and are motivated by making a difference for our patients, we'd be delighted to receive your application
Job description Job responsibilities
To act as part of urgent treatment centre team, seeing patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed health problems; liaising with others to maintain and enhance a culture which promotes effective multidisciplinary team working within the organisation and across the wider health economy
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered first level nurse (Adult/Paeds) Current NMC registration
Desirable
Clinical Examination module or equivalent at level 6 or 7
Experience Essential
Relevant and current experience in A&E / primary care or WIC/UTC Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Clinical examination skills
Skille & Knowledge Essential
Communication skills Decision making skills Motivational and organisation skills
Desirable
Risk management skills
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 North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)
Address Widnes Healthcare Resource Centre
Widnes
WA8 7GD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://northcheshireandmersey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)