About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse to join our busy Outpatients Department.
As a Staff Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of specialties, supporting patients throughout their outpatient journey. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating care, while ensuring an excellent patient experience and the smooth running of clinics.
You will contribute to service improvement, support the development of junior colleagues and students, and help maintain a safe, effective and welcoming environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who is passionate about delivering outstanding care and developing their skills within a dynamic outpatient setting.
Non-UK or Irish applicants: you are responsible for checking your visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
For Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
As a Staff Nurse within the Outpatients Department, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating individualised nursing care to meet the needs of patients attending outpatient services.
You will support the smooth and efficient running of clinics, undertaking clinical procedures and investigations within your scope of practice while ensuring care is delivered in line with Trust policies, professional standards and best practice.
Working closely with consultants, nursing colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to positive patient outcomes and an excellent patient experience.
You will provide advice, support and health education to patients and their carers, maintain accurate and timely clinical records, and promote a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
The role also includes supporting and developing junior staff and learners, acting as a positive role model, participating in quality improvement and service development initiatives, and maintaining compliance with clinical governance, safeguarding, infection prevention and health and safety requirements.
In the absence of senior staff, you will assist in coordinating the department to ensure the continued delivery of safe and effective care.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council NMC)
- Understanding of NMC Code, safeguarding and consent; working knowledge of NHS values and standards
Desirable
- Post-registration course relevant to clinical area
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care; effective documentation skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to build therapeutic relationships
- Ability to work within a team and take delegated responsibility, understanding of professional boundaries
- Able to prioritise and manage time effectively in a busy clinical setting
- Confident in using electronic patient records and digital systems
- Compassionate, reliable, committed to person centred care; demonstrates resilience and emotional maturity
Desirable
- Proficient in clinical procedures relevant to the area (e.g., IV administration, catheterisation)
- Experience liaising with families and multi agency professionals
- Knowledge of local and national healthcare initiatives
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Previous experience mentoring students or supervising junior staff
- Experience of taking charge or leading a shift
- Experience contributing to service improvement or change
- Experience using audit or reporting tools
Further Information
Essential
- Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Please note that this is a non-scoring question
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
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)