About this role
Job summary
Under the direction of the Ward Manager and SDEC Coordinator the role of a Band 5 Staff Nurse is to support them to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and deliver high quality, evidence-based, holistic person-centred care and to assist in the supervision of more junior members of staff.
In the absence of band 6/7 nurse the postholder will be required to act as team leader who will be responsible and accountable for the smooth running of the rostered shift.
Hours per week: 37.5
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
Maintain own NMC registration and personal portfolio in line with PREP guidelines and professional development. To contribute to and ensure the timely and efficient admissions and transfers of patients to and from A & E /wards/ hospitals and to lead the ward team in the absence of the band 6/7 nurse To participate and assist in the early assessment and implementation of safe discharge planning utilising appropriate resources and referral systems and to act as a role model to more junior members of staff To be accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating, and delivering high quality, evidence-based care, including maintaining high standards of documentation. To contribute and promote an awareness of audit, research and participate in service developments in order to assist and support the ward manager to improve the quality of person-centred care whilst maintaining professional standards To support and maintain patient safety by undertaking clinical risk assessments and utilising the clinical incident reporting system To maintain and develop appropriate clinical skills to ensure best practice and demonstrate competencies commensurate with the band To support and encourage patient empowerment and assist patient choice through the provision and teaching of health promotion, PPI and PALS involvement. To take responsibility and ownership of personal and professional development with the support of ward manager and clinical manager
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 & 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 personcentred 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 multiagency professionals Knowledge of local and national healthcare initiatives Evidence of continuous professional development
Experience Essential
Evidence of recent acute or relevant clinical experience (including student placements)
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
Other Role Requirements Essential
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further role requirements.
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)