Job summary
Are you an experienced nurse with current full UK NMC registration and NHS experience, a newly qualified nurse, a nurse returning to registered practice or a student nurse looking for their first post who is compassionate about caring for patients?
Do you want to work for an organisation that will fully support you in your career development?
We want you to work for us. WUTH is on an exciting journey as we aim is to deliver the highest quality of care for every patient and we want talented nurses to join our team.
Do you have a passion for delivering outstanding care?
An exciting opportunity has become available for a band 5 registered nurse on Ward 10. Our nursing workforce is made up of a good mix of experienced and new staff who work together to make the environment a happy place to work and learn.
Ward 10 is a 22 bedded Trauma and Orthopaedic ward specialising in acute trauma. We also receive general surgical, urology and medical outliers.
We currently have a vacancy for a part time band 5 Nurse who takes pride in delivering quality and compassionate care.
Main duties of the job
As a major teaching hospital we are renowned as a leader in the region for education and training, so you will be fully supported through your nursing career and development.
You should have good communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to work effectively as part of the team and deal with complex and sensitive situations in a professional manner. You will be required to demonstrate commitment to excellent patient experience, in line with the Trust Care Values, and in support of our patients.
As a new member of the team you will be given the opportunity to learn new skills, working with all members of the MDT to deliver excellent standards of care. You will have opportunities to learn, develop and progress in a caring and supportive team. A Trust preceptorship programme is available to all newly qualified staff. All staff are encouraged to progress with their personal and professional development with access to formal and informal study days.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the Northwest of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high-quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider Northwest footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide, and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further informationabout the Registered Nurse - Trauma and Orthopaedics position available at WUTH.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
1. Awareness of evidence based practice
2. Good organisational/time management skills
3. Ability to deal with an acute workload
4. Good communication skills written and verbal
5. Ability to recognise the importance of team work
6. Competent in organising/prioritising own workload and that of others
7. Ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels
8. Ability to problem solve
9. Excellent communicator (verbal and written)
10. Able to deal with conflict
11. Able to support and advise the team
12. Act as a positive role model
Desirable
13. Student nurse assessor/supervisor
14. Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff
15. Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages
16. Relevant clinical knowledge/experience of the specialty
17. Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice
18. Competent in organizing own workload and that of others
19. Good problem solving abilities
20. Good time management
21. Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
22. 1st Level NMC Registration
23. Evidence of Professional Development
24. Suitable for newly qualified or experienced staff nurse
25. Experience of maintaining accurate records
26. Relevant clinical knowledge and experience
Desirable
27. Act as a practice supervisor
28. Willing to undertake Practice Assessor Training
29. Relevant Degree or willing to register to work towards degree
30. Relevant or willingness to undertake relevant module/course
31. NHS Experience
32. Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
Personal Attributes
Essential
33. Self-motivated
34. Enthusiastic
35. Self-Confident
36. Ability to be sensitive and empathic
37. Recognises own development needs and able to set personal objectives
38. Has identified methods of dealing effectively under pressure
39. Communicate formally on first contact
40. Deal with everyone in a polite, friendly and welcoming manner
41. Ensure all communications are open, honest and accurate
42. Value people's time and protect it as much as possible
43. Make an environment friendly and safe for all
44. Listen to what people say and take appropriate action
45. Supporting safe patient care
46. Good patient experience and communication
47. Maintain own competence
Desirable
48. Act as a positive role model
49. Ability to deal with conflict