Job overview
Advance Your Career in Vascular Nursing – Join Our Specialist Team on Ward 15
Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Do you have previous surgical experience and a passion for developing your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment? If so, we invite you to explore an exciting opportunity with us.
Ward 15 is the designated Vascular Specialist Hub for the North & Central Lancashire region, located at the heart of Preston Hospital. Our 15-bed unit is dedicated to providing high-quality care for patients with both acute and chronic vascular conditions, offering comprehensive diagnostics, pre- and post-operative treatment, patient education, and ongoing support.
We pride ourselves on our inclusive, friendly team culture and are committed to professional development. As part of our team, you will benefit from:
1. A structured induction programme
2. Access to specialised vascular training
3. Support from our multidisciplinary team, including Clinical Nurse Specialists and Clinical Educators
4. Clear career progression pathways
Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise or explore new opportunities within vascular nursing, Ward 15 offers a nurturing environment where your growth is our priority.
There are numerous exciting opportunities emerging within the Vascular Department.
Join us and make a meaningful impact in vascular care.
Main duties of the job
Are you a compassionate, motivated nurse ready to grow in a dynamic surgical setting? We’re looking for a dedicated Staff Nurse to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in our Vascular Surgery team.
Your Role:
5. Administer medications and manage wound care
6. Deliver holistic care and support discharge planning
7. Care for patients post-vascular critical care, including those with epidurals
8. Apply advanced therapies (VAC, larvae, complex dressings)
9. Mentor student nurses and support learning
What You’ll Need:
10. NMC-registered Nurse
11. Flexible with shifts (including nights/weekends)
12. Committed to professional development
13. Surgical/acute care experience (desirable)
14. Willingness to train in vascular care
Why Join Us? Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team with access to specialist training and career development in vascular nursing.
Working for our organisation
We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.
Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.
You’ll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you’d never have done. You’ll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.
You’ll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
15. Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care in alignment with local and national standards, as well as evidence-based guidelines, under appropriate supervision.
16. Support and deliver patient education and health promotion initiatives, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing.
17. Assist in the coordination and delivery of high-quality care, ensuring professional standards are upheld throughout the patient journey.
18. Participate in risk management activities and uphold patient safety by adhering to all relevant health, safety, and security legislation, policies, and procedures.
19. Support the development, monitoring, and maintenance of care standards to enhance patient experience and improve clinical outcomes.
20. Ensure effective communication of relevant information within the multidisciplinary team and with external partners to facilitate seamless, integrated care.
21. Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive documentation of all care activities in accordance with local and professional standards.
22. Act as a positive role model, demonstrating professionalism and promoting the values of the team and organisation.
23. Promote inclusive and equitable care, respecting and responding to the diverse needs, preferences, and choices of individuals.
24. Ensure the care environment is safe, well-maintained, and compliant with hygiene and cleanliness standards.
25. Take responsibility for ongoing professional development, maintaining competence and skills within the scope of the role.
26. Engage actively in the appraisal and personal development planning process, contributing to continuous improvement.
27. Support the implementation of Trust-wide and local initiatives aimed at enhancing nursing practice, such as intentional rounding and alcohol screening.
28. Address concerns and complaints proactively at a local level, escalating appropriately and reporting outcomes to the line manager.
Person specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
29. Willing to expand clinical role eg IV additives, venepuncture and cannulation
30. Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
31. Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
32. Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
33. Demonstrates competency during internship
Desirable criteria
34. Evidence of clinical competence in area of speciality eg surgery
35. Knowledge of Leadership and Management
36. Research and Development
37. Knowledge of ethical issues
Qualifications & Education
Essential criteria
38. Appropriate NMC Registration
39. Diploma in Nursing
40. NMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards following 18 months commencement in post
41. Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
Desirable criteria
42. Degree