Job summary
Are you looking to work in a rewarding nursing environment?
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurses to join our team at Bicester Community Hospital.
Our ward is great place to work with a lovely outdoor garden space for our patients and staff to enjoy. We have a part time role available and work internal shift rotation.
Main duties of the job
We focus on rehabilitation and complex discharge management, caring for our patients who have a wide variety of conditions and have come to us from medical, trauma, renal and surgical wards.
Every day you will see a variety of specialisms that will allow you to utilise and grow your nursing skills.
There is a strong therapeutic presence within our friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team which you will be an integral part of, and you will actively contribute to providing the highest standards of patient care.
You will be provided with excellent career development and training as we believe in supporting our staff to help them succeed and thrive in their roles.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
1. Excellent opportunities for career progression
2. Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
3. 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
4. NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
5. Competitive pension scheme
6. Lease car scheme
7. Cycle to work scheme
8. Employee Assistance Programme
9. Mental Health First Aiders
10. Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
11. Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will have an opportunity to work with supportive teams and committed colleagues.
12. To supervise and support the ward staff in their day-to-day work and development, promoting the concept of interdisciplinary team working.
13. To provide information, training and support to promote effective patient care and discharge from the ward area.
14. Provide leadership to Healthcare Assistants and peers to ensure a high standard of patient-centred care.
15. Under the direction of the Ward Manager to contribute to the monitoring and auditing of the standards of care in the ward area.
16. To attend the multidisciplinary team meeting and ensure key issues are shared across the ward team.
17. Responsible for the effective and efficient use of resources.
18. To work proactively as the ward and bed co-ordinator as rostered, ensuring adequate staffing levels are maintained.
19. To be visible and accessible to patients, relatives and colleagues in order to work effectively within the team
For a full overview of the role responsibilities please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
20. Current NMC RN Level One / due to qualify following completion of University degree
21. Evidence of ongoing development and education
Desirable
22. Teaching course and experience
Experience
Essential
23. Rehabilitation skills
24. Working with multidisciplinary teams and other professionals
25. Ability to demonstrate potential for management and leadership
Desirable
26. Has community experience
27. Familiar with clinical supervision
Skills
Essential
28. Flexible approach to working
29. Ability to cope with the physical demands of the role