We are looking for a candidate who has a commitment to ensure safe and high-quality care is delivered to our patients, as well as being a role model and supporting other members of the MDT.
On Ward 24 there is a strong focus on multidisciplinary team working, to ensure safe and timely patient discharges or transfers to appropriate care settings.
You will be expected to work as part of a dynamic nursing team, delivering all aspects of care to patients and have excellent communication skills. Previous experience in a similar setting is desirable, but not essential. These posts will be rotational between day/night shift and cover seven days a week.
The main purpose of the role is to plan, implement and evaluate nursing care working as a member of the multidisciplinary team under the supervision of the nurses and the ward manager.
* Assist the qualified nursing staff in the delivery of high quality direct and indirect patient care
* Provide assistance and support to patients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team
* Maintain high clinical standards
* Help maintain a clean and safe ward environment
* Assist the qualified nurses in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care
* Give basic nursing care, e.g.; assistance with personal hygiene, eating and drinking, mobility needs, washing under direct or indirect supervision
* Monitor patients' observations and vital signs including fluid balance
* Report accurately perceived changes in a patient's manner, observation, eating habits etc.
* Promote health within the ward setting
* Organise own day to day work tasks or activities under supervision of qualified staff
* Able to respond to the changing needs of patients and ward routines
We recognise the positive value of diversity and inclusion and are committed to a workforce that is diverse, equal and inclusive. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, we have a Gold award from the Defense Recognition Scheme, and we are delighted to support Apprenticeships, Age Positive and are a mindful employer.
Applicants who meet the Fit and Proper Person Requirements (FPPR) will require additional pre-employment checks in line with CQC and NHS England statutory guidance.
1. Extensive staff health and well-being programme including access to our specialist Wellbeing Hub
2. Support and connection through a variety of Staff Network groups
3. A range of flexible working opportunities
4. Generous annual leave and pension scheme
5. Access to lease car and home electronics scheme (qualifying criteria applies)
6. Opportunities to improve your professional development through our vast training programmes
7. On-site nursery places via salary sacrifice
8. Access to savings scheme via salary sacrifice with Northumberland Community Bank
We are proud to be one of the country's top performing NHS trusts - rated 'outstanding' overall by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
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