Job summary
Employer heading
Staff Nurse- Clwyd
NHS AfC: Band 5
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join the team on Clwyd Ward which is a 22 bedded Enhanced Recovery Ward.
Enhanced recovery is a modern, surgically-led, evidence-based approach that helps patients undergoing surgery get back to health as soon as possible following your operation. Patients who are under the enhanced recovery pathway are discharged from hospital when safe - this could be on the same day as surgery.
You will provide high quality nursing care within a multidisciplinary environment, to ensure individualised and effective care is practiced.
Join us at our Recruitment Open Day on Sunday 29 September 2024 (10am to 12.30pm).
For more detail see www.rjah.nhs.uk/work-with-us
**Please note we are unable to support applicants who require OSCE, as the Trust has a separate and limited application process*
Applicants who would require current Skilled Worker Sponsorship to work in the UK are advised to check that the role they are applying for meets the requirement for sponsorship before applying :
https://www.gov/governement/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list
https://www.gov.uk/health-care-worker-visa/different-salary-requirements
Main duties of the job
To be an accountable and professional registered adult nurse
To work within a team and to work on your own initiative when required
To be able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care
To administer medication under prescription once completed competencies
To monitor and escalate signs of deterioration
To prepare and manage patients pre and post operatively
To identify areas for quality improvement
To escalate concerns in relation to patient care delivery when they fall below expected standard
Working for our organisation
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job – we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.
We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities – including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans’ Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).
RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.
The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.
We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Be accountable and responsible for maintaining own nursing practice and take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence.
To be responsible for the delivery of patient centered care. Maintaining own specialist knowledge and clinical skills participating in direct patient care and uphold evidence of PREP standards as required by the NMC. The post holder must be able to demonstrate extremely developed dexterous skills during clinical practice and the capability to manage periods of moderate physical effort during the shift worked.
Assist the ward staff in the provision of clinical and professional advice, expertise and support, developing practice and monitoring performance.
Keep abreast of current political issues within the NHS, and future nursing trends.
To provide leadership to all staff promoting a culture of positive and effective team work.
Assess care required, requesting medical input as necessary and devising appropriate care programmes for the patient, implementing and evaluating care during the admission and in preparation for a safe discharge. Supported by written evidence.
To provide a high standard of nursing care based on the assessment of care needs - in consultation with the patient, their relatives and the multidisciplinary team.
To continuously evaluate the quality of care given, and regularly re-assess the needs of the patient, in consultation with the patient, other carers and the multidisciplinary team to effect change required
to achieve planned goals.
Liaise with other professionals to ensure cohesive patient care
Formulate well-planned discharges with appropriate follow-up, ensuring effective liaison with the family, Allied Health Professional’s and community services.
Ensure a patient / client-focused approach to care
Ensure due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of the patient family, carers and staff.
To uphold the Trust's Diversity/Equal Opportunities Policy.
Ensure due regard is given to the safety of patients belongings
Providing and receiving complex or sensitive information about patients, dealing with confrontation where you will be able to reassure, calm and defuse difficult situations.
Advise on issues within own scope of practice relating to health promotion & MECC.
To identify the learning needs of the patient, relatives and staff, and in consultation with the Ward/department staff will plan and implement education to meet those needs.
Facilitate and maintain patient records to ensure information is accurate and up to date for future reference and complies with the Data Protection Act, NMC Patient Record Keeping Guidelines.
Prepare care plans to ensure the delivery of effective patient care.
To be able to manage time effectively, ensuring patients are ready for planned procedures and staff receive adequate breaks during the working day and finish at the appropriate time.
Ensure the safe delivery of medicines by the prescribed route adhering to national and Trust guidelines.
Assist the Ward staff to ensure the ward area meet risk management standards, working with all health care professionals.
The ability to use and recharge intravenous drug administration pumps including the recognition of early signs of drug reaction, and the appropriate steps to be taken.
Frequent provision of patient care, which requires the use physical effort to roll, manoeuver and stand patients. The use of ward manual handling equipment / training is essential, to reduce physical strain and maintain safety of the patient. Annual manual handling training is mandatory.
Frequent handling of waste body fluids, ensuring correct disposal.
Participate in a yearly appraisal, setting personal objectives for own professional development plan.
Completion of yearly statutory training to ensure adherence to Trust policy and current legislation.
Attend relevant in house training sessions which is pertinent to own clinical practice, to enhance knowledge and skill, maintaining competencies
Person specification
Qualifications/Experience
Essential criteria
- RGN
- Numeracy Skills
- Awareness of current NHS issues
Skills and Competencies
Essential criteria
- Ability to adapt to changing pressures of work.
- Motivated, Innovative & Supportive
- Ability to work on own initiative and under pressure
- Deliver excellent customer service.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- High level of communication skills and ability to work within a team
- Basic computer skills
- Articulate & knowledgeable of skills needed to deliver high standard of care
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Flexibility to meet service needs by working any necessary shifts
- Professional attitude towards nursing
- Enthusiastic about being a nurse
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Caroline Morris
- Job title
- Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01691404204
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