Job summary A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our highly motivated and compassionate team.Gate 44 (Acute General Medicine) at Pinderfields Hospital is a busy ward accommodating 40 patients with a wide variety of medical conditions.
We work closely with all specialities from Vascular, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Neurology to Respiratory and many more.It is essential that the candidate practices good communication and effective organisational skills.
Whilst also having the ability to adapt to various clinical situations and show empathy in their approach to patients care within our fast paced team.Candidates must be flexible around working patterns and work effectively and efficiently within a large team.We welcome applicants to come and have a look around the ward, see how the ward flows, understand the complexity of the patients in our care and ask any questions.
Main duties of the job The post holder will work as part of a team to provide safe, effective and high quality care for our service users.We adhere to and live by the Trust Values of Caring, Improving, Respect and High Standards.As part of the Gate 44 team you will be focused on excellent patient care by assessing, implementing and evaluating care from the point of admission to discharge.You will be a team player but also someone who can work independently and work well under pressure.
You must have excellent communication and organisational skills and be motivated with a willingness to learn and grow in your skills and knowledge.Full access to a training package and development opportunities will be given.To be considered for this post, you must hold relevant UK NMC registration or be in a position to successfully apply for this at the point of your application.
About us We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees.
Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients.
Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs.
Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications.
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Job description Job responsibilities KeyResponsibilities CLINICALLEADERSHIP TheRegistered Nurse will maintain a nursing culture which is open to change, newideas, concepts and innovations.
This will be achieved by: Participating inthe development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respectsthe rights of patients carers and staff.
Ability to relateto all staff and patients in a confident manner, demonstrating good listeningskills and able to work effectively as part of team.
Creating,maintaining and enhancing effective working relationships.
Recognising areasof conflict and assisting in the management of this to promote a healthyworking environment.
Maintaining anawareness of national and regional initiatives.
Participating inthe individual performance review process.
Participating inClinical Supervision where this is appropriate Participating inthe implementation and monitoring of the Trusts Nursing Charter standards.
Acting as apositive ambassador for the Trust.
Contributing tothe Trusts Shared Leadership process.
Striving forcontinuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care.
Submitting newideas/Innovations aimed at improving patient care.LEARNING ENVIRONMENT/EVIDENCE BASED NURSING The Registered Nurse will support and contribute to a ward culture which is conducive to learning incorporating high quality evidence based practice into patient centred care.This will be achieved by:Utilising and contributing to resources within the ward environment which encourage evidence based nursing.Promoting patient/carer independence through relevant teaching and support.Supporting and enabling professional development of team members.Undertaking own personal development to meet identified needs.Contributing to the mentorship of colleagues as directed by the ward sister.Ensuring statutory training is undertaken and compliance maintained.COMPETENT PRACTICEThe Registered Nurse will combine theory and experience to demonstrate clinical competence in practice.This will be achieved byParticipating in the assessment of health related needs of patients and their families/carers.Contributing towards the formulation of a plan of care with the patient and their families/carers input.Delivering direct care to patient in accordance with the Trusts policies and NMC Guidelines.Continually assessing and evaluating the patients condition and the effectiveness of the care delivery with a senior member of the team.Promoting a multi professional approach to maximise the patients health and independence utilising resources appropriately.Maintaining up to date knowledge of current nursing issues/practices.Working as a registered nurse, without direct supervision in the absence of the Ward Sister where necessary.
Person Specification Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient care Prioritise tasks Develop and maintain positive working relationships Experience Desirable Previous experience working in health care setting Knowledge and Awareness Essential Up to date knowledge of current nursing issues and practice Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Desirable BSc (Hons) Nursing Diploma HE Nursing