Job summary
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an assessment centre on the 20th July 2024. There will not be an option for an alternative date or a remote interview.
An opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic Registered nurses to join Ashton ward, an elective and trauma orthopedic ward at Kettering General Hospital.
It is a 24-bedded ward based over 2 floors caring for both elective and trauma patients. The primary focus is on patient care post-surgery or management of their condition. Full and part time hours are available.
The role of the nurse/midwife is to provide a holistic, high quality, patient focused, comprehensive, efficient and safe service for the patients cared for at Kettering General Hospital, acting with responsibility, accountability and integrity; reporting adverse events and poor practice to the person in charge.
Main duties of the job
The nurse/midwife would be expected to effectively andresponsibly use resources and engage in change and service improvements.
- A clinical practitioner who is developing their expertise within their specialtyo An effective role model who emulates good practice and professional standardso A motivated, dynamic practitioner who supports the ward team in striving for improvements in care and practiceo Works within own limits of competency provide a holistic package of care that meets the patients psychological, social and physical needs; as dictated by patient pathway and clinical conditiono Act responsibly as a team member and seeks help whenever necessaryo To implement relevant clinical assessment tools and risk assessmentso To cover clinical workload and other duties in the absence of other staff of the same or lower bandingo To be aware of safeguarding procedures, ensuring that they maintain their knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act Assessment, Deprivation of Liberty and Best Interests to ensure patients overall safety within clinical environment
For more information on duties of the role please see the job description and person specification attached
About us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employerforour people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values:CompassionRespectIntegrityCourageousAccountable
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role of the nurse is to provide a holistic, high quality, patient focused, comprehensive, efficient and safe service for the patients cared for at Kettering General Hospital, acting with responsibility, accountability and integrity, reporting adverse events and poor practice to the person in charge. The nurse would be expected to use resources and engage in change and service improvements effectively and responsibly.
For more information please see the job description and person specification attached
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered NMC Nurse
- Diploma/Degree
Desirable
- Mentor Qualification
- Teaching Qualification
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Previous Healthcare experience
- Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning
Desirable
- Evidence of post-registration qualification/education to diploma/degree level
- Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS
Skills
Essential
- The ability to communicate with patients and their families/carers during a highly stressful time, requiring the ability to alter communication strategies dependent on the situation and the patient's status
- To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication; and appropriate information storage
- The ability to make judgments on problems requiring investigation, analysis e.g., assessment of patient condition, suitability for discharge
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care
- The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high quality nursing/midwifery service
- Able to organise, prioritise and adjust own workload in relation to the priorities of the department
- Able to allocate and delegate workload responsibly and monitor the work of others; clinical supervision of junior staff
- The ability to make changes to own practice and offer suggestions for improving services
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kettering General Hospital
Rothwell Road
Kettering
NN16 8UZ