Job summary
Do you want to work flexible hours? North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust has exciting opportunities available for RNLDs and RNMHs within our Acute In-patient; Community; Neuro Psychiatry, Old Age Psychiatry and Learning Disabilities services who wish to work within our Temporary Bank Service.
Main duties of the job
Joining the Bank provides an excellent opportunity for those who wish to gain insight and experience into diverse areas whilst providing you with the flexibility to choose your own working hours. It can also provide the opportunity to gain experience with the Trust as a precursor to permanent employment.
About us
With a CQC rating of Outstanding. North Staffs Combined Healthcare NHS Trust provides person centred mental health and specialist learning disability services for people of all ages. We aim to be the best in all that we do and work in partnership to deliver services that promote recovery, wellbeing and independent living. We have a strong ethos of multidisciplinary working and this is reflected on our wards with occupational therapy and psychology professionals within our ward teams alongside medical and nursing colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be successful in your application, you will need to have successfully completed Preceptorship, demonstrate your knowledge and dedication to high standards of patient care. You will need to be a reliable, enthusiastic and a self-motivated individual, possessing excellent communication skills and be adaptable to changing situations. You will need to be friendly and approachable whilst remaining professional. It is essential that you are reliable, punctual and work well within a team environment, as well as working under Trust Policy and the NMC Code of Conduct. Please refer to the job description and person specification for full details.Our offer to you includes: A fulfilling and friendly work environment Competitive wages, previous nursing experience will be taken into consideration when determining which point on the Band 5 pay scale will be applicable Paid annual leave on a pro rata basis Flexible hours, part time or full time - you choose your hours Funded DBS Trust Uniform Free on-site parking Induction, free training and support for career development. NHS Discounts at hundreds of retailers Access to the gold standard NHS pensionIf you are looking to make a difference in the lives of others, looking for a career in the NHS or need flexible work opportunities, then this could be the job for you!
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Registered Menatl Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse or General Nurse
- NMC registration
Experience
Essential
- Qualified nursing experience in relevant areas
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- knowledge of Mental Health Act
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust
Address
Harplands Hospital
Hilton Road
Stoke-on-Trent
ST4 6TH