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Staff Nurse

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University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Stoke-on-Trent

AI generated summary

  • You must be a Band 5 Registered Nurse, ready to provide high-quality patient care, support surgical teams, and engage in ongoing learning with specialist nurses. Flexible hours available.
  • You will provide high-quality patient care, mentor peers, support senior staff, and develop skills in GI surgical nursing while accessing specialist support for comprehensive patient needs.

Requirements

  • An exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Registered Nurse position has become available within Ward 108, Upper and Lower GI Surgery.
  • Providing High standard of care for patients, covering a 24 hour period. Mentoring & preceptorship will be provided within the role. Ward 108 is a busy 27 bedded ward, caring for Upper and Lower Gastrointestinal surgical patients. You will be supporting the Band 7 & senior team in ensuring a high standard of care is provided to all patients.
  • The ward is an excellent area to work within to gain many surgical nursing skills and knowledge of Upper and Lower GI surgeries. You will also have access to other specialist Nurses who will support your learning within the areas of Stoma Care, Tissue Viability, Nutrition and Dietetics. These nurses visit the ward regularly and support the care of our patients providing them with physical and emotional care.
  • University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we’re highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford.
  • We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.
  • Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff is really important to us. We offer a range of options for our staff to help maintain a good work-life balance including full time, part time hours and bank hours. We are also committed to offering flexible working wherever we can and where relevant to the role and the service, agile working. You can select your preferences upon application.
  • For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Joanne Woolliscroft Job title: Senior sister Email address: joanne.woolliscroft@uhnm.nhs.uk Telephone number: 01782 676108

Responsibilities

  • Providing High standard of care for patients, covering a 24 hour period.
  • Mentoring & preceptorship will be provided within the role.
  • Supporting the Band 7 & senior team in ensuring a high standard of care is provided to all patients.
  • Caring for Upper and Lower Gastrointestinal surgical patients.
  • Gaining many surgical nursing skills and knowledge of Upper and Lower GI surgeries.
  • Accessing support from specialist Nurses in areas of Stoma Care, Tissue Viability, Nutrition and Dietetics.
  • Supporting the care of patients providing them with physical and emotional care.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Band 5 Registered Nurse.

What area will I be working in?

You will be working in Ward 108, which specializes in Upper and Lower GI Surgery.

How many patients does Ward 108 accommodate?

Ward 108 is a busy 27 bedded ward.

What kind of support will be available for new staff?

Mentoring and preceptorship will be provided to support new staff within the role.

Who will I be supporting as a Band 5 Registered Nurse?

You will be supporting the Band 7 and senior team in ensuring a high standard of care is provided to all patients.

What kind of skills can I expect to gain in this position?

You can expect to gain many surgical nursing skills and knowledge of Upper and Lower GI surgeries.

Will I have access to specialist nurses?

Yes, you will have access to specialist Nurses in areas such as Stoma Care, Tissue Viability, Nutrition, and Dietetics.

What is the patient demographic served by University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust?

The Trust serves around three million people.

How many inpatient beds does the Trust have?

The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites.

What initiatives does the Trust have for staff development?

The Trust has a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfill their potential.

Does the Trust offer flexible working options?

Yes, the Trust offers flexible working options including full time, part time hours and bank hours.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

You can contact Joanne Woolliscroft, Senior Sister, at joanne.woolliscroft@uhnm.nhs.uk or call 01782 676108 for more information.

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University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust offers a range of acute and specialized medical services across North Staffordshire and South Cheshire. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-focused care, enhancing health outcomes through excellence in medical treatment and compassionate service. Their purpose is to provide comprehensive, effective healthcare while continuously improving services and patient experiences in their community.