Cardiology Staff Nurse — Rotational, Preceptorship

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Wirral; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Staff Nurse for the Cardiology department on the Wirral. Ward 32 is a busy unit with a 7-bed CCU and a 6-bed cardiac day suite, offering a rotation to practice in all areas.

You will work with a supportive team to deliver high-quality patient care. Newly qualified nurses are invited to apply as we offer full preceptorship and ongoing training to extend your knowledge and skills in a challenging, rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are kind and caring with excellent communication skills.
• Newly qualified nurses are invited to apply as we offer full preceptorship.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of the nursing care for a named caseload of patients, including their property and valuables.
• Assist in creating a therapeutic environment which meets the needs of patients, relatives and carers.
• Adhere to Wirral Hospital objectives, policies, protocols and guidelines.
• Liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to promoting a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of care and implementation of change.
• Participate in audits.
• Continuously update own skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of clinical issues.
• In the absence of the Ward/Departmental Manager or their deputy, act as shift coordinator.
• Act as a preceptor, Practice Assessor/Supervisor and/or NVQ assessor to junior staff and students.
• Supervise and lead a team of junior staff
• Undertake appraisals of staff within the team
• Contribute to meeting the agreed objectives for the Ward/Department
• Be aware of and adhere to national, local and professional policies, protocols and guidelines
• Ensure effective communication with Patients , families , peers promoting safe patient care and good patient experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Kind and caring

Job description

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Staff Nurse for the Cardiology department on the Wirral. Ward 32 is a busy unit with a 7-bed CCU and a 6-bed cardiac day suite, offering a rotation to practice in all areas.

You will work with a supportive team to deliver high-quality patient care. Newly qualified nurses are invited to apply as we offer full preceptorship and ongoing training to extend your knowledge and skills in a challenging, rewarding environment.