Staff Nurse

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust; Cavendish; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension

Flexible working where possible

Training & development

Staff health & wellbeing

Job summary

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Staff Nurse for Fenton Ward at Cavendish Hospital. The role focuses on delivering high-quality inpatient care, planning and evaluating patient needs, and supporting junior staff under the Ward Manager.

You will be part of a forward-thinking team committed to continuous professional development and flexible working where possible, contributing to excellent patient outcomes across county services.

Qualifications

• RGN
• Evidence of recent training

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care while maintaining privacy and dignity.
• Provide advice and support to junior staff and actively support the Ward Manager in managing the healthcare environment.
• Drive forward our Quality Always initiative on Fenton ward, Cavendish Hospital.

Education

RGN

Evidence of recent training

Job description

The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.

Be outstanding - join an outstanding team!

Job overview

Please note, Due to a high volume of applications received, this advert may close early so please ensure you submit your application without delay.

Are you keen to add to your skills?

Are you eager to make a difference?

We are looking for an enthusiastic nurse to join our friendly team. We are expanding our skills together and are waiting for you to join us!

We are passionate about enabling our patients to receive the right care in the right place and strive to provide staff with development opportunities.

We love to make a difference and give our patients a positive hospital experience, if you do to then please contact us to arrange an informal visit where you will be very welcomed!

Are you able to demonstrate excellent clinical, communication and organisational skills with a willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the service?

If you are, we want to hear from you!

We are one of the first organisations in the country to implement the amazing Nursing Accreditation Assessment system called Quality Always which allows us to deliver high-quality, safe care at all times.

We are looking for a Staff Nurse to help drive forward our bespoke DCHS Quality Always on Fenton ward, Cavendish Hospital.

Fenton Ward is currently a 10-bedded ward that delivers rehabilitation care and complex discharge planning to our frail elderly population embedding the 6 Cs in everything that we do.

This post is a permanent inpatient position within DCHS.

Main duties of the job

DCHS is a forward-thinking organisation and here at Fenton ward we aspire to deliver excellent standards of care, professional development and offer many opportunities to progress county-wide within a number of services, which could include community nursing, quality department.

We are seeking a Staff Nurse who is able to deliver excellent clinical and organisational skills. The post holder will be dynamic and have a clear vision of what excellent patient care looks and feels like.

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care in the most efficient and clinically-effective way, whilst maintaining the patient's privacy and dignity.

To provide advice and support to junior staff in the delivery of high-quality care and actively support the Ward Manager in the management of the healthcare environment.

This is an exciting time moving forward in DCHS and you could be a part of the future.

Working for our organisation

Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.

We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBTI+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• RGN
• Evidence of recent training

Desirable criteria

• Leg Ulcer Management (N18)
• Continence Care
• Palliative Care
• Infection Control
• Tissue Viability Management
• Student Mentorship
• IV competencies

Experience

Essential criteria

• Evidence of research based/reflective practice

Skills

Essential criteria

• Written and recording skills
• IT Skills

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff. We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year.

We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre. Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community. As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young.

DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign. The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer.

TWITTER/FACEBOOK - DCHS has its own Social Media accounts for recruitment. Follow us/like us via @dchsjobs

Our vision is to see the health of local communities improve through partnership working, putting people at the centre and looking to the future.

Our values: 1) To get the basics right - For each other, local people and communities 2) To act with compassion and respect - For each other, local people and communities 3) To make a positive difference - For each other, local people and communities 4) To value and develop teamwork - With our partners and within DCHS 5) To value diversity and inclusivity - Of each other, local people and communities. The majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff.

We will communicate with you regarding your application via email so please check your email account on a regular basis. If using hotmail, MSN or yahoo email accounts please check your 'junk/spam' mail regularly.

If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or [e-mail] and we will be happy to provide assistance.

Please note - if we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.

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