Registered Nurse - Allerton Ward

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for you to work as a Registered Nurse on our busy Colorectal/Gastroenterology Ward. Our ward is a supportive learning environment to consolidate your Newly Registered Role or develop your Registered Nursing career. A core team of experienced staff will support you in your new position, helping you become an expert in clinical skills.

You will learn to manage complex wounds, total parental nutrition, NG/NJ/Peg management, stoma care, surgical drains, radiological drains, epidurals, PCA, chest drains and more. If you are passionate about providing high quality individualised patient care, enthusiastic about supporting patients’ rehabilitation and increasing their independence and quality of life, we would like to hear from you. This post is part-time for 34 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 10 patients in a 29-bed ward, split into 3 teams.
• Administer medications.
• Escalate patient care when required.
• Be responsible for your own learning and development.
• Supervise and manage learners.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Partake in board rounds.
• Advocate for your patients and be involved in best interest decisions.
• Support the wider family through clear communication.

Working for our organisation

Allerton Ward is a fast-paced acute Colorectal Surgical/Gastroenterology unit with 29 beds. The skill mix typically ranges from 2 registered nurses and 1 health care assistant to 10 patients due to high acuity. We are the main ICU step-down ward and manage highly complex patients who require compassion and patience to engage in their journey. You will be welcomed by a supportive team and have opportunities to spend time with extended Clinical specialist teams, with potential rotation into the Endoscopy department.

Why work with us

Full vacancy details can be found in the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability for the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. We are a Carer-friendly employer and offer flexible working where possible, including a Carer\’s Passport scheme that provides support and discounts.

Important information

• We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications; apply promptly.
• Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to the requirements of the role.
• Applicants identifying as part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview if they meet the minimum essential criteria. Step into Health guidance can be found on the NHS Employers website.
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• Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
• If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
• It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.

The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum with representatives from all protected groups.