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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, committed nurse with a current registration to join the George Eliot wellbeing service as part of the Vaccination team.
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust opened in 1948 and provides a range of elective, non-elective, surgical, medical, women's, children's, diagnostic and therapeutic services to a population of more than 350,000 people.The hub of the Trust is located on the outskirts of Nuneaton and its services cover a large footprint, including north Warwickshire, south west Leicestershire, and north Coventry. We also provide primary and community services across Coventry, Warwickshire and Leicestershire.
Our vision is "to EXCEL at patient care". If you think you've got what it takes, help us realise this and join
#TeamEliot.
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour aren't as likely to apply unless they meet every qualification of non specialist roles.
We're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role and meet our values, but your experience doesn't align perfectly with everything in the Job Description or Person Specification- apply anyway or email the Recruiting Manager to discuss the role further
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community. We are a Veteran Aware and Reservist Friendly organisation and welcome applications from Veterans, Reservists, Cadet Instructors, and family members of serving personnel.
Job overview
Staff Nurse - Immunisation Services
Hours per week-37.5 hours per week (Various Hours Available - Full time & Part time)
Fixed Term - 18 Months
Salary-£28,4£34,581 per annum pro rata
Closing date: June-2024
Interview date: 14- June-2024
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, committed nurse with a current registration to join the George Eliot wellbeing service as part of the Vaccination team. The role will ensure provision of a comprehensive, efficient and effective immunisation service across the organisation for staff and patients.
All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.
A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
#JoinTeamEliot
Main duties of the job
Band 5 Staff Nurse -Immunisation Services
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, committed nurse with a current registration to join the George Eliot Vaccination team. The role will ensure provision of a comprehensive, efficient and effective immunisation service across the organisation for staff and patients.
You will have the opportunity to work with a supportive, friendly team who ensure that staff feel valued. We are looking to employ an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Band 5 Registered Nurse. This exciting role will give the successful candidate opportunity to cultivate new ways of working in an ever-expanding vaccination program and the platform to develop their skills and knowledge in Immunisations and wellbeing.
The role is suitable for nurses with a recent acute care background and up to date with the education and development needs of immunisation.
Experience of administering vaccines via a Patient Group Directive and current venepuncture skills will be an advantage.
Some of the benefits of working with us include low cost onsite parking, a subsidised staff restaurant and a purpose built onsite education centre.
Working for our organisation
Here at George Eliot our vision to '
excel at patient care'
takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
E
ffective Open Communication
e
X
cellence and safety in everything we do
C
hallenge but support
E
xpect respect and dignity
L
ocal health that inspires confidence
Benefits: Our benefits include but are not limited to: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Responsible for the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a specified group of patients as delegated by senior nursing staff, involving patients and carers where appropriate.
Acts as a team leader, delegating appropriate tasks and supervising the standard of care delivered by unqualified staff and learner nurses in the ward team.
Deliver a high standard of nursing care without direct supervision, based upon a sound evidence base.
Undertakes and documents a comprehensive, systematic and accurate nursing assessment of the physical, social and spiritual needs of the patient where appropriate.
Creates and utilizes opportunities to promote health and well-being of patients in their care.
Manage a group of patients throughout a shift as delegated by nurse in charge.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Person specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Undertake wide experience during training in an acute setting
- Able to demonstrate clinical knowledge, skills and expertise.
- Demonstrates the use of evidence based practice in the implementation of change.
- Demonstrates the awareness and impact of clinical governance.
- Critical analytical skills
- Knowledge and application of NMC Code of Conduct
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of Research or Clinical Audit
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
- NMC Registered
- Nursing Degree/Diploma/Nearing the completion of NMC approved nurse training
Desirable criteria
- Post Graduate Qualification / Evidence of Continuous professional development
- Evidence of teaching/supporting others
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to have positive working relationships
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure to meet required deadlines
- Experience of using evidence based practice
- To be able to assist patients to move using appropriate aids on a frequent basis
- To be able to transport patients using wheelchair/trolley or bed on a frequent basis - this will occur for short periods frequently throughout a normal shift and will require moderate effort
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Excellent communication skills
- Enthusiastic
- Ability to motivate self/ others
- Good organisational skills
- Shift working required
Other
Essential criteria
- Flexible to meet changing needs of the Trust
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Effective Open Communication
- Challenge but support
- Expect respect and dignity
- Local Healthcare that inspires confidence
Please note:
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust utilises a third party recruitment system (TRAC). When applying via NHS Jobs, your submitted application will be imported into TRAC where all subsequent information regarding your application will be generated. You will not be able to track the progress of your application or receive messages via the NHS Jobs website. Furthermore, as an employer, we will not be able to respond to any emails/messages sent to us via the NHS Jobs website.
By applying for this post you are consenting to George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system, TRAC.
The Job application data you provide will be used to assess your application for employment at GEH, to verify your information and conduct reference checks, and to communicate with you. If you accept employment with GEH, the information collected will become part of your employment record and will be used for employment purposes.
All information provided will be used for recruitment purposes only and processed in a lawful, fair and transparent manner.
Other:
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of individuals and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice, if appropriate for the role, it is a mandatory requirement for all newly appointed staff to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service application.
In response to NICE guidance and to support the reduction of health harm from tobacco, the Trust has a smoke-free site policy which applies to anyone on Trust sites. Staff who smoke will be supported to quit or not smoke whilst on Trust sites.
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust is committed to creating and sustaining a positive and inclusive working environment for all our employees as they are at the heart of our patients journey. Our aim is to ensure that employees are equally valued, respected, empowered and included within an organisation that is representative of all members of the community. We define diversity as valuing everyone as an individual - taking pride in that we value employees, job applicants, students, volunteers, patients and visitors as people. This is reflected within our excel behaviours with a vision to create a workplace that represents a culture of kindness, joy and inclusion.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
- Job description (PDF, 664.3KB)
- Person Specification (PDF, 183.4KB)
- FRF- Generic Ward Nurses (PDF, 512.6KB)
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust opened in 1948 and provides a range of elective, non-elective, surgical, medical, women's, children's, diagnostic and therapeutic services to a population of more than 350,000 people.
The hub of the Trust is located on the outskirts of Nuneaton and its services cover a large footprint, including north Warwickshire, south west Leicestershire, and north Coventry. We also provide primary and community services across Coventry, Warwickshire and Leicestershire.
Our vision is "to EXCEL at patient care". If you think you've got what it takes, help us realise this and join
#TeamEliot.
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour aren't as likely to apply unless they meet every qualification of non specialist roles.
We're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role and meet our values, but your experience doesn't align perfectly with everything in the Job Description or Person Specification- apply anyway or email the Recruiting Manager to discuss the role further
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community. We are a Veteran Aware and Reservist Friendly organisation and welcome applications from Veterans, Reservists, Cadet Instructors, and family members of serving personnel.
Job overview
Staff Nurse - Immunisation Services
Hours per week-37.5 hours per week (Various Hours Available - Full time & Part time)
Fixed Term - 18 Months
Salary-£28,4£34,581 per annum pro rata
Closing date: June-2024
Interview date: 14- June-2024
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, committed nurse with a current registration to join the George Eliot wellbeing service as part of the Vaccination team. The role will ensure provision of a comprehensive, efficient and effective immunisation service across the organisation for staff and patients.
All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.
A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
#JoinTeamEliot
Main duties of the job
Band 5 Staff Nurse -Immunisation Services
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, committed nurse with a current registration to join the George Eliot Vaccination team. The role will ensure provision of a comprehensive, efficient and effective immunisation service across the organisation for staff and patients.
You will have the opportunity to work with a supportive, friendly team who ensure that staff feel valued. We are looking to employ an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Band 5 Registered Nurse. This exciting role will give the successful candidate opportunity to cultivate new ways of working in an ever-expanding vaccination program and the platform to develop their skills and knowledge in Immunisations and wellbeing.
The role is suitable for nurses with a recent acute care background and up to date with the education and development needs of immunisation.
Experience of administering vaccines via a Patient Group Directive and current venepuncture skills will be an advantage.
Some of the benefits of working with us include low cost onsite parking, a subsidised staff restaurant and a purpose built onsite education centre.
Working for our organisation
Here at George Eliot our vision to '
excel at patient care'
takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
E
ffective Open Communication
e
X
cellence and safety in everything we do
C
hallenge but support
E
xpect respect and dignity
L
ocal health that inspires confidence
Benefits: Our benefits include but are not limited to: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Responsible for the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a specified group of patients as delegated by senior nursing staff, involving patients and carers where appropriate.
Acts as a team leader, delegating appropriate tasks and supervising the standard of care delivered by unqualified staff and learner nurses in the ward team.
Deliver a high standard of nursing care without direct supervision, based upon a sound evidence base.
Undertakes and documents a comprehensive, systematic and accurate nursing assessment of the physical, social and spiritual needs of the patient where appropriate.
Creates and utilizes opportunities to promote health and well-being of patients in their care.
Manage a group of patients throughout a shift as delegated by nurse in charge.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Person specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria
Desirable criteria
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
Desirable criteria
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
Other
Essential criteria
Trust Values
Essential criteria
Please note:
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust utilises a third party recruitment system (TRAC). When applying via NHS Jobs, your submitted application will be imported into TRAC where all subsequent information regarding your application will be generated. You will not be able to track the progress of your application or receive messages via the NHS Jobs website. Furthermore, as an employer, we will not be able to respond to any emails/messages sent to us via the NHS Jobs website.
By applying for this post you are consenting to George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system, TRAC.
The Job application data you provide will be used to assess your application for employment at GEH, to verify your information and conduct reference checks, and to communicate with you. If you accept employment with GEH, the information collected will become part of your employment record and will be used for employment purposes.
All information provided will be used for recruitment purposes only and processed in a lawful, fair and transparent manner.
Other:
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of individuals and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice, if appropriate for the role, it is a mandatory requirement for all newly appointed staff to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service application.
In response to NICE guidance and to support the reduction of health harm from tobacco, the Trust has a smoke-free site policy which applies to anyone on Trust sites. Staff who smoke will be supported to quit or not smoke whilst on Trust sites.
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust is committed to creating and sustaining a positive and inclusive working environment for all our employees as they are at the heart of our patients journey. Our aim is to ensure that employees are equally valued, respected, empowered and included within an organisation that is representative of all members of the community. We define diversity as valuing everyone as an individual - taking pride in that we value employees, job applicants, students, volunteers, patients and visitors as people. This is reflected within our excel behaviours with a vision to create a workplace that represents a culture of kindness, joy and inclusion.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
The hub of the Trust is located on the outskirts of Nuneaton and its services cover a large footprint, including north Warwickshire, south west Leicestershire, and north Coventry. We also provide primary and community services across Coventry, Warwickshire and Leicestershire.
Our vision is "to EXCEL at patient care". If you think you've got what it takes, help us realise this and join
#TeamEliot.
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour aren't as likely to apply unless they meet every qualification of non specialist roles.
We're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role and meet our values, but your experience doesn't align perfectly with everything in the Job Description or Person Specification- apply anyway or email the Recruiting Manager to discuss the role further
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community. We are a Veteran Aware and Reservist Friendly organisation and welcome applications from Veterans, Reservists, Cadet Instructors, and family members of serving personnel.
Job overview
Staff Nurse - Immunisation Services
Hours per week-37.5 hours per week (Various Hours Available - Full time & Part time)
Fixed Term - 18 Months
Salary-£28,4£34,581 per annum pro rata
Closing date: June-2024
Interview date: 14- June-2024
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, committed nurse with a current registration to join the George Eliot wellbeing service as part of the Vaccination team. The role will ensure provision of a comprehensive, efficient and effective immunisation service across the organisation for staff and patients.
All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.
A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
#JoinTeamEliot
Main duties of the job
Band 5 Staff Nurse -Immunisation Services
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, committed nurse with a current registration to join the George Eliot Vaccination team. The role will ensure provision of a comprehensive, efficient and effective immunisation service across the organisation for staff and patients.
You will have the opportunity to work with a supportive, friendly team who ensure that staff feel valued. We are looking to employ an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Band 5 Registered Nurse. This exciting role will give the successful candidate opportunity to cultivate new ways of working in an ever-expanding vaccination program and the platform to develop their skills and knowledge in Immunisations and wellbeing.
The role is suitable for nurses with a recent acute care background and up to date with the education and development needs of immunisation.
Experience of administering vaccines via a Patient Group Directive and current venepuncture skills will be an advantage.
Some of the benefits of working with us include low cost onsite parking, a subsidised staff restaurant and a purpose built onsite education centre.
Working for our organisation
Here at George Eliot our vision to '
excel at patient care'
takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
E
ffective Open Communication
e
X
cellence and safety in everything we do
C
hallenge but support
E
xpect respect and dignity
L
ocal health that inspires confidence
Benefits: Our benefits include but are not limited to: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Responsible for the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a specified group of patients as delegated by senior nursing staff, involving patients and carers where appropriate.
Acts as a team leader, delegating appropriate tasks and supervising the standard of care delivered by unqualified staff and learner nurses in the ward team.
Deliver a high standard of nursing care without direct supervision, based upon a sound evidence base.
Undertakes and documents a comprehensive, systematic and accurate nursing assessment of the physical, social and spiritual needs of the patient where appropriate.
Creates and utilizes opportunities to promote health and well-being of patients in their care.
Manage a group of patients throughout a shift as delegated by nurse in charge.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Person specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Undertake wide experience during training in an acute setting
- Able to demonstrate clinical knowledge, skills and expertise.
- Demonstrates the use of evidence based practice in the implementation of change.
- Demonstrates the awareness and impact of clinical governance.
- Critical analytical skills
- Knowledge and application of NMC Code of Conduct
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of Research or Clinical Audit
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
- NMC Registered
- Nursing Degree/Diploma/Nearing the completion of NMC approved nurse training
Desirable criteria
- Post Graduate Qualification / Evidence of Continuous professional development
- Evidence of teaching/supporting others
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to have positive working relationships
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure to meet required deadlines
- Experience of using evidence based practice
- To be able to assist patients to move using appropriate aids on a frequent basis
- To be able to transport patients using wheelchair/trolley or bed on a frequent basis - this will occur for short periods frequently throughout a normal shift and will require moderate effort
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Excellent communication skills
- Enthusiastic
- Ability to motivate self/ others
- Good organisational skills
- Shift working required
Other
Essential criteria
- Flexible to meet changing needs of the Trust
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Effective Open Communication
- Challenge but support
- Expect respect and dignity
- Local Healthcare that inspires confidence
Please note:
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust utilises a third party recruitment system (TRAC). When applying via NHS Jobs, your submitted application will be imported into TRAC where all subsequent information regarding your application will be generated. You will not be able to track the progress of your application or receive messages via the NHS Jobs website. Furthermore, as an employer, we will not be able to respond to any emails/messages sent to us via the NHS Jobs website.
By applying for this post you are consenting to George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system, TRAC.
The Job application data you provide will be used to assess your application for employment at GEH, to verify your information and conduct reference checks, and to communicate with you. If you accept employment with GEH, the information collected will become part of your employment record and will be used for employment purposes.
All information provided will be used for recruitment purposes only and processed in a lawful, fair and transparent manner.
Other:
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of individuals and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice, if appropriate for the role, it is a mandatory requirement for all newly appointed staff to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service application.
In response to NICE guidance and to support the reduction of health harm from tobacco, the Trust has a smoke-free site policy which applies to anyone on Trust sites. Staff who smoke will be supported to quit or not smoke whilst on Trust sites.
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust is committed to creating and sustaining a positive and inclusive working environment for all our employees as they are at the heart of our patients journey. Our aim is to ensure that employees are equally valued, respected, empowered and included within an organisation that is representative of all members of the community. We define diversity as valuing everyone as an individual - taking pride in that we value employees, job applicants, students, volunteers, patients and visitors as people. This is reflected within our excel behaviours with a vision to create a workplace that represents a culture of kindness, joy and inclusion.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
- Job description (PDF, 664.3KB)
- Person Specification (PDF, 183.4KB)
- FRF- Generic Ward Nurses (PDF, 512.6KB)
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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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