Staff Nurse - Ward A3 inStockport inStockport PUBLISHED
TUE 14 JAN 2025
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust rEuvsziL
Opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, enhancing collaborative skills.
Comprehensive training provided, including specialized skills such as tracheostomy and NIV, allowing for professional growth.
Supportive induction and ongoing training ensure you feel competent and confident in your role.
Welcoming and friendly team environment fosters a positive workplace culture.
Access to NHS benefits including annual leave, pension schemes, and staff discounts, contributing to overall job satisfaction.
Flexibility in working arrangements, accommodating personal needs while meeting service demands.
The role of Staff Nurse on Ward A3 at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust involves working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care to patients in a fast-paced 29-bedded ward specializing in respiratory care. The position offers comprehensive training including tracheostomy care, non-invasive ventilation (NIV), and chest drainage, alongside a supportive induction process and ongoing professional development opportunities. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player committed to providing excellent care, adhering to NMC regulations, and effectively communicating with both the healthcare team and patients.
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, emphasizing flexible working arrangements to meet the needs of employees. Benefits include 27-33 days of annual leave, NHS pension scheme, salary sacrifice options, staff discounts, and financial advice services. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the Ward Manager for further information or informal visits.
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, emphasizing flexible working arrangements to meet the needs of employees. Benefits include 27-33 days of annual leave, NHS pension scheme, salary sacrifice options, staff discounts, and financial advice services. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the Ward Manager for further information or informal visits.
Ward A3-HACA Respiratory (Previously was Ward E3 Respiratory specialty)
On Ward A3 -HACA you will work part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ward A3-HACA is a 29 bedded ward (23 beds in A3 and 6 high acute beds in HACA) . Whilst the ward is fast paced, we work as a team to provide a high standard of care to our patients.
Tracheostomy, NIV, chest draining and oxygen therapy training will be provided .
We will offer a supportive induction to the ward and ensure, all competencies and training are provided in order for you to the best nurse you can be.
What we will offer you?
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits We Offer To You
On Ward A3 -HACA you will work part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ward A3-HACA is a 29 bedded ward (23 beds in A3 and 6 high acute beds in HACA) . Whilst the ward is fast paced, we work as a team to provide a high standard of care to our patients.
Tracheostomy, NIV, chest draining and oxygen therapy training will be provided .
We will offer a supportive induction to the ward and ensure, all competencies and training are provided in order for you to the best nurse you can be.
What we will offer you?
- Welcoming and friendly team
- Corporate and local ward induction
- Support with professional development
- Professional working environment
- To be part of an amazing team
- Be a team player
- Provide a high standard of care
- Adhere to trust value
- work within the NMC code of conduct
- be able to communicate well with the MDT
- excellent standard of written documentation
- support patients with care delivery
- care of tracheostomy, chest drains, NIV, BIPAP, oxygen.
- venepuncture and cannulation (training available)
- work well within a team
- able to supervise and support our healthcare assistants
- be able to care for acutely unwell patients
- be willing to part take in further education and learning
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits We Offer To You
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance – for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union– for local financial advice
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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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