Staff Nurse inTruro inTruro PUBLISHED MON 6 JAN 2025

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa pro rata PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

HSE NHS

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust roNlX4Ua

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust is seeking enthusiastic and motivated registered nurses for the St Mawes ward, a new 25-bedded emergency surgical unit in Truro. This full-time position involves 37.5 hours per week, although part-time opportunities may be available. The ideal candidates should be forward-thinking and capable of collaborating with senior staff in a dynamic, developing environment, where adaptability and a commitment to high-quality patient care is essential. Emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach, applicants must demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills while fostering a positive workplace atmosphere.

Successful candidates will join a dedicated General Surgery Team focused on enhancing patient experiences and outcomes. The role offers a fast-paced nursing discipline with diverse learning opportunities, allowing staff to utilize their initiative within a supportive team setting. Candidates must fulfill standard NHS employment requirements, including background checks and professional registration verification. Interested applicants can find more details in the provided job description and are encouraged to discuss flexible working options during the interview process.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and motivated registered nurses to work on St Mawes ward.

We are looking to recruit forward thinking, dynamic staff nurses for our new 25 bedded emergency surgical ward

This is your chance to be part of an amazing dynamic General Surgery Team where patient care is at the centre of everything we do.

Can you make a difference to each patient's experience of the NHS?

This is a full-time role for 37.5 hours per week. However, part-time opportunities may be available.

The right candidate must have the ability to share the vision and skills of the senior staff to work in a developing service where adaptability is essential. Maintaining the delivery of a high standard of care whilst meeting the demands of a diverse service is our priority and the right candidate will be able to evidence working within a team whilst using their initiative to enhance productivity.

This will provide the right candidate a diverse and fast paced discipline of nursing to work within, with many learning opportunities for all the staff. Our patients are treated with a multi-professional approach; therefore, the successful candidate must show a good understanding of the dynamics of working within a multidisciplinary to maximise patient outcome and experience. It is essential to demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills whilst maintaining a positive outlook and working environment to maximise productivity.

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We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

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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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