The position offers a structured induction and support for skill development across various surgical units, with a working pattern of 30 hours per week involving shifts over 3-4 days, including some weekends. The Trust values diversity and inclusivity within its workforce and provides various benefits, including generous leave, access to occupational health services, staff discounts, and opportunities for further education and professional development.
The role of a Nursing Associate in Recovery is to care for adult and paediatric patients following surgery. This involves managing airways, monitoring vital signs, wound and pain management.
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
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More detail about the role
Nursing Associate/Assistant Practitioner
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 4 Nursing Associate or Assistant Practitioner to join the Recovery Team. The post will provide the opportunity to develop skills and experience across the Recovery units in general, orthopaedic and womens health theatres. The post holder will have a comprehensive Induction supported by colleagues and a named facilitator. In addition they will be supported by the Recovery Practice Educator team who will support their individualised development programme and a 6 week supernumerary period.
Previous acute in-patient experience is needed to enable the development of critical care skills in Recovery.
The successful candidate will have completed their Level 5 Diploma for Assistant Practitioners in Healthcare or working as Band 4 with the level 4 Diploma for Assistant Practitioners in Healthcare or have completed the Nursing Associate programme.
Working Pattern: 30 hours per week. Shifts over 3/4 days, some weekends and days
Interview Date: Monday 18th November 2024.
For further information please contact: Claire Wedgwood, Clinical Nurse Manager (Recovery) on or
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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