Staff Nurse - Newly Qualified Summer 2025 inSwindon inSwindon PUBLISHED WED 4 SEP 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata PERMANENT
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Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust rAXmZHa9

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Swindon is seeking newly qualified nurses who will graduate in Summer 2025. To support their transition into nursing, the Trust is hosting a careers event on October 19, 2024, specifically for third-year nursing students. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the organisation, explore various services, and interact with the Careers team and ward managers, as well as participate in interview coaching workshops.

Successful candidates will be responsible for providing high-quality, evidence-based care to defined patient groups in both acute hospital and community settings. The role involves assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of individualized patient care, contributing to the enhancement of nursing standards and monitoring outcomes. The Trust values 'Service, Teamwork, Ambition, and Respect' and offers diverse development opportunities in a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Are you a third-year University Nursing student looking for your first step into your Nursing career? Why don't you come along on the 19th October 2024 to our careers event to find out what we have to offer!

We are delighted to be hosting our student careers day on the 19th October 2024 starting from 10:00am at the Great Western Hospital. Our event is aimed towards all 3rd Year Nursing Students, qualifying in Summer 2025 who are interested in joining our Trust.

You will be able to learn more about the Trust, our services, and meet the Careers team, ward managers and staff that to assist you in making your decisions about your future with us.

Schedule for the day

Welcome Presentation (Recruitment Q&A , student experience and Preceptorship)
Ward Manager Careers Fair - Meet and greet Ward Managers to discuss opportunities.
Interview Coaching Workshop

Note all applicants will receive an invitation prior to the attendance of the event on completion of their application via NHS jobs with confirmation of the attendee slot.

At the Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Swindon, we are recruiting newly qualified nurses to join our teams across a diverse range of opportunities. We are a progressive organisation with a reputation for training and clinical excellence and can offer you development opportunities in acute and community teams and rotational, portfolio and flexible working. The choice is yours!

So if you want a challenging and supported career introduction, thrive in a busy and diverse work environment and share our Trust values - 'Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect' - then we'd love you to come and join us!

About us
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of high quality care to a defined patient group either within the acute hospital or community based setting. They are responsible for the assessment, planning, deliveryand evaluation of evidence based individualised patient care within the boundaries of their role. The post holder will contribute to the continuing development of standards of care including developments of nursingstandards and monitoring of outcomes.

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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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